FROM 19 TO 25 JUNE, 2017 PRESS KIT hoto credit: Getty Images - P Design: Design: an event from siae.fr CONTENTS A - INTRODUCTION G – PARTNERS 1. General introduction 1. Major partners 2. The most popular show in the industry 2. Official partners 3. 2015 figures 3. Institutional partner: French Aerospace Suppliers B – SERVICES AND NEW FEATURES 4. Media partners 1. Paris Air lab 2. Aerospace Meetings Paris H – PRESS INFORMATION SHEET 3. Show services 1. Accreditations 4. CSR Approach 2. Press contacts/interviews 5. Improvements to the exhibition centre 3. Opening hours and access 6. Elite Pro Programme 4. Key dates 7. VIP Chalet 5. Media centre 6. Daily Show pictures C - YOUNG PEOPLE AT THE SHOW 7. Photos zone 1. The Careers Plane - Jobs and Training 8. Press car park Forum 2. The Rocketry Challenge I - HISTORY D – OTHER EVENTS & ACTIVITIES J – PRACTICAL INFORMATION 1. Air and Space Museum 1. Prices 2. Skytrax Awards 2. Access 3. Maps E – AIRCRAFT K – APPENDICES 1. "Trade" poster and "general public" F – EXHIBITORS posters 1. Nomenclature 2. Aircraft list 2. National pavilions 3. Paris Air Lab (Start-ups schedule, 3. Aviation Sans Frontières thematic schedule) 4. The Careers Plane - Jobs and Training Forum (Global implementation, general panorama of the presented jobs) SHOW MANAGEMENT Emeric d’Arcimoles, Gilles Fournier Chairman and CEO Managing Director Nicolas Tran Wilfried Grüner Marketing Director Logistics Director Frank Teyssier Christophe Robin Technical Director GIFAS Communications Director Further information about the show: https://www.siae.fr/en/ Further information about the GIFAS: https://www.gifas.asso.fr/en/ International Paris Air Show 2017 Press kit (Version 11/06/17) 2 INTRODUCTION 1. General introduction The 52nd edition of the Paris Air Show will be held from Monday 19 to Sunday 25 June 2017. FOUR DAYS FOR TRADE VISITORS Monday 19 to Thursday 22 June 2017 8.30 am to 6 pm NB. From 19 to 22 June, the show is dedicated to trade visitors with evidence of their position. Entry is not permitted to those under the age of 16. THREE PUBLIC DAYS Friday 23 to Sunday 25 June 2017. 8.30 am to 6 pm In addition to all the elements that have traditionally ensured the success of these days, the show has also reaffirmed its dedication to the general public by setting up various resources to improve visitor reception. Such as: Entrance to the Air and Space Museum is free of charge for all visitors with an air show ticket Access for the general public to a huge 30,000m² lawn next to the runway for the best seat during flying displays A grandstand with more than 3,000 seats on the same lawn for watching flying displays with extra comfort and better visibility (paid access) A programme of flying displays (approx. 2-3 hours) specially designed for the general public. A large number of exhibitor aircraft will give a superb panorama of the technologies of today and tomorrow Giant screens installed in various areas in the show will retransmit flying displays live. Events designed with partners for the general public One-off participation of the Patrouille de France during public days International Paris Air Show 2017 Press kit (Version 11/06/17) 3 2. The most popular show in the industry Customer-satisfactions surveys show that the Paris Air Show is the most popular air show amongst visitors and exhibitors. The SIAE has carried out customer satisfaction surveys with visitors (trade and general public) and exhibitors since 2007. In 2015, 98% of visitors were satisfied (40% of whom were very satisfied), a number that has continued to rise since 2007. Why is the show so popular? Because the Paris Air Show is a unique event in terms of its size and diversity: it brings together all players in the world aerospace industry it offers a large number of flying displays with great visibility it offers trade professionals the opportunity to present their products and expertise in the best conditions, to trade visitors as well as the general public it is always oriented towards young people, jobs and training (free entry for students that have booked in advance on Friday 23 June - Careers Plane - Jobs and Training Forum) Lastly, the show has made improving its exhibitor and visitor services a priority (significant investment in setting up the exhibition centre, digitalizing processes, provision of new high-performance tools, etc.) Outside the show, the large number of events organized by exhibitors and the immediate proximity to Paris also contribute to making the show a unique experience. 3. 2015 figures International Paris Air Show 2017 Press kit (Version 11/06/17) 4 SERVICES AND NEW FEATURES 1. Paris Air Lab - New in 2017 This innovative area will be located in the centre of the air show in the Concorde Hall. This 2,000m² area will be entirely dedicated to the innovations of the major players in the aerospace industry, as well as those of the start-ups in the sector. Paris Air Lab will also be an area for exploring ideas and the location of immersive experiences using virtual and augmented reality. Paris Air Lab is based on three main elements: PICK-UP YOUR INNOVATION This area offers a journey between exhibition booths dedicated to innovation in the aerospace sector, together with the digital industries. These booths will define an itinerary spread between collaborative research from major groups, organized into major national and European programmes, and the creative fusion of start-ups in the field. These themed booths, dedicated to collaborative innovation in the sector, will be organized into three journeys that make it possible to compare the work of major groups, major research institutes and start-ups on the following themes: - "Aeronautics" (aircraft of the future, sustainable aviation, propulsion, etc.) - "Digital and new applications" (drones, connectivity, Aeronautic Factories of the future, etc.) - "Space" (earth observation, space agencies, etc.) This area will also play host to two daily sessions of presentations, keynote speeches from major industrials in the sector, introducing a themed series of "pitches" from start-ups. VISIONARY HUB This area will hold short conferences for extraordinary encounters on the aerospace industry of tomorrow. Based on the Battle Conferences model, iconic figures and experts from diverse backgrounds will discuss, debate and even battle each other in order to encourage the public to think about the major evolutions of today and tomorrow. International Paris Air Show 2017 Press kit (Version 11/06/17) 5 EXPERIMENTAL GATES This area will provide immersive experiences in the world of aerospace using augmented and virtual reality. Six themes will form the cardinal points of this area: in the cockpit, in flight, exploring space, becoming an astronaut, Constellium Experience and Accenture Hololens. Where: Concorde Hall (static area) When: All week For the entire program, please go to appendix 3 or on the Show website 2. Aerospace Meetings Paris In partnership with BCI Aerospace, the Air show will again offer the business meetings service, which will be held on Tuesday 20, Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 June 2017, from 9 am to 6 pm. Launched in 2007, the business meetings service was extremely successful in 2015 with 764 participants and almost 8,046 business meetings organized. Aerospace Meetings facilitate networking via an ingenious B2B meetings service and a new speed networking service with the largest purchasers in the aerospace industry. It also offers a unique opportunity to find out about and discuss the purchasing policies of major groups through dedicated conferences. Information and registration: https://www.siae.fr/en/exhibiting/aerospace_meetings_paris.htm International Paris Air Show 2017 Press kit (Version 11/06/17) 6 Also, as part of the Aerospace Meetings Paris, on 20 and 21 June 2017 conferences led by leading players in the aeronautics industry will be held (conferences will also be given in English): - Major decision-maker round table "Strategic and critical issues of a global supply chain" This round table will focus on themes such as: improving the operational performance of suppliers, increasing skills of level 2/3 SMEs, the perception of quality in the Supply Chain by purchasers and suppliers and setting up collaborative planning. - "How to do business with?" and "International Aerospace Markets" conferences Major players in these conferences: Latecoere, Thales Alenia Space, Sabena technics, Airbus Group and SR Technics. Where: The Careers Plane - Jobs and Training Forum When: from 20 to 22 June 3. Show services FREE WI-FI AT THE SHOW Visitors and exhibitors can enjoy free high-speed wi-fi access throughout the show so that they can check their messages, use the show's mobile application and browse the internet. CONCIERGE SERVICE Reserved exclusively for exhibitors, ELITE PRO visitors and journalists, the show's concierge service offers all the services expected of a luxury concierge service. Whether it's for transportation, accommodation or event planning, the concierge service will be there to deal with all of your requests! During the show, the concierge service will be located in the annex of building O. This service is free of charge. BUSINESS CENTRE A business centre reserved for exhibitors and ELITE PRO visitors is available in the annex of building O. Photocopiers, computers, printers, wired internet and wi-fi. International Paris Air Show 2017 Press kit (Version 11/06/17) 7 VISAS Letter of invitation requests for facilitating the obtaining of visas