Following our visit to the 2025 International Paris Air Show, Barum & Dewar is reflecting on the key trends and conversations shaping the future of aerospace and defence and how these align with our focus as a long-standing specialist in engineered packaging solutions.

The show brought together over 300,000 attendees from across the globe, with a strong emphasis this year on sustainability, digital innovation, and European collaboration in defence. These themes are closely aligned with Barum & Dewar’s approach: combining technical expertise with agility to meet evolving client requirements across satellite, aerospace, and defence programmes.

Key Takeaways from Paris 2025

Defence and Security in Focus: Defence featured prominently throughout the show, with a significant number of exhibitors and discussions centred on strengthening European security, advancing sovereign capabilities, and increasing investment in military aviation and autonomous systems.

Sustainability and Green Innovation: Sustainable aviation was a core theme, with several governments and manufacturers announcing new initiatives to accelerate decarbonisation. Innovations in alternative fuels, electrification, and lightweight materials featured across both civil and defence programmes.

Digitalisation and Emerging Technology: Digital twins, AI integration, and advanced manufacturing techniques such as additive manufacturing were widely showcased. These technologies are set to play a major role in boosting efficiency, reducing development timelines, and improving system performance across aerospace platforms.

Supply Chain Resilience: The importance of robust, agile supply chains was emphasised in light of recent global disruptions. Collaboration, localisation and transparency were key topics across many discussions, as the industry looks to future-proof its operations.

European Collaboration and Investment: Cross-border partnerships and multi-national programmes were a strong feature at this year’s show, particularly in defence. A shared commitment to innovation, security and economic growth continues to drive new joint ventures across the continent.

Managing Director David Frame attended the show on 17th and 18th June, meeting with clients, partners, and new connections from across Europe. These conversations reaffirmed the importance of close collaboration, particularly as clients prepare for next-generation space and defence missions.

Barum & Dewar remains committed to supporting our clients with technically advanced, trusted solutions and the insights gained from Paris 2025 will continue to inform how we innovate and evolve to meet industry needs.

If you’d like to find out more about our aerospace and defence capabilities, get in touch with the team.