Farnborough International Airshow (FIA)

Introduction

Since its debut in 1948, the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) has been the most important global platform for the aerospace, aviation, and defence industry.

Held every two years in mid-July at Farnborough Airport in Hampshire, the FIA is where attendees connect with influencers, gain valuable insight into industry trends, and experience state-of-the-art technology via a showcase of flying and static displays.

Today as the leading aerospace event, the FIA draws more than 80,000 trade visitors from around the globe. This week-long event combines a major trade exhibition for both civil and defence organisations with a public airshow.

Here, some 1500 exhibitors representing 96 countries provide a diverse range from every sector and tier of the industry.

The Challenge

“Losberger De Boer has been building at the FIA since 1996, and it is an honour to have been a part of the exhibition's success and to have watched it grow into the world's best airshow.”

“Globally, this is the largest exhibition we build on a consistent basis, creating over 52,000 sqm of premium exhibition and hospitality space using 10 different structures including our Emperor, Alu Hall, Premier and Anova.”

“Projects of this level require significant logistical planning to create, which we start almost straight away after the show finishes to begin planning for the next show two years later.

For a project of this scale, we have a dedicated team who are on-site 24/7 for the six months it takes to build and dismantle the show.”

- Mical De Boer, Managing Director UK

The Solution

Losberger De Boer create four huge exhibition halls and over a kilometre of business chalets where the world’s leading aerospace companies can entertain VIPs and conduct business meetings in safe, secure and private surroundings.

We also supply venues for the world’s aviation media teams who descend on Farnborough in vast numbers during show week. In addition, we provide a wide range of additional facilities including restaurants, cafeterias, kitchen and office facilities.

Part of this project involves supplying bespoke structures for the show’s major exhibitors. Although space at the Airshow location is at a premium, the team is constantly working with organisers to identify ways of extending the site to meet the demands of exhibitors. 

Once we have built our structures, an army of around 4,000 contractors descends on Farnborough to create the state-of-the-art exhibition stands within the structures and to fit out the business chalets. It is essential all structures are in place and ready for the fit-outs to commence.

Client Testimonial

“Losberger De Boer have been a key integral partner in delivering this years highly successful Farnborough International Airshow."

"We have a long-term partnership with Losberger De Boer and they deliver a wide range of structures to the show and our exhibitors."

The team are highly committed and pulled together to deliver over 50,000m² of structures on time and to a high standard. The team have a great ‘can-do’ attitude and worked with us to support the delivery of a great show”

- Ben Gleeson, Director of Operations, Farnborough International  

We are Losberger De Boer

At Losberger De Boer, we pride ourselves on being a partner that can offer the full package, taking you from concept to completion. Contact the team today to start discussing your vision for your next big event.