Aviation Week Network Invitational Roundtable:
The Future of the European Defense Market

An Exclusive Opportunity for Stakeholders in the Defense Market
September 8, 2025
240 Blackfriars, London, SE1 8NW UK

Join Aviation Week Network for an exclusive, executive-level roundtable focused on critical developments and strategic priorities in European defense. This intimate gathering of industry leaders and decision-makers will take place September 8, 2025.

Europe is forecasted to see significant growth in defense budgets, key market challenges exist and will be addressed through interactive working groups and strategic discussions. This curated forum brings together aerospace and defense industry executives to explore opportunities for new sources of growth.

Join us for this strategic roundtable, where stakeholders will work to shape the future of European defense. Limited seats available.
Confirmed Participants:
ADS Group Ltd
American Global Strategies
BAE Systems 
Boeing Defence UK
Chemring Group
Ericsson
General Atomics
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher
JF Lehman & Company
Leonardo
MOD
Oliver Wyman
Plexus Corp
Saab Aeronautics
Thales UK - ISR
W.L.Gore & Associates 
Your presence at this roundtable is not just an opportunity—it's a responsibility to shape the future of global defense.
Key Discussion Points

  • European defense spending forecasts and future market outlook
  • Continental rearmament capabilities and challenges
  • Supply chain constraints and solutions
  • Key growth market segments
  • European industrial collaboration opportunities
Working Group Focus Areas

  • Financing and investment requirements
  • Supply chain constraints
  • Key growth market segments
  • European industrial collaboration

In addition, attendees will actively engage in constructive discussions on what will be needed from industry.
Why Attend?

Strategic Market Intelligence
  • Gain exclusive insights into European defense spending forecasts
  • Access first-hand analysis of market trends and future opportunities
  • Understand key developments shaping the continental rearmament landscape

High-Level Networking
  • Connect with senior defense industry executives and decision-makers
  • Build valuable relationships during structured sessions and the evening reception
  • Engage directly with industry leaders in an intimate roundtable setting

Actionable Insights
  • Develop strategies to navigate European industrial collaboration
  • Identify new growth market segments and investment opportunities
  • Gain practical takeaways from real-world case studies and expert presentations
Note: This event will be conducted under Chatham House Rules to ensure open and frank discussions.

All registrations will be carefully reviewed against the stated criteria. If your profile does not align with the requirements, your registration may be declined or we may request an alternate representative from your organization who better matches the event's qualification standards. Due to the strategic nature of this roundtable, sales and business development professionals may undergo additional screening.
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