Easyfairs

Easyfairs is an exhibition organiser headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, running trade shows across Europe and beyond. The company traces its origins to 1988, when it started as the European Student Fair. Its main event for the aerospace sector is Advanced Engineering, held each year at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.

Aviation events

• Advanced Engineering, NEC Birmingham (Halls 3 and 3a): 4 to 5 November 2026
• Aerospace, Defence and Space Forum, supported by ADS
• Meet the Buyer programme hosted by ADS, linking suppliers with buyers from large manufacturers
• Exhibitors and visitors from the aerospace supply chain, including Airbus, Boeing, Rolls-Royce and Safran
• Co-located with UK Metals Expo and Lab Innovations

Company facts

• Origins: European Student Fair, 1988
• Portfolio: about 110 event titles
• Operates eight venues, four of them owned
• Investors: Cobepa and Inflexion (2024)
• Advanced Engineering expects 9,000+ visitors and 400+ exhibitors

Contact

Event website: advancedengineeringuk.com