32 Aviation Forum Hamburg

Welcome to Hamburg — and to one of the most decisive meeting points
of the global aerospace industry: the Aviation Forum. What unfolded
here was far more than a conference. It was a strategic checkpoint
for an industry under transformation. Across two high-energy days,
aerospace leaders, OEMs, Tier-1 and Tier-2 suppliers, innovators,
and policymakers came together to discuss the realities shaping
aviation today — and the decisions defining tomorrow. The focus was
clear: resilience, operational excellence, digital transformation,
and sustainability — without compromise on performance or safety.
One of the standout highlights was a high-level panel on Aero
Excellence, expertly moderated by Alex Beer, who led a sharp,
practice-driven discussion on industrial maturity, quality
standards, and supply-chain robustness. At the center of that
conversation was Jörg Schuler, CEO of Diehl, offering unfiltered
insights into what aerospace excellence really means in times of
pressure, disruption, and rising expectations from OEMs. This panel
set the tone for the entire forum: less theory, more execution. It
addressed how aerospace companies must move beyond compliance
toward true operational excellence — measurable, scalable, and
internationally benchmarked. Other highlights included: Strategic
discussions on AI-enabled manufacturing and procurement Honest
assessments of supply-chain vulnerabilities and recovery paths
Concrete roadmaps for sustainable aviation, from SAF to hydrogen
and next-generation propulsion Executive-level exchanges on talent,
leadership, and cultural change in aerospace organizations What
made this Aviation Forum exceptional was not just the quality of
the speakers — but the clarity of the message: The future of
aviation will be decided by those who collaborate across
boundaries, invest in excellence, and act now. This event delivered
more than inspiration. It delivered direction.