Aerospace and Defense Executive Exchange Europe

Join top A&D leaders in Hamburg to explore how strategy becomes action. Two days of insights, collaboration, and innovation await.

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Accelerate readiness. Drive results. Lead the future.

The Aerospace & Defense industry is evolving fast—and speed is now a competitive edge. For the first time, Europe’s A&D ecosystem gathers to explore how manufacturers, consultants, and associations are translating strategy into action. Hear real success stories, gain actionable insights, and connect with leaders shaping the future. Join us at the Louis C. Jacob Hotel in Hamburg, Germany on March 25-26 for two days of collaboration, innovation, and industry-defining conversations.

Agenda day 1 – Wednesday March 25

Time

Session name

Speaker

14:00

15:00–15:30

15:30–16:00

16:00–16:30

16:30–16:45

18:00–21:00

Welcome Reception

Opening Remarks: The New Reality for Aerospace & Defense

Tom Bianchi – SVP Growth Marketing, PTC (Host)
Jens Stephan – Director A&D Sales in CER

Keynote: AI, Drones & the Future of Warfare

Ulrike Franke, Senior Policy Fellow

Roundtable: AI, Autonomy & Next-Gen Capabilities in Europe

Arian van Hülsen – PTC + panel

Closing Remarks

Tom Bianchi – SVP Growth Marketing, PTC (Host)

Private Elbe Boat Experience featuring onboard dining, drinks & live DJ

All

Agenda day 2 – Thursday March 26

Time

Session name

Speaker

8:00 - 9:00

09:00–09:30

09:30–10:00

10:00–10:30

10:30–11:00

11:00–11:30

11:30–12:00

12:00–13:30

13:30–14:00

14:00–14:30

14:30–15:00

15:00

Breakfast & Registration

Welcome & Industry Outlook: Enabling the Digital Backbone for A&D (Intelligent Product Lifecycle)

Tom Bianchi – PTC
Steve Dertien – PTC

Lufthansa Technik: Digital Thread in Action

Peter Teckentrup, Head of IT Product Lifecycle Management, Lufthansa Technik

Accelerate Development of the World’s First AI‑Controlled Hyperspeed Spaceplane

Polaris Raumflugzeuge

Break & Networking

Scaling Systems Engineering & MBSE: Lessons from Airbus for Complex CPS Programs

Airbus

TBD

TBD

Networking Lunch & Meet the Expert

Operationalizing Innovation with a Unified Product Data Backbone

TBD

TBD

Roundtable

Closing Keynote & Final Wrap-Up & Departure

Tom Bianchi & Steve Dertien & & Jens Stephan – PTC

Venue & accommodations

Due to high demand, we have decided not to close registration but instead secure a larger location. Lufthansa Technik and PTC are pleased to announce that we have secured the fantastic Hotel Louis C. Jacob as the venue for the 1st A&D Exchange Europe. We look forward to welcoming you to this exceptional location. Stay tuned — we will soon share details about a special highlight we have planned.

The Louis C. Jacob offers a prime location directly on the Elbe, giving guests sweeping river views and a peaceful retreat just minutes from Hamburg’s key cultural and business districts. Its spacious rooms and suites pair classic elegance with modern comfort, many showcasing the hotel’s signature Elbe panorama.

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