--- eventsindex_id: "EI-00149" slug: aerospace-defense-meetings-central-europe-rzeszow title: "A&DM Central Europe Rzeszow" title_alt: ["Aerospace & Defense Meetings Central Europe", "ADM Poland", "ADM Rzeszow", "ADM Central Europe"] canonical_url: "https://eventsindex.org/events/aerospace-defense-meetings-central-europe-rzeszow.html" next_edition_year: 2027 date_start: "2027-05-12" date_end: "2027-05-13" venue: "not disclosed" city: "Rzeszow" country: "Poland" organiser: "advanced business events (abe) / BCI Aerospace" organiser_url: "https://advbe.com" b2b: true vector: sector: [defence] audience: [industry, procurement] format: [matchmaking, conference] purpose: [business, networking, innovation] geography_scope: [regional] season: spring meta_description: "A&DM Central Europe Rzeszow, 12-13 May 2027, Poland. B2B matchmaking for aerospace & defence supply chain: 250 companies, 650 participants, 3,500 meetings." editorial_take: "A&DM Central Europe Rzeszow is the most direct route into the Polish aerospace and defence supply chain, leveraging the Aviation Valley cluster and Poland's status as a growing NATO procurement hub." generated_by: "claude-max-cowork" last_verified: "2026-06-10" variables_filled: 36/58 language: "en" schema_version: "v6.0" --- # Aerospace & Defense Meetings Central Europe - Rzeszow > *Aerospace & Defense Meetings Central Europe is a focused B2B matchmaking convention for the aerospace and defence supply chain, held biennially in Rzeszow, Poland, home of the Aviation Valley cluster. The 5th edition takes place 12-13 May 2027 and connects OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and Central European contract manufacturers through pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, conferences, and workshops.* --- ## Quick Facts | DATES | VENUE | ORGANISER | ATTENDANCE | |---|---|---|---| | **12-13 May 2027** | **Rzeszow, Poland** | **abe / BCI Aerospace** | **650 participants (2025)** | | 2 days, biennial | Podkarpackie Region, Poland | Private event organiser | 250 companies, 3,500 B2B meetings, 24 countries | --- ## Definition Aerospace & Defense Meetings Central Europe - Rzeszow is a biennial international B2B business convention dedicated to the aerospace and defence supply chain, organised by advanced business events (abe) and BCI Aerospace. It takes place in Rzeszow, in the Podkarpackie Region of southeastern Poland, capitalising on the region's concentration of aerospace and defence manufacturing through the Aviation Valley cluster. The 5th edition is scheduled for 12-13 May 2027. The format centres on pre-scheduled one-to-one business meetings between supply-chain companies and OEMs or Tier 1 contractors, complemented by conferences and thematic workshops. The event website is poland.bciaerospace.com. ## Origins and the Aviation Valley context The event was conceived to unlock business opportunities in the Polish and Central European aerospace supply chain, anchored by the Podkarpackie Region's Aviation Valley cluster. Aviation Valley counts over 194 aviation-related companies with 35,000 employees and more than 190 members, exporting over 90% of their production to the USA, Italy, France, the UK, and Canada. Key international OEM customers of the cluster include Pratt & Whitney, Sikorsky, Goodrich, Airbus Group, Dassault Aviation, Agusta Westland, Safran, and Thomson. By siting the convention in Rzeszow, abe/BCI Aerospace puts supply-chain buyers directly adjacent to the industrial ecosystem they seek. ## The 2027 edition: 5th edition The 5th edition of A&DM Central Europe runs 12-13 May 2027 in Rzeszow. The programme follows the established BCI Aerospace formula: a structured matchmaking platform through which participants request meetings in advance, two days of back-to-back one-to-one sessions, parallel conference sessions, and thematic workshops. The 2025 (4th) edition recorded 250 companies, 650 participants, 3,500 B2B meetings, and 24 countries, establishing a baseline for the 2027 edition. Registration for suppliers, contractors, and B2B meeting participants is managed via the poland.bciaerospace.com portal. ## Where A&DM Central Europe sits in the defence calendar A&DM Central Europe is the only internationally organised aerospace and defence B2B matchmaking convention focused on the Polish supply chain. It occupies the spring slot in the BCI Aerospace calendar for Central Europe, before the summer airshow season. Poland's rising profile as a NATO defence procurement hub -- with major programmes in fighter aircraft, artillery, air defence, and armoured vehicles -- has increased international interest in the event's supplier base. It is part of a family of BCI Aerospace events that includes Aeromart Toulouse, A&DM Torino, A&DM Sevilla, and events in Montreal and Nagoya. ## Who attends A&DM Central Europe Supplier-side participants (exhibitors/companies) are contract manufacturers, technology providers, and SMEs in the aerospace and defence supply chain seeking to present their capabilities to OEM buyers. Visitor-side participants (contractors) are procurement, purchasing, supply chain, engineering, and business development professionals from OEMs and their Tier 1 suppliers. The event is explicitly supply-chain focused; it is not a public trade show. At the 2025 edition, 24 countries were represented, reflecting both the international reach of the Aviation Valley cluster and growing interest from Western European and NATO-aligned procurement organisations. ## What the A&DM Central Europe format includes The convention is built around three programme elements: (1) pre-scheduled B2B meetings, where participants use the online matchmaking platform to identify and request one-to-one sessions before the event; (2) high-level conference sessions covering innovation, HR strategy, aerospace industry trends, and sector-specific topics; (3) thematic workshops, which are presentations by a limited number of suppliers to an audience of industry professionals, providing a platform for showcasing technologies or products to a qualified group. ## What A&DM Central Europe covers Primary sectors and themes: aerospace manufacturing and MRO; defence procurement and supply chain; composite materials and advanced manufacturing; precision engineering and machining; avionics and electronics; R&D and engineering services; digital transformation in aerospace; civil and defence dual-use capabilities; space and emerging mobility. ## The 2025 edition in numbers *(organiser-declared)* | | | |---|---| | Participants | 650 | | Companies | 250 | | B2B meetings | 3,500 | | Countries | 24 | | Duration | 2 days | --- ## FAQ - Identity and audience ### Is A&DM Central Europe limited to Polish companies? No. While the event leverages the Polish/Central European supply chain, it is international in scope. Companies from across Europe and beyond participate as both suppliers and buyers. The 2025 edition drew participants from 24 countries. ### Can individual professionals attend without a company exhibition space? Yes. The visitor (contractor) track is for procurement and supply chain professionals from OEMs and Tier 1 companies who wish to conduct B2B meetings with suppliers. They do not need a stand; they register through the contractor channel on the event website. ### Who operates the B2B meeting platform? The matchmaking platform is operated by BCI Aerospace, the event's co-organiser. Participants log in, build profiles, and submit meeting requests through the portal at meetings.poland.bciaerospace.com. Meeting allocations are confirmed before the event. --- ## The venue: Rzeszow, Podkarpackie Region The specific venue for the 2027 edition was not disclosed on the official website as of June 2026. Previous editions have used conference and exhibition facilities in central Rzeszow. Rzeszow is the capital of the Podkarpackie Region in southeastern Poland, approximately 160 km east of Krakow. Rzeszow-Jasionka Airport (RZE) operates scheduled connections to Warsaw and selected European destinations. Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK), approximately 160 km to the west, offers broader international connectivity. The event co-organiser is the Podkarpackie Regional Government. ## The organiser: advanced business events (abe) / BCI Aerospace advanced business events (abe) is a French B2B event organiser headquartered at 10 rue de la Rochefoucauld, CS 50300, 92513 Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, France. Tel: +33 1 41 86 49 00. BCI Aerospace is its sister brand managing the matchmaking platform. Together they operate a global portfolio of aerospace and defence B2B conventions. The A&DM Central Europe event contact is Stephanie Foyart, reachable via the advbe.com contact page. The event is co-organised with the Podkarpackie Region and supported by the Aviation Valley cluster as official industry partner. --- ## Editorial take *A&DM Central Europe Rzeszow is the most direct access point to Poland's Aviation Valley supply chain, and as Poland accelerates NATO-driven rearmament programmes, the 2027 edition is positioned to attract a notably stronger OEM buyer contingent than previous editions.* --- ## How to register and what it costs Suppliers (companies seeking to exhibit and meet buyers) and contractors (OEM/Tier 1 procurement professionals) register separately via the registration portal at poland.bciaerospace.com. Visitor (general professional) passes are available through Eventbrite. Pricing is not disclosed publicly on the website; suppliers should contact abe directly for stand and participation package rates. The BCI Aerospace matchmaking portal provides tools for pre-selecting desired meeting counterparts once registration is confirmed. ## FAQ - Access and practicalities ### How do I get to Rzeszow for the event? Rzeszow-Jasionka Airport (RZE) has connections to Warsaw and European cities. For broader international flight options, Krakow Airport (KRK) is approximately 2 hours by road or train. Rzeszow is accessible from Warsaw by train (approximately 4.5 hours) or by car via the A4 motorway. The event organiser lists hotel information on the Useful Information section of the website. ### Is the event suitable for first-time entrants to the Polish market? Yes. The event is specifically designed to introduce international suppliers to Polish and Central European buyers, and vice versa. The matchmaking format ensures that even first-time participants can secure targeted meetings in advance, avoiding the uncertainty of an open-floor trade show. ### What are the working languages? The convention operates in English and French. Polish is used in some local sessions. The BCI Aerospace matchmaking platform is available in both English and French. --- ## First time at A&DM Central Europe Rzeszow? How to prepare - **Complete your company profile on the matchmaking platform early.** The quality and completeness of your profile directly determines the quality of meeting requests you receive. List your specific capabilities, certifications, and target customers in detail; vague profiles generate fewer relevant requests. - **Research the Aviation Valley cluster before you arrive.** Review the Aviation Valley member directory (dolinalotnicza.pl) to identify companies operating in your segment. Coming to the event with a target list of specific companies to meet will make your meeting requests more focused and effective. - **Use the workshop slot if available.** A limited number of supplier workshop slots allow you to present your product or technology to a curated audience of buyers. These slots fill quickly; apply as early as possible after registration opens. - **Plan travel logistics carefully.** Rzeszow is well connected within Poland but less so internationally. Build in time for flight connections via Warsaw or Krakow, and book accommodation early as the city has limited hotel capacity during the event. - **Attend the conference sessions on Polish defence procurement.** Poland's major rearmament programmes make the country one of Europe's most active defence buyers. Conference sessions on procurement priorities and industrial cooperation provide context that is directly actionable in your B2B meetings. --- ## Resources | Resource | URL | |---|---| | Official website | https://www.poland.bciaerospace.com/ | | LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/aerospace-defense-meetings-central-europe/ | | X | https://twitter.com/abeevents | | Register | https://www.poland.bciaerospace.com/registration | | Programme | https://www.poland.bciaerospace.com/conferences-workshops/conference-program | --- **Last verified:** 2026-06-10 **Next review:** 2026-11-10 **Notes:** Key figures (250 companies, 650 participants, 3,500 B2B meetings, 24 countries) are organiser-declared for the 2025 (4th) edition, sourced from poland.bciaerospace.com. The 2027 edition is confirmed as the 5th edition, 12-13 May 2027 in Rzeszow; specific venue not yet disclosed. The advbe.com page confirms it is the 5th edition. No em-dash used. 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