Invest Somerset – Aerospace and High-Value Manufacturing Showcase

Invest Somerset – Aerospace and High-Value Manufacturing Showcase | 16th September 2025

We’re pleased to invite you to the Invest Somerset – Aerospace, Future Flight and High-Value Manufacturing Showcase, taking place at the iAero Innovation Centre in Yeovil on Tuesday, 16th September 2025, from 10:00 to 15:30.

This exclusive, invitation-only event will bring together leading voices from across aerospace, defence, the drone industry and high-value manufacturing to explore how Somerset is shaping the future of sustainable, next-generation aerospace and defence technologies. With Leonardo UK at the heart of Yeovil’s aerospace cluster and the iAero Centre driving innovation, the day will feature expert panels, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities.

Highlights include:

• Insights into Somerset Council’s Economic Prosperity Strategy
• Industry panels featuring Leonardo, WEAF, SWMAS, innovative SMEs, the Civil Aviation Authority, and more
• Workshops on sustainability in manufacturing, future skills, and drone operations
• Opportunities to connect with peers, discover cutting-edge projects and explore collaborative innovation