The Government of Tamil Nadu, in collaboration with TIDCO, BCI, the Aerospace Industries Development Association of Tamil Nadu (AIDAT) and Advanced Business Events / BCI Aerospace is set to host Aerospace and Defence Meetings Chennai 2025 from October 7 to 9, 2025, at the Chennai Trade Centre.
This premier international event will convene global and domestic stakeholders across the aerospace and defence value chain, reaffirming Tamil Nadu’s emergence as a strategic destination for advanced manufacturing, innovation, and high-technology investment.
The event will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru M. K. Stalin, in the presence of senior dignitaries from the Indian Armed Forces, Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs), leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), MSMEs, start-ups, and representatives from defence research organisations and academic institutions.
In a message ahead of the event, the Hon’ble Chief Minister stated:
Aerospace & Defence Meetings Chennai 2025 exemplifies Tamil Nadu’s commitment to advancing India’s aerospace and defence capabilities. The State’s Defence Industrial Corridor has gained significant global attention for its robust infrastructure, progressive policies, and skilled talent base. This event will further catalyse partnerships, investments, and innovation that align with our national vision of self-reliance. I invite global industry leaders to explore Tamil Nadu’s vibrant ecosystem and the immense opportunities it offers.”
Aerospace & Defence Meetings Chennai 2025 is designed as a high-level B2B and knowledge exchange platform, facilitating strategic collaboration between international manufacturers, Indian enterprises, start-ups, and research institutions. Delegations and companies from 19 countries are expected to participate, with over 5,000 B2B meetings scheduled to promote trade, technology partnerships, and investment opportunities.
A concurrent exhibition will showcase next-generation aerospace and defence technologies, providing an immersive experience for participants to explore innovations, network, and engage with industry leaders.
A key focus of the event will be the Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor (TNDIC). Through dedicated sessions and curated business engagements, the corridor’s state-of the-art infrastructure, investor-friendly policies, and sectoral strengths will be presented to the global aerospace and defence community.
With Aerospace & Defense Meetings Chennai 2025, Tamil Nadu aims to reinforce its leadership in India’s aerospace and defence manufacturing ecosystem and further its long-term vision of becoming a globally competitive, innovation-driven industrial hub.
About the Organisers
Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO)
TIDCO is the nodal agency of the Government of Tamil Nadu responsible for promoting large and medium-scale industries in the State. It plays a pivotal role in developing industrial infrastructure and attracting domestic and foreign investment across strategic sectors, including aerospace and defence.
Advanced Business Events / BCI Aerospace (France)
Advanced Business Events / BCI Aerospace is a world leader in organizing business-to business events for the aerospace and defence industries. With a global network and expertise in facilitating industrial partnerships, BCI Aerospace connects OEMs, suppliers, and service providers to foster international collaboration and growth.
Aerospace Industries Development Association of Tamil Nadu (AIDAT)
AIDAT is an industry-led association representing the aerospace and defence ecosystem of Tamil Nadu. It works closely with government agencies, research organisations, and industry stakeholders to promote policy advocacy, industrial growth, and global engagement for the State’s aerospace and defence sector.
