Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE

Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE

Bringing together the competences of 37 Fraunhofer Institutes, Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE conducts applied research in the field of industrial aerospace technology.

News from the member institutes

Press release Fraunhofer ISE / 04.08.26

Silicon Photovoltaics Make Power Generation in Space More Cost-Effective

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Press release Fraunhofer IFAM / 11.06.26

Surface pre-treatment, barrier layer, automated machining and assembly of cryogenic CFRP hydrogen tanks

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Press release Fraunhofer / 02.06.26

Sustainable Lift-Off: Fraunhofer is Shaping the Future of Aerospace

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Press release Fraunhofer IFAM / 01.06.26

Christian Böhlmann and Dr.-Ing. Simon Kothe – New co-leadership heads Automation and Production Technology in Stade

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Technology areas

 

 

Events

September 8–10, 2026 | Aachen

German Aerospace Congress (DLRK)

The German Aerospace Congress (DLRK) is an important gathering for researchers and industry representatives. As the premier networking event for aerospace professionals in Germany, the focus is on sharing experiences and discussing current topics, innovative technologies, and future challenges: Where is aviation headed? How will we travel to space in the future? These and many other questions are on the agenda in Aachen.

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September 16–17, 2026 | Noordwijk

ESA Industry Space Days

The ESA Industry Space Days are a key gathering for the entire space community. As an established networking event organized by the SME Office within ESA’s Directorate for Commercialization, Industry, and Competitiveness, the focus is on strengthening collaboration in the space sector: What business opportunities does the space industry of tomorrow offer? How can industry and ESA shape the future together? These and many other questions, accompanied by discussions, an exhibition, keynote speeches, and panel discussions, await guests at the ESA Industry Space Days.

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November 17–19, 2026 | Bremen

Space Tech Expo Europe

Space Tech Expo Europe offers a central platform for the international space industry, with a focus on networking, innovation, and the latest technological developments in the sector. With over 800 exhibitors across five exhibition halls, the event in Bremen offers the ideal opportunity to meet leading players in the space industry, deepen your expertise, and discover innovative products and solutions that are shaping the future of space exploration. 

At the Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE joint booth, the member institutes will showcase their latest developments in the field of space technology.

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Flyer for Download

 

Here you can download the flyer »Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE«.

Headquarters

Business unit AVIATION

Wiener Straße 12 

28359 Bremen

 

+49 421 2246 - 0

aviation@fraunhofer.de

Business unit SPACE

Appelsgarten 2

53879 Euskirchen

 

+49 2251 18 - 0

aerospace@fkie.fraunhofer.de