The European Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (EBACE) is returning to Geneva in 2026 with a full static display, but the event will be held in a different European city every alternate year going forward. The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) also plans to open the show up to industries adjacent to business aviation.
Following a transitional year in 2025, the EBAA is gearing up for next year, and reports strong interest from leading manufacturers. Geneva will remain the home base, with a static display, while alternating years will take the show on the road across Europe.
When asked which other European cities might host EBACE in alternating years, the EBAA said: “At this stage, we are not in a position to disclose which other European cities are being considered as potential future bases for EBACE. More details will be shared once decisions have been finalised.”
The EBAA also plans to expand EBACE’s reach by welcoming industries that complement business aviation. The organisation said these close connections will add new dimensions to the show and allow for effortless collaboration, enhancing the experience for all participants, while keeping business aviation “firmly at the centre”.
Asked which adjacent industries it had in mind, the EBAA said: “We are actively working on developing partnerships with industries that complement business aviation, but these are still under discussion. We look forward to sharing more information as soon as these partnerships are confirmed.”
“This is really exciting,” said Stefan Benz, interim managing director at EBAA. “By moving between Geneva and other European cities, EBACE will deliver a dual advantage for exhibitors, visitors and sponsors. Geneva offers a world-class platform with its proven static display and infrastructure, whilst the alternating years allow us to reach new audiences, new markets and showcase business aviation in a broader way.”
“Keeping Geneva as the anchor ensures the same leading standard the industry expects, whilst alternating locations and welcoming adjacent industries will bring fresh energy and unlock even greater opportunities for collaboration with our members, national associations and stakeholders,” said Benz.
EBACE26 will take place at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland, on 27-29 May 2026.
