AIX preview with Event Director Archana Dharni
This is a special feature from the April 2025 AIX issue of PAX Tech Magazine on page 52.
AIX 2024 on the expo floor
The Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) is returning the Hamburg, Germany, from April 8 to 10, co-located with the World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) at the Hamburg Messe.
AIX Event Director Archana Dharni tells PAX Tech that the 2025 edition of AIX will welcome first-time exhibitors such as Robert Hofmann GmbH, CesiumAstro, Amerex Corp and Fraunhofer IPK. Returning exhibitors this year include industry leaders such as Panasonic Avionics Corporation, Safran, Geven, Acro Aircraft Seating and Diehl Aviation.
The event will also have a heavy focus on sustainability and accessibility, two of the aviation industry’s most pressing priorities, Dharni says. “An emphasis on these themes underscores the industry’s commitment to transforming the passenger experience while addressing global challenges.”
Dharni says sustainability is a high priority for the industry as airlines strive to meet their net zero targets. As such, AIX 2025 will highlight advancements in materials, cabin designs and operational efficiencies aimed at reducing waste and emissions. A similarly critical focus on accessibility at this edition of AIX means exhibitors will be showcasing innovations such as adaptive seating and diverse design principles.
CabinSpace Live, AIX’s conference and speaker program, is set to return this year with a lineup of industry leaders discussing trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of aircraft interiors.
AIX Event Director Archana Dharni
Following the success of last year’s IFEC Zone, AIX 2025 will once again provide a hub for the latest in inflight connectivity and entertainment on the expo floor.
In order to maximize time at AIX 2025, Dharni recommends attendees explore the exhibitor list and event schedule ahead of time to identify key companies and sessions aligned with their goals, as well as checking for updates on the AIX Hub.
For airline buyers, Dharni suggests taking advantage of networking opportunities to forge connections with suppliers offering tailored fleet solutions. She also says that participating in the dedicated sessions at CabinSpace Live are an opportunity for exhibitors to elevate visibility and credibility during the expo.
Attendees can download the AIX app and access AIX Connect to schedule meetings ahead of the event. PAX Tech is a media partner for AIX 2025, covering events in Hamburg live from the show floor.
