Brussels, Belgium – 18 December, 2025: The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is today announcing updated dates for EBACE26, now scheduled to take place from Tuesday 2 June to Thursday 4 June 2026 at Palexpo and Geneva Airport, with the dedicated media day returning on Monday 1June.

The new timing follows a detailed review of the broader events calendar globally, alongside discussions with exhibitors, the EBACE Advisory Council and other key stakeholders. The decision aims to strengthen the value and overall experience of the show for exhibitors, attendees and partners.

Stefan Benz, CEO, EBAA, says: “After carefully assessing the market, we are confident that holding EBACE26 from 2 to 4 June 2026 will offer a better experience for everyone involved. The updated dates are aligned more closely with the needs and requirements of all our exhibitors from different regions, our visitors and support the reimagined format we are introducing for the 2026 edition.”

General exhibitor bookings will open in January, with the most competitive pricing model in recent years. For the first time, indoor exhibit pricing has been frozen for a second consecutive year, held at 2024 rates, to deliver long-term stability for exhibitors. In addition, prices for the aircraft display will be around one fifth the cost of previous EBACE editions, more aligned with the rates typically seen at regional shows rather than major international events.

Indoor exhibit space is allocated through a process that recognises both exhibitor loyalty and stand size. A limited number of premium locations are available, and the order of allocation will be determined by randomised selection on 8 January 2026. The EBAA sales team is on hand to guide exhibitors through the options and support any stand booking or sales enquiries.

As previously announced, outdoor display exhibitors will also have the option to host clients in bespoke hospitality structures, enabling tailored brand experiences directly on the display. Combining the new pricing model and event features with the refined calendar slot advances EBAA’s multi-year plan to make EBACE more streamlined, cost-effective and customer-focused for the European and global Business Aviation community.

Benz adds: “Our commitment is to deliver an event that adds value and return of investment for all our audiences. The updated dates, alongside the new layout and commercial approach, are designed to make it easier for companies to plan their presence, host customers and do business in Geneva.”

The dedicated media day on 1 June will provide structured opportunities for press conferences, aircraft unveilings and interviews, giving journalists early access to key news, aircraft and spokespeople ahead of the main show opening.

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For exhibitor enquiries contact:

Helen Nagle, Indoor Account Lead: hnagle@ebaa.org

For media enquires contact:  

Mr. Róman Kok, EBAA Director of Public Affairs & Communications: rkok@ebaa.org, +32 488 39 19 79 

8020 Communications: EBAA@8020comms.com; +44 1483 447 380 

About EBAA  

The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is the leading organisation for operators of business aircraft in Europe. Our mission is to enable responsible, sustainable growth for business aviation, enhance connectivity and create opportunities. EBAA works to improve safety standards and share knowledge, to further positive regulation and to ease all aspects of closely tailored, flexible, point to point air transportation for individuals, governments, businesses and local communities in the most time-efficient way possible. Founded in 1977 and based in Brussels, EBAA represents +500 members companies, corporate operators, commercial operators, manufacturers, airports, fixed based operators, and more, with a total fleet of +1,000 aircraft.   Follow us on X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook, or visit our website on www.ebaa.org. 

Paul Cremer

My name is Paul Cremer, and this marks my 42nd year working within the business and general aviation industry. Over this time, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing a diverse array of sector activities, ranging from aircraft charter and management to air ambulance services, ground operations, air traffic control, airport management, technology implementation, and the outsourcing services I currently manage.

In my role focused on delivering advisory, technology, and outsourcing services to aviation customers, I handle a wide spectrum of responsibilities. This includes overseeing International Trip Support, Operations Control Centre Services (OCC), Continuing Airworthiness Management Service (CAMO), Airworthiness Reviews, ARC Services, Aircraft Delivery and Re-delivery Support Services, Maintenance Coordination Services including AOG, Tech Ops (Maintenance Control Centre), and managing myairops software products. As the Head of Aviation Delivery, I lead the customer-facing delivery of Technology & Outsourcing products and services for the market, drawing upon a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and industry connections within Gama Aviation’s Technology and Outsourcing Strategic Business Unit.

My journey into Business and General Aviation began during my teenage years while still in school. I was fortunate enough to be welcomed into the industry, starting at a flying club, and later working at the Air Traffic Services Unit at Blackbushe Airport. There, I maintained the ATC Movement Logs in the Control Tower during weekends, solidifying my passion for aviation. Upon completing my schooling, I seized opportunities at Fairoaks Airport, where I began as Ground Crew while pursuing my Aerodrome Flight Information Service Officer’s license. Advancements in my career led me to the role of Air Traffic Services Manager.

Since joining Gama Aviation in 1996, I’ve held various positions, including Operations Manager (Post Holder), Operations & Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager, Operations Delivery Manager, Head of Business Aviation Delivery, and currently, Head of Aviation Delivery. This role encompasses Gama Aviation Group’s Gama Aviation, myairops, and FlyerTech companies.

In 2023, I was honoured to be invited to serve as the Chair of the Operations Working Group for the British Business & General Aviation Association. This opportunity allows me to contribute to industry initiatives within BBGA’s membership of nearly 200 industry companies, focusing on challenges such as regulatory compliance, Air Services Agreements, technological advancements, workforce development, operational matters, and sustainability.

Marc Bailey

Marc Bailey has spent his career in aviation and has worked in most areas of our industry with scheduled airlines, MRO’s, military contract support and latterly with associations, government, and its agencies.

Marc currently represents your position in Europe (even post Brexit) – as President of ECOGAS (European Council of General Aviation Support) which maintains a voice with EASA. All the major member states are represented on the ECOGAS board. With EASA restructuring its meetings with industry, ECOGAS is now well positioned to represent our position in all areas following industry partnerships with the European Continued Airworthiness Group and with the Association for Remotely Piloted Aviation Services (ARPAS). 

Marc is chair of the UKASF (United Kingdom Airworthiness Strategic Forum) as part of an initiative to develop Aviation Services across all aviation activities.  The UKASF pulls together airlines, MROs, Rotary, Drones, and commercial GA bodies to work with CAA and DfT. The objective is for industry to take the lead to drive strategic issues to benefit all parties. We are well positioned after six years to continue our good work for industry. With the re-established role of Chief Surveyor in the CAA we have a good focal point to undertake this work with the regulator including regular discussions and a full industry day with the CAA each year.

Marc chairs the CAA Finance and Services Forum, which allows industry in the UK to discuss the financial plans for the CAA and look closely at the services being delivered to industry. This is a new and valuable new platform for all parties.

Marc has formed an alliance with, ARPAS, AOPA, BHA and BBGA so that we can strengthen our voice under a joint ‘GA 4 Biz’ banner. This alliance is working to do everything possible to represent the industry’s business interests with UK government and to help realise the Government’s desire to make UK General Aviation a Global Leader in a post Brexit environment. 

The next Generation initiatives with industry and government have continued to develop with the retention platform now evolving into the “Aviation Skills Recruitment Platform” .  The platform now not only offers a vehicle for those offering and seeking posts in aviation, it also provides pathways with its TalentView portion seeking to provide pathways for new entrants into our sector. 

The recruitment platform is being further developed to include training opportunities across a wide range of providers, from government agencies through academic bodies. Getting our next generation activities right in the UK over the next couple of years is our single most important issue which we in aviation must grab with both hands. Moving into 2026 we are seeking to further develop the pathways to enter aviation, and this effort is being supported with development of multimedia platforms with the organisation Metaverse. This multimedia approach is being developed so that it is more relatable to the next generation of people wishing to join aviation in a myriad of roles.

In the role of President (honorary) Marc can support the BBGA in many aspects and continue to ensure that we retain the right connections across industry, with regulators in the UK, regulators in the EU and wherever possible help hold government and its departments to account using normal channels, and where necessary utilise All Party-Political Groups for aviation.

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