Our Founder and CEO, Brian Byers, attended the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland.

As Europe’s biggest business-aviation gathering, it brings together business leaders, government officials, and industry professionals to discuss the future of aviation. Because we support this sector—with corporate structures for businesses and assets, plus access to the Isle of Man’s industry-leading aircraft registry—EBACE is a key date in our calendar.

Here are some of our key takeaways from EBACE 2023.

Sustainability 

First, aviation sits at the centre of efforts to cut the carbon footprint of passenger and freight transport. Consequently, sustainability is a priority for regulators, operators, and support services. Reflecting that focus, this year’s event was the most carbon-neutral edition to date.

Back in 2009, the Business Aviation Commitment on Climate Change (BACCC) marked a milestone. Among its pledges was a goal to halve carbon emissions by 2050. Building on that roadmap, the EBACE2023 Sustainability Summit showcased next-generation propulsion, advanced air mobility, carbon-reduction advances, and related initiatives.

Aircraft & aviation technology launches

Beyond sustainability, the show delivered new aircraft and technologies that push the industry toward net-zero flight. Highlights included:

• Textron Aviation’s Cessna Citation Ascend

• Airbus Corporate Jets’ ACJ TwoTwenty

• Bombardier’s Challenger 3500

• Gulfstream’s G800

Ed Bolen, President and CEO of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), captured the mood:

“We saw amazing new aircraft announced and debuted, designed to meet the needs of an evolving global business marketplace. We had a first-hand look at the fuels, propulsion systems and technologies that will lead to net-zero flight. We were inspired by the trailblazers in our industry who are championing teamwork and inclusion. EBACE showed us all that is possible today, and how our shared vision will shape tomorrow.”

A treat for F1 fans!

For motorsport enthusiasts, Toto and Susie Wolff were stand-out speakers. Together, they drew on experience in motor racing, business, philanthropy, and sustainability. Click here to read more about their contribution to EBACE 2023, and here for a video interview. 

In short, EBACE 2023 offered plenty to consider. Ultimately, aviation remains fast-paced and exciting, and today’s breakthroughs will shape the future of flight while benefiting many other industries.

Looking ahead, EBACE returns to Palexpo and Geneva Airport from May 28–30, 2024. We’re already looking forward to it.

To learn more about the Isle of Man and our industry-leading aircraft registry, please get in touch with Acclaim’s specialist team today https://accla.im/#contact-us