August 22 24, 2017 Renaissance Hotel Seattle, WA, USA October 17 19, 2017 Hamburg, Germany SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS 2017
ABOUT MORE ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT: For the past five years, IQPC s More Electric Aircraft conference has brought together relevant stake-holders to ensure maximum knowledge transfer and professional exchange in Seattle and Hamburg. During a full three-day program with lectures and interactive workshops, attendees will meet international experts from OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and academia to discuss the challenges and learn about their experiences in the field. KEY TOPIC AREAS: Optimal design of electric systems for MEA Move to More Electric Aircraft results and upcoming projects Power Electronics: High temperature PE Hybrid-electric distributed propulsion system Energy storage as the key to MEA design success Commuter Aircraft & Electric Helicopter CONFIRMED PRESENTERS FOR 2017: Dr. Hao Huang Technology Chief Electrical Power GE Aviation Charles Lents Principal Research Engineer United Technologies Research Center Dr. Ing. Alfred Engler Manager Advance Development Liebherr Elektronik GmbH Jeffrey Engler CEO Wright Electric Carl G. Schaefer, Jr. Program Manager, XV-24A LightningStrike VTOL X-Plane Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation Satish Prabhakaran Senior Power Electronics Engineer GE Global Research Dr. Imon Chakraborty Research Engineer II Aerospace Systems Design Laboratory, School of Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. MJ Benzakein Wright Brothers Institute Professor, Assistant Vice President for Aerospace and Aviation The Ohio State University Dr. Jonathan Gladin Research Engineer II, Propulsion and Energy Division, Aerospace Systems Design Laboratory School of Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Serhiy Bozhko Associate Professor in Aircraft Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Machine and Control Group The University of Nottingham Excellent networking opportunity Fokker Elmo Plenty of things learned, brilliant people met, good speakers Safran Engineering Services The place to be to discuss MEA challenges from airlines to academics Liebherr Very interesting and useful...great forum to meet individuals and learn about topics True Blue Power Very good event for technology updates and meeting a lot of people in a short time Safran-Labinal Power Systems An excellent conference tackling the relevant key topics regarding the More Electric Aircraft, from systems to components GE Aviation A great place for networking and information sharing within the MEA domain SAAB AB
WHY YOU NEED TO BE AT MORE ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT The longest running and most highly attended More Electric Aircraft summit globally 100+ Attendees 4:1 buyer to vendor ratio over 70% primary market attendees! Senior level representation from every airframe manufacturer Meet the whole MEA supply chain 5+ hours of dedicated networking The latest developments in system architectures Brand new topics dedicated to power electronics New this year: Commuter Aircraft & Helicopter Site visit at Boeing (USA event only)
WHY YOU NEED TO BE AT MORE ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT Here are some insights on the participants of our More Electric Aircraft conferences in 2016 ATTENDEES BY INDUSTRY: Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing Aerospace Product, Auxiliary Equipment, and Parts Manufacturing Aircraft Manufacturing Aerospace Research and Technology Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturers Specialized Materials Manufacturing Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing Software Solutions Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturer Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools Consultancies Battery Manufacturing GEO BREAKDOWN: United States Japan Germany Sweden United Kingdom The Netherlands France Ireland Russia Spain Italy ATTENDEES BY JOB FUNCTION: Chief Engineer Technical Director R&D Engineer Product Manager Director Of Engineering Director/Head of Sales Systems Architect VP Director Of Business Development Head of R&D Business Development Manager Manager Product Design Aerospace Program Coordinator General Manager Head of Technology Professor Marketing Lead
PRIMARY MARKET CHALLENGES & AREAS OF INVESTMENT For the past 5 years of working closely with aircraft manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers, and researchers, we ve gathered some insights on the types of challenges that hinder the development of More Electric Aircraft. In 2016, we spoke with our presenters and attendees about what recurring challenges they experience, and asked them to rank them by urgency: 14% 16% 9% 6% 36% Power Electronics Optimal System Architecture Thermal Management Batteries Actuators Semiconductors ATTENDEES ARE LOOKING TO DISCUSS SOLUTIONS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: Power Electronics: - fault-tolerant architecture - electro-hydrostatic and electro-mechanical actuators - flight control systems - high-density electric motors - power generation and conversion systems Battery Management: - Battery Management Systems - A complete lithium-ion battery system to support short commercial flights between major cities and can be integrated into both a new and existing aircraft Thermal Management: - Cooling solutions Simulation Software: - Modelling Simulation Technology for optimal MEA system architectures 19%
PARTICIPATING COMPANIES IN 2016
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Thought Leadership Interactive Discussion Groups Pre- or Post-Show Workshop Big Idea Leader Speaker Sponsored Client Testimonial Masterclass Feasibility Clinic Welcome Reception Brain Weave Session Sightseeing Outing Private Dinner Private Lunch Networking Evening Reception Specialty Cocktails Exhibition Stand Demonstration Session in the Technology Cube Exhibition Space Morning & Afternoon Networking Breaks Pens Onsite Show Newsletter Luncheon Bags Bottle openers Evening Reception Partner Keychains Onsite Polling Branding Lanyards Games & Toys Water Bottles Executive Consultations Thought Leadership Domination Signage Networking Refreshments Coffee Cups Photobooth Information Desk
WHY SPONSOR? The benefits of our event partnership will help you win your next big bit of business: Streamline your sales and marketing effort by gaining access to a concentrated group of active, motivated buyers, mandated by their companies to find solutions to their immediate MEA challengers. Educate the market on your value and brand superiority above competitors in the marketplace through persistent brand recognition and thought leadership. Strategically network with our high-level speaker faculty and VIP guests to ensure your capabilities are front-of mind before and during the vendor selection process. Leverage an intimate atmosphere to discuss your value proposition and hear about customer vendor selection criteria and requirements, through pre-arranged 1-on-1 meetings Align your company challenges and objectives with a completely tailor-made sponsorship package in order to maximize your return on investment. GET INVOLVED Build brand awareness and showcase your latest products by booking a stand Forge strategic partnerships with IQPC s dedicated networking sessions Book prospective meetings onsite and promote your solutions to targeted clientele Generate new business leads by joining our pre-event marketing campaigns and taking part in pre-event networking
OPPORTUNITIES Lead Event Content Thought Leadership Custom Private Workshop Official Dinner or Drinks Reception Exhibition Business Development 30 minute plenary speaking opportunity on Day 1 of the main conference 3m x 2m exhibition booth space Sponsor guest passes for the main two-day conference Delegate list one week in advance to plan and pre-arrange meetings 1 hour private workshop hosting to a pre selected group of a maximum of 14 high value prospects (The workshop can be during a VIP breakfast or lunch, or run concurrently to other sessions) Option of a 5 minute welcome speech to all attendees during evening reception On-site concierge meeting assistance to help make sure you meet your top prospects Branding: Logo, profile and homepage hyperlink on MEA website and conference agenda Logo and homepage hyperlink at the footer of marketing email campaigns to the entire MEA database Logo on branded slideshow shown in main conference room during breaks Choice of 1 additional piece of high visibility branding: Lanyards, coffee breaks, banners, charging station, drinks reception Exclusive branding on tables and menus during reception
CONTACT Have something specific in mind? We can provide custom sponsorship packages tailored to your needs. Simply give us a call or send us back this checklist with your ideas. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Damian Pigot Partnerships Director 1-on-1 meetings with delegates in networking breaks Bags Bottle openers Branded electronics Candy & chocolates Evening event Executive consultations Exhibition space Frisbees Games & toys Interactive discussion groups Keychains Lanyards Lighters Masterclass Morning or afternoon networking breaks Networking refreshments Online branding Pens Photobooth Private dinner Private lunch Product demo Raffle Raffle Sightseeing tour Signage Slideshow branding Speaking opportunity Specialty cocktails Sponsored client testimonial Stickers Umbrellas Water bottles Welcome reception Whitepaper hosting Whitepaper sharing Workshop leader Damian.pigot@iqpc.de +49 30 20 913 232 Karina Schultz Head of Partnership Marketing karina.schultz@iqpc.de +49 30 20 913 409