- The Dubai Airshow 2025 concluded with a historic total of over USD 202 billion in deals, doubling the 2023 total.
- The five-day event saw record attendance of 248,788 visitors, experts, and decision-makers from 115 countries.
- Emirates committed $41.4 billion to new widebody aircraft (Boeing 777-9 and Airbus A350-900), driving the massive total.
- The show emphasized sustainability, utilizing sustainable aviation fuel and operating halls entirely on renewable energy.
The Dubai Airshow 2025, held under the theme ‘The Future is Here,’ concluded with monumental results, achieving a historic high that underscores Dubai’s accelerating influence in global aerospace. The event smashed its previous record, securing deals that surpassed USD 202 billion, which is double the value achieved in 2023. This unprecedented success solidifies Dubai’s position as a premier global platform, attracting a record attendance of nearly 249,000 visitors and reinforcing the city’s role in driving innovation and growth across the aviation and space sectors.
The colossal deal total was driven by key commitments from UAE-based flag carriers, signaling unwavering confidence in the long-term growth of air travel capacity.
- Emirates’ Massive Investment: The airline placed orders for 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft and 8 more Airbus A350-900 jets, resulting in a staggering total commitment of $41.4 billion. This positions Emirates with 375 of the latest wide-body aircraft on its order book, with deliveries scheduled through 2038.
- flydubai’s Growth: The airline signed a memorandum of understanding with Boeing to purchase 75 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, valued at $13 billion. This commitment supports Dubai’s vibrant vision for expanding regional connectivity in the coming years.
The sheer volume of these purchases demonstrates that global carriers are investing heavily in next-generation efficiency and large-scale capacity to meet future passenger demand.
Beyond the commercial orders, the Dubai Airshow showcased a strong, aspirational commitment to sustainability and space innovation, highlighting key industry trends.
- Green Operations: The event actively pursued sustainability by supplying sustainable aviation fuel for participating aircraft and operating ground support equipment using electricity and propane. Furthermore, the exhibition halls ran entirely on renewable energy, reflecting a serious commitment to environmental responsibility.
- Space Leadership: Reinforcing the UAE’s ambition in space, this year featured the largest-ever Space Pavilion, organized in partnership with the UAE Space Agency. The accompanying Space Conference gathered over 50 experts and astronauts to advance the commercialization of space technologies and foster global collaboration.
The event hosted over 1,500 exhibitors, including a debut from Morocco, and welcomed 490 military and civil delegations from 115 countries. The flawless execution and high level of preparedness among government entities further enhanced the operational efficiency for all visitors and participants.
The Dubai Airshow 2025 has cemented its role in shaping the future of the global industry. With historic deals, a strong push for sustainability, and a focus on advanced technologies, the foundation is set for even greater advances at the next edition in November 2027.
Review the official Dubai Airshow channels for detailed reports on the breakthroughs and future trends unveiled at this record-breaking edition.
