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2026 aerospace shows spotlight African and Middle Eastern markets, from defense and business aviation to widebody growth

Elbit Systems will make its first appearance at Morocco’s Marrakech Air Show, while exhibitors at South Africa’s AAD pursue leads from the September event. In the Gulf, MEBAA expects companies from more than 100 countries, as Boeing forecasts 2,995 commercial aircraft deliveries to the Middle East through 2045.

Discovered 2026-10-06T02:07:07.745739-07:00 | 2026-10-06T02:07:07.745739-07:00

Briefing

What Hype is tracking

The events show how trade exhibitions are serving as commercial platforms across Africa and the Middle East: AAD brought together 287 exhibitors, and organizers say participants are now working contacts made there.
Boeing’s forecast of 2,995 Middle East commercial aircraft deliveries through 2045 points to a substantial regional market, with widebody demand supported by local and regional financing liquidity.
MEBAA’s expected participation from companies in more than 100 countries and Elbit Systems’ first Marrakech Air Show appearance reflect the international reach of the region’s business aviation and defense events.

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