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 The 2009 Show - Statistics 
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 Success in spite of a difficult economic climate
The 48th International Paris Air Show - Le Bourget, which took place 15-21 June 2009, was
a resounding success in spite of a gloomy economy.
The Show once again boasted a full complement of exhibitors, visitors and partners.
This session was also a chance to celebrate 100 years of the Paris Air Show, which was first
held at the Grand Palais in Paris in 1909.
This report will give you an insight into why the International Paris Air Show - Le Bourget even
today remains the world's biggest Air Show. |
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A highly professional Show
The 48th International Paris Air Show - Le Bourget was a resounding success despite a difficult economic climate.
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137 255 trade visitors
of which 34.3 % international
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A Show representative of the aerospace industry
Breakdown of trade visitors
 By country not including France* |
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By company size (number of employees) |
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| * France accounts for 65.7% of visitors. |
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| By business |
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2009 key figures
• 132,464 sqm of exhibition space (halls, village, chalets,
outside buildings).
• 192,000 sqm of aircraft display area.
• 360 chalet units.
• 142 aircrafts present including 42 in flying displays.
• 1,982 exhibitors from 46 countries.
• 380,000 admissions (trade visitors, general public, official delegations, journalists and exhibitors).
• 205 official delegations from 88 countries.
• More than 3,000 accredited journalists.
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An even bigger turnout among the general public
More than 193,000 (+ 20% compared with 2007) members of the general public flocked to see the aircrafts
and find out about the manufacturers' latest technological advances during the 3 days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) devoted to them.
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Almost 2,000 international exhibitors
 Breakdown of companies by country of origin
| France |
946 |
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Netherlands |
30 |
| USA |
287 |
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Switzerland |
28 |
| Germany |
126 |
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Israel |
21 |
| United Kingdom |
125 |
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Canada |
19 |
| Italy |
79 |
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Japan |
19 |
| Belgium |
67 |
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Brazil |
18 |
| Russia |
38 |
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Austria |
17 |
| Spain |
33 |
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Other |
129 |
Total 1,982 |
The world's biggest Air Show
| Total area (sqm) |
150,000 |
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| Total area sold (sqm) |
132,464 |
| Halls |
51,942 |
| Chalets (units) |
360 |
| Bare outdoor space |
22,429 |
| Built outdoor space |
18,157 |
| Village |
174 |
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| Aircraft display areas (sqm) |
192,000 |
Official visits
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The Show was officially opened by the French Prime Minister, François Fillon, on Monday 15 June 2009.
The French President, Nicolas Sarkozy, visited the Show on Saturday 20 June 2009.
Eleven government ministers visited the Show as well as 62 French delegations.
More over, no fewer than 205 official delegations from 88 countries visited the Show, including 40 foreign ministers, 6 deputy ministers, 18 secretaries of state,
7 chiefs of staff, 42 air force chiefs of staff and 14 delegates from defence procurement agencies. |
B2B Meetings
For the second time, a business and technology forum known as the B2B Meetings was organised at the Show, with the aim of bringing together manufacturers to explore a range of trade, industrial and technological opportunities.
This year, the event brought together:
• 533 participants from 24 countries including 147 prime contractors,
• 4,800 meetings planned,
• 8 presentations to buyers.
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2009 - The Show's
centenary year
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In addition to the business aspect, this session also coincided with the 100th anniversary of the Show.
A number of events were organized to mark the centenary, in particular a display of almost 30 historic aircrafts, many of which were presented in flight.
Also at this session, the Patrouille de France made a special appearance at the Show for the first time in many years.
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We would like to thank all exhibitors, visitors and partners who helped make this
Paris Air Show one of the most outstanding in its history.
We look forward to seeing you from 20 to 26 June 2011
for the 49th International Paris Air Show - Le Bourget. |
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