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With Aerial Cities 2025 just two weeks away, we are excited to announce Declan Fitzpatrick, CEO of the @IAApress, as our opening keynote speaker. Our C-level, invitation-only event in Dublin on 11-12th November will kick off with an inspiring keynote as Declan takes to the stage in front of a room of global leaders and decision makers to discuss the future of drone integration and AAM in urban environments. Declan has been with the IAA since 2006 and has been CEO for the past two years. With over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry, he has held senior management and regulatory roles, shaping the future of aviation operations and policy. A senior leader across all facets of aviation operations, Declan has expertise in digital transformation, smart infrastructure, and complex programme delivery. He has also served as a Commissioner on the Air Navigation Commission of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada. His experience spans major infrastructure initiatives, innovation in urban systems, and the integration of technology to build more connected, resilient, and sustainable cities. We are thrilled to have Declan opening Aerial Cities 2025, which will also feature in-depth discussions on a range of topics including: U-space in urban environments, investors perspectives, eVTOL and vertiports, end user perspectives from public safety operators and much more! Find the full conference schedule here: aerialcities.dronetalks.onli… #AerialCities2025 #aviation #droneindustry #Dublin #IAA

From #Bern to #London to #Dublin — Aerial Cities has grown fast since our first edition in 2022. We're proud to host the fourth edition of Europe’s premier C-level, invitation-only event on #drones and advanced air mobility at one of the most iconic venues in #Ireland: Dublin City Hall 🏛️. Built between 1769 and 1779, Dublin City Hall is one of the city’s most notable examples of neoclassical architecture. Its marble Rotunda, gold-leaf dome, and carefully preserved interior offer a distinctive setting — one that reflects the ambition, importance, and scale of the conversations we’ll be having this November 11-12. Why Dublin? 🇮🇪 - Forward-thinking #strategy: The city has launched its Drone and Urban Air Mobility Strategy 2024–2029, outlining a clear vision for integrating drones and #eVTOL operations into urban environments. - Collaborative #innovation: The Dublin Drone Innovation Partnership brings together regulators, government, and academia to test and prepare for the future of #aerial services in real-world city settings. - A hub for smart #mobility: As a recognised centre for technology, policy, and infrastructure development, Dublin is actively shaping the frameworks that will enable #sustainable aerial mobility at scale. Aerial Cities 2025 will be hosted in collaboration with @DubCityCouncil and the @IAApress — two organisations helping shape Ireland’s smart, sustainable #airspace ecosystem. We’re also grateful to our incredible sponsors and partners: @NUAIR, @volatusdrones, Unisphere GmbH, HHLA Sky GmbH, @DufourAero, @moonrockdrone, ST Engineering, @bcn_drone, @gotonomi, DMD Solutions, @murzilliconsult, AVSS | Drone Parachute Recovery Systems & Guided Delivery Systems, @kongsbergasa, @atcnetwork, @mobilitymakers, Future Transport-News, and @aam_intl. We can't wait to welcome the #AAM and #UAM community to Dublin this November, right at the heart of one of Europe’s most forward-thinking cities. Learn more and register to attend here: aerialcities.dronetalks.onli…. #advancedairmobility #AerialCities #AerialCities2025 #aerialmobility #airmobility #aviation #aviationinnovation #droneindustry #droneinnovation #DublinCityCouncil #DublinCityHall #futureofmobility #IAA #innovation #smartcities #urbanairmobility