Paris, Rome July 12th
In the week from 19th  to 25th July, the world attention will be focused on the Farnborough International Airshow. The Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) is one of the world’s most iconic global aviation events. FIA holds a prominent position within the aerospace calendar taking place on a biennial basis. The first five days of the show are traditionally trade days only, followed by a weekend where the exhibition is opened up to the public. With its existing exhibition halls, flying displays and UAV pavilion, FIA 2010 will evolve its business theme to include a number of new networking initiatives such as a themed conference and seminar programme, a ‘Meet Your Buyer’ event and a day dedicated to International Futures for Youth.  Additionally, FIA 2010 will feature a dedicated ‘Space Zone’ and enhanced UAV presence.
ESA, together with the UK Space Agency, the Italian space agency and industry, will be exhibiting its wide range of activities in a dedicated Space Zone.
 The Space Zone brings together key players from space agencies and industry to highlight the increasing role of space in a rapidly changing world.  ESA showcases the importance of space systems and applications in facing global challenges and providing decision-makers with tools to respond to critical challenges such as climate change and global security.
The exhibition highlights the many dimensions of space: space for a better understanding of our Earth and the Universe; space as a generator of new technologies and innovation; space for future human endeavour; and space for improving the quality of life and fostering European growth and employment.  
 Examples of services from GMES – the Global Monitoring for Environment and Security initiative – are displayed: daily air-quality forecasts, monitoring of ground movement, ocean and coastal areas, risk and emergencies.
Source: FIA, ESA.