The Aerospace & Defense Supplier Summit (A&DSS) Seattle is a high-level international business summit designed to strengthen the aerospace and defense supply chain. The event is structured around pre-scheduled B2B meetings that enable suppliers to meet directly with decision-makers from major OEMs, system integrators, and prime contractors.

In addition to one-to-one meetings, the summit includes conferences, panels, and industry briefings addressing supply chain resilience, advanced manufacturing, digitalization, sustainability, and defense procurement strategies. Seattle’s strong aerospace ecosystem makes the event a strategic hub for global industry networking and partnership development.

Sectors of Participating Companies

• Aerospace and defense OEMs
• Defense industry prime contractors
• Tier-1 and Tier-2 suppliers
• Advanced manufacturing companies
• Electronics, avionics, and systems providers
• MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) companies
• Engineering, software, and system integration firms

Importance for the Defense Industry

This summit plays a critical role in strengthening defense supply chains by enabling direct engagement between suppliers and defense OEMs. It supports strategic partnerships, localization of supply chains, and access to next-generation defense technologies. The event is particularly valuable for companies seeking entry into U.S. and NATO-aligned defense programs and long-term procurement projects.

Previous Edition Information

Number of Companies in the Previous Event:

The previous Aerospace & Defense Supplier Summit Seattle hosted 700+ participating companies from around the world.

Key Highlights of the Previous Edition:

• Participation from more than 25 countries
• Over 8,000 pre-arranged B2B meetings
• Strong focus on defense supply chain resilience and OEM procurement strategies