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Aerospace Bulletin  | fEBRUARY 2026

2026 trade shows

Nothing beats face-to-face interaction with key decision-makers.

Each season, the Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness (OEDC) represents Washington state at regional, national and international trade shows, missions, and other trade events. In particular, we value the collaboration and camaraderie of inviting Washington-based companies and organizations to join with us. Our work shows there is no substitute for the value of being in person to build trusted, interpersonal relationships.

Consider becoming a delegate at one of our 2026 trade shows and events. Our OEDC team within the Washington State Department of Commerce offers introductions and more, partnering closely with your business.

Local aerospace trade shows to consider

*PNAA ADVANCE - Feb 9-11, Lynnwood*

Hear from OEMS, industry experts and analysts, offering invaluable insight into new technologies, market shifts and supply chain strategies to build resiliency, stay competitive and navigate changing industry dynamics.

*Aerospace and Defense Supplier Summit (ADSS) - Mar 18-19, Seattle*

This B2B supply chain event offers local companies the chance to build international trade without international travel. 

International aerospace trade shows in 2026

*Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) - April 14-16, Hamburg, Germany*

The world's leading marketplace for interiors manufacturers and the supply chain, bringing together this entire industry segment.

*Farnborough Air Show - July 20-24, Farnborough, UK*

Start planning NOW! The leading innovators in aerospace and defense industries showcase advancements, engage with a global audience and create partnerships that propel businesses forward.

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FREE Webinar: Tariff Strategies 

Coming Feb 11, a practical how-to for businesses

Commerce begins its 2026 International Trade Talk series in partnership with the Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington, with a webinar entitled Tariff strategies: A practical guide for businesses.

Our speaker is Mike Alllocca, a nationally recognized expert on international trade. Attendees will learn tangible takeaways on how to better manage the impact of tariffs and lower supply chain risk.

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Hear from International Trade Specialist, Tammy Deets

Get a personal take on this new webinar series from one of the SBEA series' authors

In December, the Small Business Export Assistance (SBEA) team strategized on ways to engage small businesses on topics that support international trade. Inspired by that focus,Tammy Lo Deets and the team envisioned the International Trade Talk webinar series. 

Hear more in Tammy's recent Choose Washington blog. Maybe it will inspire you to sign up for the webinar? She offers ways to suggest future topics in the series. Remember, these online workshops are *FREE*

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Opportunity Zones Program 2.0

Opportunity Zones (OZs) are federally designated census tracts  meant to spur investment in historically underserved, low-income communities. 

and showcases opportunities for companies interested in investing in Washington. A revised program is being rolled out, called OZ 2.0, designating new opportunity zones. Communities will apply for OZ designation and will do so again once every ten years.

The program also will have other permanent changes to the policy’s geographic targeting criteria, incentive structure and reporting requirements. To help with educating communities and current OZ partners, Commerce is hosting a multi-month process to support Governor Ferguson in nominating up to 25% of Washington’s eligible low-income census tracts to be opportunity zones.

OZs have shown they spark private investment across an array of low-income communities – more than any previous policy over a such a short period of time. Learn more at one of our upcoming educational webinars. 

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Portal Space Systems' flagship spacecraft, Supernova
Portal Space Systems:

An out-of-this-world meetup of people, ideas and location

Commerce will partner with the Economic Alliance of Snohomish County [ [link removed] ] to administer a $350,000 Strategic Reserve Fund Grant on the development of a new manufacturing site in Bothell for Portal Space Systems. The company’s flagship spacecraft, "Supernova", enables high delta-v maneuverability, multi-orbit operations, and refuelability – unlocking missions previously out of reach. 

Get to know Prashaanth Ravindran, Portal’s vice president of engineering. He's just one the people behind this powerhouse company, strengthening the influx of advanced technology into aerospace in this important industry cluster in Washington.

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This periodic bulletin highlights recent economic achievements in aerospace to benefit this industry in our state. 

 








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