This 11-12 November, Dublin will be the host for Aerial Cities 2025, an exclusive, invitation-only executive conference focused on integrating advanced air mobility (AAM) and drone technologies into our urban environments. 

This year’s edition is proudly hosted in collaboration with Dublin City Council and the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA), two visionary institutions leading Ireland’s smart mobility evolution. Together, we are setting the stage for the next phase of AAM adoption, policy, and commercial integration across European cities and beyond. 

Driving innovation in aerial urban environments 

Building on the momentum of previous editions in London and Bern, Aerial Cities 2025 will gather executive-level decision-makers from government bodies, regulators, drone manufacturers, service providers, city planning departments, and investors to discuss the regulatory, commercial, and operational challenges and opportunities in the drone and AAM sector. 

The conference will feature C-level panel discussions, technical and strategic keynotes, and a networking gala dinner. This year’s agenda focuses on profitability, public-private cooperation, airspace governance, social acceptance, and how proof-of-concept projects can scale to real-world, revenue-generating operations. 

Our 14 featured speakers 

This year, we are honoured to welcome several outstanding speakers representing diverse sectors – from regulators and city officials to drone technology leaders, aerospace strategists, and infrastructure innovators.

Here are the first 14 featured speakers at Aerial Cities 2025: 

• Tom Curran, Head of the Survey & Mapping Division at Dublin City Council: A key figure in city-wide innovation, Tom supports the development of smart, resilient cities equipped for aerial mobility. 
• Ewa Gowers, Head of SARG Operations & Programmes at the UK Civil Aviation Authority: A strategic voice in regulation, Ewa is instrumental in defining frameworks that ensure safety while fostering innovation. 
• Bobby Healy, Founder & CEO of Manna Air Delivery: Championing one of the world’s most mature drone delivery networks, Bobby is proving commercial viability in Irish airspace. 
• Mathias Vinter, Head of Drone Excellence at DSV: Mathias leads logistics innovation within one of the world’s largest transport companies, with a strong focus on AAM readiness. 
• Pau Guarro i Oliver, CEO & General Manager of Between Technology:  A strategic senior executive and entrepreneurial leader with nearly two decades of experience in engineering, consulting, and talent development, Pau Guarro is at the forefront of redefining talent representation across technology and engineering sectors on an international scale. 
• Ken Stewart, CEO & President of NUAIR: Driving real-world BVLOS operations in the U.S., Ken offers key transatlantic insights into drone governance and commercial pathways. 
• Andrew Carter, Co-Founder & CEO of ResilienX: Andrew brings deep knowledge of system monitoring and autonomy assurance, crucial for safety and performance at scale. 
• Etienne Louvet, Founder & CEO of IONA: A leading figure in digital airspace architecture, Etienne’s work supports scalable drone operation systems across Europe. 
• Soo Soon Teong, Senior Vice President & Head of Unmanned Air Systems at ST Engineering: Offering an Asian perspective on uncrewed aviation systems, Soo Soon supports interoperability and future-focused infrastructure design. 
• Simon Ritterband, Founder & Managing Director of Moonrock Drone Insurance: Simon offers a vital perspective on insuring advanced technologies and managing risk across evolving drone ecosystems. 
• Teresa Hudson, Station Officer Organisational Intelligence Unit, Advanced Paramedic & PHECC Tutor at Dublin Fire Brigade: An advocate for drones in emergency response, Teresa offers a hands-on view into operational integration and public safety. 
• Malachy Bradley, Deputy City Planner at Dublin City Council: Driving city innovation from within, Malachy supports integration efforts across departments to position Dublin as an aerial city of the future. 
• Corinne Matthews, Energy & Aerospace Sectors Lead at Somerset Council: Corinne connects regional governments to the AAM conversation, pushing forward practical implementation of future flight tech. 
• Enda Walsh, UAS Manager at Irish Aviation Authority: Representing the regulatory perspective, Enda’s participation ensures that regulatory considerations are front and centre in discussions about the future of urban air mobility. 
  
  

Save the Date: 11-12 November 2025 

If you’re a C-level executive, regulator, drone service user, investor, or public sector leader, Aerial Cities 2025 is your opportunity to engage with peers, influence policy, and position your organisation at the forefront of urban air transformation. 

From enabling airspace modernisation to funding business models and preparing cities for drone operations, this event delivers expert-led conversations, real-world case studies, and unmatched networking. 

Together, let’s define the flightpath of tomorrow’s cities. 

For more details, visit https://aerialcities.dronetalks.online. 

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