From Vision to Flight

Shaping the Future of Aircraft Design

Welcome to the 2025 VSV Symposium: From Vision to Flight!

This page contains all the essential information you’ll need throughout the day. Stay informed and make the most of your symposium experience!

PROGRAMME

13:00 Opening

Willemijn van Luik – President, VSV ‘Leonardo da Vinci’

Sybren Hahn – Executive Director Schiphol Infrastructure, Royal Schiphol Group

13:30 "Electric Microliner: Pioneering Zero-Emission Regional Air Travel" - VÆRIDION

Taco Stouten – Chief Commercial Officer, VÆRIDION

Taco will delve into the vision behind VÆRIDION’s electric microliner, its significance in the future of aviation, and how it could revolutionize short-haul travel.

13:50 "Additive Manufacturing: From Design to Flight" - Materialise

Bart van der Schueren – Chief Strategy and Technology Officer/Executive Vice President, Materialise

Bart will share insights into Materialise’s expertise in Additive Manufacturing, exploring the key drivers behind this innovative production method and the cutting-edge tools they offer to customers.

14:10 Panel: AI in Design & Certification

Nick Eleftheroglou – Assistant Professor and Head of the Intelligent Sustainable Prognostics Group, TU Delft

Bartjan Rietdijk – Engineering Lead, Conscious Aerospace

Edwin van de Sluis – Senior Software Engineer, NLR

Asteris Apostolidis – Rulemaking Committee Member | Senior Lead, Technical Innovation & Emerging Technologies; EASA | KLM

This panel will explore the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into aerospace design and certification. Experts will discuss regulatory gaps, the balance between innovation and safety, AI’s impact on engineering roles, and the ethical considerations of trusting AI with critical aerospace decisions.

15:00 Break

Take a stroll through the Innovation Floor in the Foyer during the break and explore cutting-edge advancements while we prepare for the next part of the program!

15:30 "Next-Gen Engines: Moving Innovation Forward in Europe" - GE Aerospace

Roman Seele – Future of Flight Engineering Leader, GE Aerospace

Roman will explore the future of aircraft engine design, highlighting innovations that drive greater efficiency and sustainability in aviation.

16:00 "From Idea to Product: How digital products create new value in aviation" - Boeing

Anna-Lisa Mautes – Manager Product Development Digital, Boeing

Anna-Lisa will discuss how digital innovation transforms aviation, from initial ideas to fully realized products. She will explore past technological shifts, key factors in emerging digital solutions, and how structured ideation processes drive successful implementation.

16:30 Panel: Collaboration & Technology Sharing

Anna-Lisa Mautes – Manager Product Development Digital, Boeing

Roman Seele – Future of Flight Engineering Leader, GE Aerospace

Guido Schwartz – Senior Strategist Aerospace, Airbus

Ron van Manen – Managing Director, Luchtvaart in Transitie

This panel will explore the challenges and opportunities of balancing collaboration with competitive advantage in the aerospace industry. Experts will discuss the role of technology sharing in sustainable aviation, the potential for policy-driven cooperation, and when the industry should prioritize collective progress over competition, especially in addressing global challenges.

17:00 Closing

Heinz Stoewer Space Award 2025

Sybren Hahn – Executive Director Schiphol Infrastructure, Royal Schiphol Group

Emre Halici – Chairman of the Symposium Committee, VSV ‘Leonardo da Vinci’

 Innovation Floor

Discover the Innovation Floor!

Explore the floor plan and connect with leading companies at this year’s VSV Symposium. Click to learn more about their groundbreaking projects and engage with the industry leaders shaping the future of aerospace.

 

 

VÆRIDION is shaping the future of sustainable regional aviation with the Microliner, a fully electric nine-seater designed for zero-emission flight. Founded in 2021 by former Airbus managers, the company integrates advanced battery-wing technology to enhance efficiency and performance. With €14 million in Series A funding and an EASA Pre-Application Contract, VÆRIDION targets prototype flights by 2027 and commercial operations by 2030, driving innovation in clean air travel.

 

Conscious Aerospace is a Dutch Tier 1 systems integrator developing hydrogen fuel cell powertrains for zero-emission flight. Founded in 2022, the company leverages Dutch aviation expertise to create a certifiable green solution by 2028. By collaborating with industry partners, Conscious Aerospace is driving innovation in sustainable aviation, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of air travel.

 

GKN Aerospace is a global leader in aerostructures, engine systems, and electrification, driving aerospace innovation for over 265 years. With 32 sites across 12 countries, its technologies—lightweight composites, additive manufacturing, and electrification—enhance aircraft performance while reducing weight and emissions. Supporting over 100,000 daily flights, GKN Aerospace is committed to advancing sustainable aviation and developing next-generation net-zero solutions.

Elysian Aircraft is a Dutch startup developing the E9X, a battery-electric airliner designed for sustainable regional travel. Founded in 2023, it envisions a 90-passenger aircraft with an 800 km range, integrating batteries into a wide wing for greater efficiency. Backed by venture capital, Elysian aims to bring its innovative concept to market by the early 2030s.

 

Fokker Services Group is a global aerospace service provider with over a century of Dutch aviation heritage. Specializing in MRO solutions, it supports regional, commercial, and military aircraft with engineering, component repair, and fleet optimization. With facilities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Fokker Services Group is dedicated to enhancing aircraft reliability and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry.

AeroDelft is a TU Delft student team developing liquid hydrogen-powered aircraft to demonstrate the feasibility of emission-free aviation. Through Project Phoenix, they are retrofitting a Sling 4 with hydrogen fuel cells to showcase sustainable flight technology. By collaborating with industry partners, AeroDelft is driving innovation and inspiring the next generation of aerospace engineers.

 

Aerohauler is developing a blended wing body cargo aircraft to enhance efficiency, capacity, and sustainability in air freight. By leveraging advanced materials and propulsion, the company aims to reduce emissions and revolutionize air logistics with a greener, more cost-effective solution.

ParaPy is a cloud platform that automates multidisciplinary design and optimization with a Python-based SDK. It enables parametric modeling, simulation, and workflow orchestration, accelerating engineering processes across aerospace, maritime, and energy industries. By streamlining complex design tasks, ParaPy helps engineers save time, reduce costs, and optimize results.

 

 

The Aerospace Innovation Hub at TU Delft supports early-stage aerospace entrepreneurship, connecting startups with expertise, research, and a strong industry network. With a focus on space, sustainable aviation, and drones, it fosters innovation and accelerates breakthrough technologies.

 

Dassault Systèmes is a leading French multinational software company that transforms industries with advanced 3D design, simulation, and product lifecycle management solutions; evolving from its aerospace roots, it has become a global pioneer in virtual twin technologies that empower sustainable innovation across manufacturing, life sciences, and infrastructure. Its flagship 3DEXPERIENCE platform unifies design, simulation, and manufacturing into a collaborative environment that drives efficiency, digital transformation, and a commitment to sustainability and human-centric progress.