The Farnborough International Airshow 2008 will be the biggest event ever in its 60-year history in terms of exhibition space and exhibitor numbers, the organizers said on its website. The total number of exhibitors is over 1,500, a 5% increase on last year; 39 countries will be represented, with 29 international and regional pavilions, while there are likely to be 140,000 business visitors attending the show on July 14-18.
Russia has been showcasing its civilian products at the show since 1984 and its military aircraft since 1988. Sergei Chemezov, head of Russian Technologies Corporation will address a press conference on Tuesday. (rian.ru)