Join the Master for an evening of fellowship and friendship at the Aerospace Industry Dinner 2025 at the impressive surroundings of Barber-Surgeons’ Hall, well known as a hall of secluded luxury in the heart of the City. The hall has an amazing array of art and antiques dating back to Tudor times, including a painting commissioned by Henry VIII by Hans Holbein. It also stands next to remains of the Roman Wall, an amazing piece of London’s history.
The Master will present awards to a group of talented young people hoping to forge their careers in the aerospace industry.
We are delighted to have Simon Barnes, Group Managing Director of the air sector of BAE Systems as our guest speaker. Simon has held senior appointments in UK’s largest defence supplier for 26 years and now leads the BAES division responsible for the multi-billion-pound Global Combat Aircraft Programme and hugely successful Typhoon fighter, as well as chairing MBDA, Europe’s largest complex weapons manufacturer. He will give us a unique insight into the opportunities and challenges facing an industry at the cutting edge of aerospace technology. Simon is also an enthusiastic follower of Formula 1, so has much in common with many Coachmakers.
We will also be entertained by Corinne Hart who is a professionally trained classical soprano with a diverse range of vocal abilities. She trained at the Royal Academy of Music and has sung many roles across the UK and Europe. Her professional profile includes her work as a reporter for the Forces radio station in Gibraltar and her performances in various operas and musicals across the world.
Reception: 6.30pm for 7.30pm Dinner
Carriages: 10.45pm
Dress: Black tie or Service Dress with decorations