VÆRIDION and BOSCH AVIATION TECHNOLOGY, part of the BOSCH Group have entered into a strategic partnership focused on advancing next-generation aviation solutions for regional aviation sector. The collaboration was announced yesterday at the AERO Friedrichshafen.
At the heart of the partnership is VÆRIDION’s all-electric Microliner—a nine-passenger-plus-crew aircraft engineered for distances up to 400 kilometres under IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) conditions. Bosch will contribute its deep-rooted expertise in electric mobility, power electronics, and battery management systems to support the development of the Microliner, which is poised to revolutionise regional air travel.
Bosch’s General Aviation Technology division will also use the Microliner as a platform to test and validate cutting-edge aviation-grade components, including advanced sensors and control systems. This collaboration underscores the growing synergies between the two companies, building on their existing relationship through the Bosch Collaboration Campus, where VÆRIDION established a dedicated battery development lab in 2024.
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Download free sample pages“VÆRIDION’s ambitions to advance regional flight align seamlessly with our dedication to pioneering next-generation aviation solutions,” said a spokesperson from Bosch. “With our proven expertise in electric mobility and aviation technologies, we’re helping drive the future of more efficient and sustainable regional aircraft.”
The Microliner represents VÆRIDION’s bold vision for the future of regional mobility: a fully electric aircraft built on trusted aerospace technologies, designed to provide a low-emissions alternative to conventional short-haul flights. The partnership with Bosch is expected to accelerate the aircraft’s journey toward certification and commercial deployment.
“We are thrilled to be adding Bosch to our growing base of world-class suppliers as we pave the way towards certification,” said Markus Kochs-Kämper, Chief Technology Officer of VÆRIDION. “Their expertise in General Aviation and electric mobility will enable us to achieve our business objectives at an even faster pace. Together, we are reshaping regional air mobility in Europe—connecting regions efficiently, cost-effectively, and with zero emissions.”
This MoU signifies a major milestone in both companies’ commitment to sustainable innovation and reinforces their leadership in driving forward the electrification of aviation.
