Morell Westermann speaker – Suisse

Morell Westermann – Explorer | Futurist | Electric Aviation & Megatrends

Morell Westermann is a Swiss futurist, engineer, electric aviation pioneer, and internationally sought-after keynote speaker who lives at the intersection of technology, human ingenuity, and sustainable innovation.

From an early age, he has been fascinated by flight, engineering, and the transformative power of technology. Trained as an engineer, Morell combined his technical expertise with his passion for aviation to become one of the world’s leading figures in electric flight and future mobility. Today, he serves as a Partner at Future Matters, where he researches megatrends and supports organizations in navigating the profound changes shaping business, society, and our planet.

He gained international recognition for spearheading and piloting the Electric World Record Flight (Elektro-Weltrekordflug)—a pioneering project that pushed the limits of electric aviation. With a small team of innovators, he flew from the Alps to the North Sea in a fully electric aircraft, achieving six official world records and multiple “world’s firsts.” The flight was not just a technical demonstration but a bold statement about the viability of climate-neutral aviation and the future of sustainable mobility.

Morell is also known for his formation flight with the Swiss Air Force, where six electric planes flew together over Lake Zurich, setting another world record for the largest formation of electric aircraft. These groundbreaking projects have been covered by international media, featured on Swiss and German television, and highlighted in sustainability and mobility forums worldwide.

Beyond aviation, Morell positions himself as an “Explorer of the Future.” His keynote work focuses on megatrends, including robotics, artificial intelligence, automation, and the energy transition. He draws direct connections between technological innovation and real-world application, showing how individuals, companies, and societies can harness change instead of fearing it.

🏆 Notable Achievements

• Pioneer of Electric Aviation – Set 6 official World Records in electric flight, including distance, altitude, and efficiency benchmarks.

• First Electric Alps-to-North Sea Flight – Led and piloted the historic Elektro-Weltrekordflug, demonstrating the feasibility of long-distance, climate-neutral aviation.

• Largest Electric Aircraft Formation – Partnered with the Swiss Air Force to achieve a world record with a synchronized flight of six electric planes over Lake Zurich.

• Innovation Leader at Future Matters – Partner and futurist advising companies and organizations on megatrends, robotics, AI, and sustainable energy.

• Media Recognition – Featured on SRF Swiss TV, German television, and international outlets, showcasing electric aviation and future mobility.

• Infotainment Innovator – Creator of the keynote stage format “Mensch, Maschine!”, blending live storytelling, technology, and immersive visuals for 90-minute shows.

• Renowned Keynote Speaker – Delivered presentations at leading international conferences, corporate summits, and innovation forums across Europe and beyond.

• Explorer Category Speaker – Recognized for extreme pioneering achievements that connect technical breakthroughs with inspiring human stories.