ADSE set to soar in 2017 after successful exhibition in 2016
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HON. NAVDEEP BAINS ANNOUNCES INNOVATION AGENDA ACTION AREAS
Ottawa (Ontario), June 14, 2016 – Today the Honourable Navdeep Bains announced six action areas that will guide the government’s development of a national Innovation Agenda. Those areas are: promoting an entrepreneurial and creative society supporting global science excellence building world-leading clusters and partnerships growing companies and accelerating clean growth competing in a digital world improving ease of doing business The government will be conducting public engagement opportunities throughout the summer, which will be followed by the creation of an action plan later in the year. Jim Quick, President & CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada, issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement: On behalf of the Board and members of AIAC, I am pleased to see the government’s commitment to prioritizing Canadian innovation as a key means of creating economic opportunity and prosperity. As our nation’s leading industrial investor in research and development and a globally-integrated exporter of highly innovative Canadian products and technologies, Canada’s aerospace industry serves as a shining example of the opportunity that innovative products and manufacturing processes can create. We commend Minister Bains and his colleagues on the development of the Innovation Agenda, and we look forward to working with the government in the months ahead to identify how Canada’s aerospace sector can contribute to a prosperous, innovative Canada for all. Associated Links: Government Press Release Government Backgrounder About AIAC: AIAC is the national association representing Canada’s aerospace manufacturing and services sector. As the world’s fifth-largest aerospace industry, Canada’s aerospace sector contributes over $29B to the economy in GDP, exports 80% of its output, and dedicates over 20% of its activity to research and development (R&D). Aerospace is responsible for the employment of 180,000 Canadians. For information: Kristen VanderHoek Director of Communications Aerospace Industries Association of Canada 613 232-4297 x225 kvanderhoek@aiac.ca
AIAC Announces Appointment of Interim Vice President, AIAC Pacific
Vancouver (British Columbia), December 21, 2015 – Today Jim Quick, President and CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC), announced that it has appointed Dwayne Lucas as Interim Vice President of AIAC’s Pacific division while the association conducts a search for a permanent replacement forJay Teichroeb. Mr. Teichroeb, who has led AIAC Pacific since it was founded in 2013, is departing the association at the end of December. Previously the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Cascade Aerospace and a Brigadier General in the Royal Canadian Air Force, Mr. Lucas is a longstanding leader in the British Columbia aerospace industry. Mr. Lucas currently serves as the Regional Director for the Consortium for Aerospace Research and Innovation (CARIC) in British Columbia. He is also closely involved in the development of the Aerospace, Defence and Security Expo (ADSE), which AIAC Pacific hosts each August in conjunction with the Abbotsford Air Show. “We are very pleased that Mr. Lucas has agreed to lead AIAC Pacific while we continue our search,” said Mr. Quick. “Dwayne’s in-depth knowledge of the industry and history of leadership in the BC aerospace community make him an excellent choice, and we look forward to working with him over the months ahead.” “I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Jay Teichroeb for his service to our association and industry. Jay’s leadership was instrumental to the creation of AIAC Pacific and to our work with the Province of British Columbia in establishing a unified aerospace industry in BC. His deep knowledge of the BC business community and his strategic vision for the association has greatly benefited our membership, and he will be missed,” added Mr. Quick. About AIAC: AIAC is the national association representing Canada’s aerospace manufacturing and services sector. As the world’s fifth-largest aerospace industry, Canada’s aerospace sector contributes over $29B to the economy in GDP, exports 80% of its output, and dedicates over 20% of its activity to research and development (R&D). Aerospace is responsible for the employment of 180,000 Canadians. About AIAC Pacific: The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada created AIAC Pacific with a mandate to promote and develop aerospace business in BC by acting as an advocate and facilitator among industry and government. AIAC Pacific speaks with a cohesive voice for the industry; it provides access for BC companies to national and international programs; and, it aims to develop a strong relationship with the provincial government. AIAC Pacific has a unique relationship with AIAC in that it is the only provincial entity managed by the national association. For information: Kristen VanderHoek Director of Communications Aerospace Industries Association of Canada 613 232-4297 x225, kvanderhoek@aiac.ca
ADSE 2015 Draws Record Attendance
ADSE 2015 draws record attendance The Aerospace, Defence & Security Expo (ADSE), August 6-7, 2015 in Abbotsford featured two days of topical industry panels, exhibits, workshops, and guest speakers, capped off with spectacular chalet seating for a twilight performance of the Abbotsford International Airshow. ADSE 2015 was attended by just over 400 delegates representing 178 participating companies and organizations – both numbers up from the previous year. The trade show featured 37 exhibitors, including a stand-alone UAV display which proved popular with attendees. The packed program had something for every delegate, with workshops and panel discussions focusing on key business challenges including: Securing a place in the supply chain for small-to-medium sized companies Partnering with the academic community in addressing aerospace R&D challenges Responding to the rapidly changing needs of the commercial aerospace sector Developing regulations to safely integrate UAVs into Canada’s airspace Aligning BC’s unique capabilities with Canada’s defence ITB requirements Utilizing federal and provincial development agencies to attract new business and investment Finding employees with the right skills and education to meet future challenges Bolstering your business to protect against cyber-attacks Panel discussions were highlighted by commentary from OEM representatives like Boeing’s Gary Koessler (“We must ensure delivery to customers. Supply disruption hurts when you are running so fast…”), Airbus’s Joe Marcheschi (“The companies we’re interested in doing business with are good at managing risk and capacity planning…”), and Viking’s Dave Curtis (“BC needs to leverage off of set commitments, think outside the box and develop products that we can market globally…”). In addition, welcoming remarks and keynote addresses were provided by a number of prominent business and political figures including: Pat Dewar, Executive Vice President, Lockheed Martin International Mike Greenley, Vice President and General Manager, CAE Canada Melanie Jordan, Chief Operating Officer, Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance Hon. Ed Fast, MP, Abbotsford Hon. Mike de Jong, Minister of Finance, Province of British Columbia Hon. Amrik Virk, Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services, Province of British Columbia Greg Kyllo, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Job, Tourism and Skills Training, Province of British Columbia His Worship Henry Braun, Mayor, City of Abbotsford The day-two schedule also featured announcements by a host of ADSE participants including: The Consortium for Aerospace Research and Innovation in Canada (CARIC) The Green Aviation Research and Development Network (GARDN) Urthecast OMX KF Aerospace Brican Automated Systems MTU Maintenance Aerospace Industries Association of Canada AIAC Pacific Review the full list of participating companies and organizations at ADSE 2015. View photos from ADSE 2015. Download this info in PDF. AIAC Pacific thanks all partners, sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and delegates for contributing to the success of ADSE 2015. ADSE 2016 is scheduled for August 11 & 12, 2016 at Tradex in Abbotsford. See you next year!
Twin Otter 50th Anniversary Celebration Tour to Visit More Than a Dozen Northern Canadian Communities
The tour will commence July 1 as part of the City of Victoria’s Canada Day festivities, where a fleet of Viking aircraft will fly over the “Living Flag” display on the lawn of the Victoria Legislature. The aircraft will then depart on July 2 for a two-and-a-half week flying tour to the North. Read More.
Regional Stakeholders in Canada’s Aerospace Sector Join Forces to Energize R&D
From coast to coast, Canadian aerospace stakeholders are joining forces to take R&D to new heights and become even more innovative. Five regional organizations have joined the Consortium for Aerospace Research and Innovation in Canada (CARIC) to lead the industry, universities, research centres and colleges in collaborative research projects and develop cutting-edge technology. Read More.
Ready for Takeoff
Featured in the November 17 issue of The Globe and Mail: Leadership in Aerospace. Approximately 36,000 new aircraft are expected to be built worldwide over the next 20 years at a cost of around $5.2-trillion, and Canada’s aerospace sector wants a chunk of that change. Read more…
Canada, China, and Aerospace
Trade Commissioner Service presentation on Chinese Aerospace Market Beijing-based Canadian Trade Commissioner Heidi Wang delivered a presentation about the emerging Chinese aerospace industry and market to a group of aerospace industry and government representatives in Abbotsford on March 4, 2015. Please click the following link to download and view the presentation: Canada-China-Aerospace-March 4