42 Royal Aeronautical Society / Handbook 2018 / Corporate Partners The RAeS is the only professional body dedicated to the entire aerospace community. It retains a sense of history and tradition, while maintaining its energy and relevance and ability to contribute to today’s environment and is ideally placed to face the challenges of the future. By joining the Society’s Corporate Partner Scheme, your organisation aligns itself to the Charter of the Royal Aeronautical Society and demonstrates a commitment to professional development of engineering and technical staff within the aerospace community. AIM The aim of the Corporate Partner Scheme is to bring together organisations to promote best practice within the international aerospace sector. With over 300 Corporate Partners worldwide, the scheme provides a respected and recognised independent forum of discussion and information exchange on issues facing the aerospace sector, as well as providing unique networking opportunities with influential figures in the industry, government and public sector. Key benefits include: CONFERENCES AND EVENTS Unrivalled networking and promotional opportunities are available through attending, sponsoring or exhibiting at RAeS events, including conferences, lectures, briefings and social occasions. CORPORATE PARTNER BRIEFINGS AND EVENTS Exclusive to Corporate Partners and specially invited guests, these events are very well attended at the highest levels of the aerospace industry and prove a most popular form of networking. Briefings are free of charge and corporate events are at RAeS Corporate Partner Scheme The Society now has over 300 Corporate Partners, 24,344 individual members and is host to over 100 events each year at the Society’s London HQ and 300 via its global Branches, Divisions and Specialist Committees, making it arguably the most influential aerospace society worldwide. beneficial Corporate Partner rates. Please visit the Corporate Partner section of the RAeS website to find out more (www. aerosociety.com/corporate CONFERENCES, EVENTS, LECTURES, SPECIALIST GROUPS & BRANCH MEETINGS The Society has an extensive diary of events many of which are free to attend or are at a reduced rate for Corporate Partners. Please visit the Events Section of the RAeS website (www.aerosociety.com/ events) to access the latest activities and select those specifically of interest. The RAeS also welcomes Corporate Partner participation in events through nomination of keynote speakers or session chairs within the conference and lecture programme. ANNUAL BANQUET AT PREFERENTIAL RATES Held at a prestigious London venue each May, the Society’s Annual Presidential Banquet is one of the most important social functions in the aerospace calendar, attracting over 600 guests. Corporate Partner members are able to book corporate tables at substantially preferential rates. CORPORATE PARTNER GRADUATE/ APPRENTICE TRAINING SCHEME Corporate Partners who manage their own training scheme may wish to access special graduate/apprenticeship packages associated with the Society’s high profile conferences. For more details contact the Conference & Events Department [email protected]PROFILE RECOGNITION LIST OF CURRENT CORPORATE PARTNERS Your organisation will be included in the current list of RAeS Corporate Partners joining the elite of the aerospace industry committed to best practice, heritage and innovation. A full Corporate Partner listing may be found on the RAeS website and in the RAeS Handbook. RAeS HANDBOOK Annually published at the beginning of the year, the RAeS Handbook is an aide-mémoire to all Corporate Partners highlighting the activities of its membership and the Society’s activities and links in the international arena. As a Corporate Partner you will receive a hard copy of this publication and a free listing in the Corporate Partner Section. FREE NOTICE IN ‘ AEROSPACE’ MONTHLY MEMBERS’ PUBLICATION In lieu of the 2018 publication of this Handbook, the Society would be delighted to publish a short description (up to 100 words) highlighting your organisation’s activities, in the next edition of AEROSPACE as well as taking the opportunity to announce your Corporate Partner membership status to all its readers. USE OF RAeS CORPORATE PARTNER LOGO As a Corporate Partner you are invited to use the RAeS official Corporate Partner logo and thus reflect your commitment to best practice within the aerospace industry. SPONSORSHIP AND ADVERTISING There are a number of occasions where individual organisations may wish to raise their profile and be associated with a specific Corporate Partner event, Society conference or Lecture, or to advertise in our monthly publication, AEROSPACE at a reduced rate.
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The RAeS is the only professional body dedicated to the entire aerospace community.
It retains a sense of history and tradition, while maintaining its energy and relevance and ability to contribute to today’s environment and is ideally placed to face the challenges of the future.
By joining the Society’s Corporate Partner Scheme, your organisation aligns itself to the Charter of the Royal Aeronautical Society and demonstrates a commitment to professional development of engineering and technical staff within the aerospace community.
AIM
The aim of the Corporate Partner Scheme is to bring together organisations to promote best practice within the international aerospace sector. With over 300 Corporate Partners worldwide, the scheme provides a respected and recognised independent forum of discussion and information exchange on issues facing the aerospace sector, as well as providing unique networking opportunities with influential figures in the industry, government and public sector. Key benefits include:
CONFERENCES AND EVENTS
Unrivalled networking and promotional opportunities are available through attending, sponsoring or exhibiting at RAeS events, including conferences, lectures, briefings and social occasions.
CORPORATE PARTNER BRIEFINGS AND EVENTS
Exclusive to Corporate Partners and specially invited guests, these events are very well attended at the highest levels of the aerospace industry and prove a most popular form of networking. Briefings are free of charge and corporate events are at
RAeS Corporate Partner SchemeThe Society now has over 300 Corporate Partners, 24,344 individual members and is host to over 100 events each year at the Society’s London HQ and 300 via its global Branches, Divisions and Specialist Committees, making it arguably the most influential aerospace society worldwide.
beneficial Corporate Partner rates. Please visit the Corporate Partner section of the RAeS website to find out more (www.aerosociety.com/corporate
CONFERENCES, EVENTS, LECTURES, SPECIALIST GROUPS & BRANCH MEETINGS
The Society has an extensive diary of events many of which are free to attend or are at a reduced rate for Corporate Partners. Please visit the Events Section of the RAeS website (www.aerosociety.com/events) to access the latest activities and select those specifically of interest. The RAeS also welcomes Corporate Partner participation in events through nomination of keynote speakers or session chairs within the conference and lecture programme.
ANNUAL BANQUET AT PREFERENTIAL RATES
Held at a prestigious London venue each May, the Society’s Annual Presidential Banquet is one of the most important social functions in the aerospace calendar, attracting over 600 guests. Corporate Partner members are able to book corporate tables at substantially preferential rates.
CORPORATE PARTNER GRADUATE/APPRENTICE TRAINING SCHEME
Corporate Partners who manage their own training scheme may wish to access special graduate/apprenticeship packages associated with the Society’s high profile conferences. For more details contact the Conference & Events Department [email protected]
PROFILE RECOGNITION
LIST OF CURRENT CORPORATE PARTNERS
Your organisation will be included in the current list of RAeS Corporate Partners
joining the elite of the aerospace industry committed to best practice, heritage and innovation. A full Corporate Partner listing may be found on the RAeS website and in the RAeS Handbook.
RAeS HANDBOOK
Annually published at the beginning of the year, the RAeS Handbook is an aide-mémoire to all Corporate Partners highlighting the activities of its membership and the Society’s activities and links in the international arena. As a Corporate Partner you will receive a hard copy of this publication and a free listing in the Corporate Partner Section.
FREE NOTICE IN ‘AEROSPACE’ MONTHLY MEMBERS’ PUBLICATION
In lieu of the 2018 publication of this Handbook, the Society would be delighted to publish a short description (up to 100 words) highlighting your organisation’s activities, in the next edition of AEROSPACE as well as taking the opportunity to announce your Corporate Partner membership status to all its readers.
USE OF RAeS CORPORATE PARTNER LOGO
As a Corporate Partner you are invited to use the RAeS official Corporate Partner logo and thus reflect your commitment to best practice within the aerospace industry.
SPONSORSHIP AND ADVERTISING
There are a number of occasions where individual organisations may wish to raise their profile and be associated with a specific Corporate Partner event, Society conference or Lecture, or to advertise in our monthly publication, AEROSPACE at a reduced rate.
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To find out more or to discuss joining the Royal Aeronautical Society Corporate Partner scheme please Contact: Simon Levy, Head of Business Development, at: [email protected]
PUBLICATIONS
RAeS PUBLICATIONS
Corporate Partners receive complimentary copies of the Royal Aeronautical Society’s monthly publications: AEROSPACE and The Aeronautical Journal. In addition, all Corporate Partners have a unique login to the Society’s website that provides access to all our publications (online only) dating back to c.2003. This now allows all Corporate Partner employees access to the latest issues and archives of our leading publications.
THE ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
Corporate Partners enjoy a substantial discount of 15% when purchasing the complete set of The Encyclopaedia of Aerospace Engineering. Published by John Wiley & Sons, the publication covers nine volumes with over circa 6,000 pages and is arguably the most authoritative work of its kind. The Royal Aeronautical Society has endorsed the publication and negotiated a special rate for Corporate Partner members.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION FOR EMPLOYEES
The Society encourages best-practice across the aerospace industry through professional recognition of individual skills, experience and qualifications as well as the opportunity to register with the Engineering Council. RAeS post-nominal designations are internationally recognised and respected, confirming achievement of expertise. Membership and registration levels include:> Associate (ARAeS)> Associate Member (AMRAeS)> Member (MRAeS)> Fellow (FRAeS) or Companion (CRAeS)> Chartered Engineer (CEng)> Incorporated Engineer (IEng)> Engineering Technician (EngTech)For more information please visit www.aerosociety.com/join. To discuss general
benefits of membership, contact the Membership Team at [email protected]. For enquiries about grades of membership or Engineering Council registration, contact [email protected].
DISCOUNTED JOINING FEES
Employees of Corporate Partners receive a financial incentive when applying for individual membership of the Society. In this instance RAeS will not charge the initial entry fee normally applicable for applications for Fellow (FRAeS), Companion (CRAeS) and Member (MRAeS).
FREE ACCREDITATION COSTS
The Society is licensed to accredit academic programmes that provide the exemplifying level of understanding, knowledge and skills to underpin professional competence to help graduates on their way to registration with the Engineering Council. Corporate Partners benefit from free accreditation of their professional development schemes, worth £1,000 + VAT.
RAeS CAREERS CENTRE
The Society has an established Careers Centre which runs a number of initiatives to promote aerospace, aviation and STEM subjects to young people, as well as provide guidance and advice to those seeking employment in the sector. For more information on supporting our educational initiatives please contact the Careers and Education Manager Ros Azouzi at [email protected].
CAREERS IN AEROSPACE WEBSITE
ADS and the RAeS maintain www.careersinaerospace.com which aims to showcase the aerospace industry to young people, their teachers, parents and careers advisors and provide in-depth and inspirational careers information, guidance and resources. The RAeS will create an entry for Corporate Partners in the directory.
RECRUITMENT
If you are looking to reach thousands of potential applicants around the world, the
RAeS offer discounted rates for Corporate Partners to post jobs on our dedicated website, www.aerosocietyjobs.com
ACCESS TO RAeS FACILITIES
USE OF THE NATIONAL AEROSPACE LIBRARY, FARNBOROUGH
Located at the Hub in Farnborough, the Society’s National Aerospace Library houses over 100,000 books and publications and is probably the largest aeronautical archive in Europe. Corporate Partners may take advantage of free of charge research using the Library’s experienced staff and have access to other special volumes.
USE OF RAeS HQ FACILITIES
No.4 Hamilton Place is open all year, five days a week, except for standard UK Bank Holidays and the period between Christmas and the New Year.The Members’ Lounge located on the second floor is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm to members and their guests. Facilities include:> Full complimentary internet access; and> Innovative bar food menu
THE AIRBUS BUSINESS SUITE
Comprises a fully equipped business lounge and three meeting rooms. One meeting room (Toulouse Room) is free to Corporate Partners, while other rooms in the Business Suite are available to Corporate Partners at a 50% room hire discount.
DISCOUNTED ROOM HIRE
In addition all RAeS Corporate Partners receive 20% off venue hire of the main reception rooms at No.4 Hamilton Place, including the Bill Boeing Lecture Theatre.
FINANCIAL VALUE
Annual Corporate Partner membership fees depend on annual aerospace turnover, starting from as little as £1,058 + VAT and ranging in a five tier structure.
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AAR1100 N Dale Road, Wood Dale, Illinois 60191United States of America+1 630 227 [email protected]
Contact: Paul RichardsonAAR is an independent provider of aviation services to commercial and government customers in over 100 countries. Incorporated in 1955, the Company today has revenues of approximately $1.8bn with more than 5,000 employees in over 20 countries.
AAR’s aftermarket expertise and award-winning market solutions, which can be integrated or leveraged separately to help customers increase efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining high levels of quality, service and safety. We are a trusted partner to airlines, militaries and OEMs delivering competitiveness so they can focus on transporting passengers, cargo and parts around the world.
ABU DHABI UNIVERSITYKhalifa City B, Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates+971 2 501 [email protected]
Contact: Gerhard HuettigAbu Dhabi University (ADU) is a private, multi campus university dedicated to meeting the needs for educational opportunities in the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring countries. ADU is internationally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) in the USA. The university seeks and capitalises upon opportunities to cooperate with peer institutions worldwide; and applies state-of-the-art learning technologies in modern facilities. The Aviation Department within the College of Engineering has currently about 450 students and is expanding its academic spectrum. Presently the vast majority of students are in the BSc Aviation programme. ADU also offers and MBA with a Concentration in Aviation Management. The programme is built on the University’s strategic partnership with Etihad Airways.
Contact: Bruce Thomson Accelerate Corporation is developing a digital portal Upstream Space Data Server to be hosted in Earth orbit.
Accelerate has a fast-growing space school Astro.School that invites young learners to join in large space data projects and then the science papers are published on social media and in a digital aerospace journal.
ADS GROUP Salamanca Square, 9 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SPUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7091 4500 [email protected] www.adsgroup.org.uk
Contact: Paul Everitt ADS is the premier trade organisation for all companies operating in the UK Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space sectors. ADS operate to create the best possible climate in which its Members can do business, including lobbying and media relations work alongside networking and other business-to-business activities.
Contact: Mark Butler Aero Sekur is a specialist supplier of safety and protection systems to the global aerospace, space and defence markets. Core competency is the design of advanced engineered structures using flexible materials.
Products for aerospace include liferaft/flotation systems, flexible fuel tanks and a ground-breaking Non-Pyrotechnic Inflation System. A space portfolio features planetary landing systems; planetary and orbital habitats; sample capture/return and inflatable greenhouse structures.
Contact: Josef Sonsky Aero Vodochody a.s. is the largest aerospace manufacturer in the Czech Republic, mainly focusing on co-operation with leading aerospace manufacturers in international aerostructure projects: e.g Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (S-76 helicopter), Embraer (KC-390 fixed leading-edge development, rear fuselage, doors), Alenia Aermacchi (C-27J Spartan centre wing box), Sonaca (Bombardier CSeries fixed leading-edge development and production), Latecoere (Embraer 170/190 door subassemblies), Saab (JAS-39 Gripen weapon pylons), Messier-Bugatti-Dowty (A320 MLG side stays), EADS (A320/349 subassemblies), etc. Historically, Aero Vodochody has been the largest producers of jet training aircraft and continues providing support to several air forces globally.
Contact: Mike Miller-Smith Aerobility is a registered charity that aims to use the challenges of flight and exposure to aviation as a tool for improving the lives of those with a disability. Whatever the age or whatever the disability, be it physical, learning or mental, or an injury acquired in conflict – Aerobility gives everyone the chance to fly and participate in aviation-orientated activities. Aerobility operates adapted aircraft, supporting equipment and specialist instruction to ensure access for all. The charity also acts as a representative body for disabled aviators working with regulators and the aerospace industry to promote access and awareness.
AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY OF INDIA 13-B Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi 110002India +91 11 23370058 [email protected]
Contact: Ashok Bushan The Aeronautical Society of India was founded in 1948 with the objective to promote the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of aeronautical sciences and aircraft engineering, as well as elevation of the aeronautical profession. The Society has 16 Branches at all the important
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centres of aviation and aerospace in the country. Its membership of more than 10,000 is drawn from all major aeronautical establishments.
AERONAUTICS SYSTEMS COMPETENCY, CSIR DPSS, CSIR PO Box 395, Brummeria, Pretoria 0001South Africa +27 12 841 4229 [email protected]
Contact: Kavendra Naidoo South Africa’s CSIR Aeronautic Systems Competency is focused on aerodynamic analysis, design, development and simulation, wind-tunnel testing, aero elasticity services, structural analysis and aircraft stores clearance. Facilities include high, medium and low-speed wind tunnels, water tunnels, cascade test facility, turbine test facility, UAS integration laboratory, simulation laboratory and a ground vibration test facility. Typical activities include NDT, helicopter structural and aerodynamic technologies, gas turbine engine technologies, air weapons flow and structural characterisation, store carriage and release prediction, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), international ground vibration testing (GVT), flutter analysis and prediction, flutter flight test software and hardware systems, faster than real-time mission simulations, real-time flight simulations, mechanical weapons and store integration and aircraft structures technology.
AEROSPACE AUSTRALIA LTD Airshows Downunder, PO Box 4095, Geelong VicAustralia +61 3 5282 0500 [email protected]/
Contact: Ian Honnery The biennial Australian International AirShow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition at Avalon, Australia comprises two separate, but concurrent, events – the Australian International Airshow and the Australian International Aerospace & Defence Exposition.
They are organised respectively by Aviation Development Australia Limited and Aerospace Australia Limited.
Both are not-for-profit foundations, established to promote the development of Australia’s industrial, manufacturing and information/communications technology resources in the aviation, aerospace and defence sectors.
AEROSPACE TEAM – DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ETUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7215 1128 [email protected] www.bis.gov.uk
Contact: Roger Bourne The Aerospace Hub works with industry through
the Aerospace Growth Partnership to tackle barriers to growth, boost exports and grow high value jobs. This includes supporting investment in R&D through the £3.9bn Government/industry funding commitment out to 2026, supported by the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI); the £250m ‘Sharing in Growth’ intensive supplier performance improvement programme; and the £48m National Aerospace Technology Exploitation Programme now supported by the ATI. More widely:
BEIS brings together responsibilities for business, industrial strategy, science, innovation, energy and climate change.
AEROSUD HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD Corner of Van Ryneveld Ave & Van Der Spuy Str, Pierre Van Ryneveld, Pretoria 0157South Africa +27 12 662 5000 [email protected]
Contact: Rob Jonkers Aerosud consists of three operating companies, Aerosud Aviation, Aerosud Aerospace Systems, Aerosud Innovation and Training Centre. Aerosud Aerospace Systems specialises in aeromechanical engineering programmes involving aircraft refurbishments, upgrades and airframe integration of avionics, weapons and electronic warfare installations.
Aerosud Aviation consists of two business streams. The Fabrication business stream specialises in the design and manufacture of high volumes of fabricated sheet metal parts and assemblies for major OEMs. The Composites business stream specialises in the design, certification and production of Interiors products, both for after-market refurbishment as well as new products to major OEMs. One of the new composite products Aerosud Aviation is involved is the manufacture of primary structure PEEK fuselage clips for the A350.
Aerosud Innovation and Training Centre has two objectives, firstly to train individuals in the skills required in the aerospace industry, and secondly the centre is also a think tank for developing new technologies in design and manufacturing techniques. The Innovation Centre is also involved in the design and manufacture of a new reconnaissance aircraft known as AHRLAC.
AERTEC SOLUTIONS LTD Rossmore Business Village, 10 Inward Way, Unit 4, Ellesmere Port, Chester CH65 3EYUnited Kingdom+44 (0)7780 436 466 [email protected]
Contact: Matthew Horsman AERTEC Solutions is an international engineering and consultancy firm specialised in aeronautics. It was founded in 1997 and today carries out activities in the aviation sector, the aeronautical industry and aerospace & defence systems.
Our project references cover more than 100 airports in 40 countries across five continents. We are the most aeronautical of airport engineering and consultancy firms.
We are currently a Tier 1 supplier for Airbus Group for manufacturing engineering services and programme management in the world’s largest aerospace programmes, such as the A350 XWB, the A400M, A320 or A330MRTT, among others.
AERTEC Solutions designs aerospace systems for aircraft, unmanned aerial platforms and high dynamic vehicles, both for commercial and for military use. Our products include lightweight tactical RPAS vehicles, designed in-house with our own technology. These products include the TARSIS 75 and TARSIS 25, for observation and surveillance missions.
Our workforce is made up of over 500 professional aeronautics experts, with offices in Spain, the UK, France, Portugal, Colombia and the United States.
AFFINITY FLYING TRAINING SERVICES LTD Hill Park Court, Springfield Drive, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7NLUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1400 222030 [email protected] www.affinityFTS.co.uk
Contact: Iain Chalmers Affinity supports UK military air capability by playing a key part in the seamless progression of pilots through flight training.
Under a landmark partnering programme with the UK Ministry of Defence, Affinity supplies and supports three fleets of aircraft (Grob 120TP, Embraer Phenom 100 and Beechcraft T6C) within the Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS). This includes fleet management and airworthiness, delivery of aircraft availability and complex programme management.
Affinity is a UK registered company and is a Joint Venture of Kellogg Brown & Root Limited (‘KBR’) and Elbit Systems (UK) Limited.
Contact: Nick Fadugba African Aviation Services Limited (AAS) was established by Nick Fadugba with the raison d’être of promoting aviation development in Africa. It is engaged in aviation consultancy, event management and publishing. Its consultancy services include business development, joint ventures, airline fleet and network development, aviation finance, leasing and maintenance advisory services, debt recovery, business facilitation, negotiation and arbitration, airline and airport marketing, international air services negotiations, airport slots procurement, cargo, ground handling and aircraft fuelling, advisory services and aircraft and engine repossession, etc.
AAS helped to pioneer African aviation publishing with the launch of African Aviation Magazine in 1990 and also helped pioneer international aviation conferences specifically tailored for Africa.
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AFRICAN BUSINESS AVIATION ASSOCIATION (AFBAA)PO Box 657, KigaliRwanda +251929005444 [email protected]
Contact: Dawit Lemma The African Business Aviation Association was launched in May 2012 to represent the interests of Africa’s aircraft owners, operators and suppliers to the Business Aviation community in a single voice. AfBAA has some 119 members. AfBAA’s primary objective is to promote the understanding and benefits that Business Aviation provides for the continent’s economic development and prosperity through advocacy. As an active, well-funded, professionally run organisation AfBAA is committed to increasing membership, raising awareness of the Association internally and externally in Africa and supporting all entities involved in business aviation in Africa.
AIR CHARTER SERVICE PLC Milbank House, 171 – 185 Ewell Road, Surbiton, Surrey KT6 6APUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 8339 1020 [email protected]
Contact: James LeachAir Charter Service is a global company with 20 worldwide offices, spanning all six major continents. ACS offers private jet, commercial airliner and cargo aircraft charters, as well as onboard courier solutions. The company arranges more than 12,500 contracts annually and our revenue is close to half a billion dollars. ACS was formed in 1990 by Chairman Chris Leach and CEO Justin Bowman in the basement of a house and now employs more than 400 staff worldwide.
AIR NEW ZEALAND LTD 185 Fanshawe Street, Private Bag 92007, Auckland 1147New Zealand +64 9 336 2914 [email protected]/
Contact: David MorganAir New Zealand is an international and domestic airline group which provides air passenger and cargo transport services within New Zealand, as well as to and from Australia, the South West Pacific, Asia, North America and the United Kingdom.
Air New Zealand also encompasses business units providing engineering and ground handling services. Subsidiaries extend to booking systems, travel wholesaling and retailing services.
AIR SERVICE TRAINING LTD Brahan Building, Perth College, Crieff Road, Perth PH1 2NXUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1738 877105
Contact: Robert Sutherland AST provides both approved and bespoke training solutions to the world’s airlines, MRO’s and military formations. AST has been in operation for over 85 years during which time it has trained over 30,000 civil and 40,000 military engineers from over 150 countries.
AST is approved to the EASA Part 147 Regulations under approval reference UK.147.0002, which includes approval for full basic licensing courses and examinations, for licence categories as follows:A1 Certifying Mechanic – Aeroplanes TurbineA2 Certifying Mechanic – Aeroplanes PistonA3 Certifying Mechanic – Helicopters TurbineB1.1 Certifying Technician – Aeroplanes TurbineB1.2 Certifying Technician – Aeroplanes PistonB1.3 Certifying Technician – Helicopters TurbineB2 Certifying Technician – Avionic
AIRBUS Wellington House, 125-130 Strand, London WC2R 0APUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7395 [email protected]
Contact: Jeremy Close Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2016, it generated revenues of €67bn and employed a workforce of around 134,000. This includes a 15,000 strong British workforce and a turnover generated from UK operations of close to £6bn, making the company a major contributor to the UK economy.
Airbus builds on a proud 100-year British heritage, designing and assembling the wings for our commercial aircraft in the UK. Airbus Defence and Space is the UK’s largest space company; a world-leader in cyber security; and the biggest supplier of large aircraft to the RAF, and Airbus Helicopters is the UK’s civil helicopter hub and a key supplier to the Ministry of Defence.
Airbus’ 450 apprentices, collaborations with more than 20 British universities and annual spend of £500m in UK R&D make it a champion of UK innovation and skills.
AIRBUS AUSTRALIA PACIFIC701 MacArthur Ave Central, Pinkenba, Queensland 4008Australia [email protected]
Contact: Nathan Pick Airbus in Australia Pacific is a part of Airbus, a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2016, Airbus generated revenues of €67bn and employed a workforce of around 134,000.
Airbus employs more than 1,750 people across 15 sites in Australia and New Zealand. With a long-standing presence in commercial aircraft and the largest market share in civilian and military helicopters, the company supports more than 500 aircraft across the Pacific and is well recognised as a leading through-life-support provider in military
fixed wing and helicopter platforms. We have been supplying earth observation satellite imagery to the Australian market for over 25 years and our fully integrated optical and radar satellite constellation enables daily acquisitions at high resolutions.
AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SOUTHERN AFRICA (PTY) LTD Nortwest Block, Grand Central Airport, New Road, Halfway House, Midrand, JohannesburgSouth Africa +27 11 266 2600
Contact: Lynne Carstens Airbus Helicopters Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd (ESAL) was formed in 1994 and has its headquarters at Grand Central Airport, Midrand. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of its parent company, Eurocopter S.A.S. ESAL, which currently has a staff complement of 86 employees mainly based at Grand Central Airport but also at its Cape Town branch, generated a turnover of R292 million in 2011.
AIRCRAFT RESEARCH ASSOCIATION LTD Manton Lane, Bellevue, Bedford MK41 7PFUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1234 324600 [email protected]/
Contact: Peter Curtis ARA is an independent research and development organisation providing a range of specialist services to the worldwide aerospace industry; ● Aerodynamic design and consultancy● Computational Fluid Dynamics● High precision wind tunnel model design and
manufacture● Transonic wind-tunnel testingThese capabilities provide our customers with a complete aerodynamic service from initial aerodynamic design and analysis through model design and manufacture to wind tunnel testing. Also, ARA’s aerodynamic expertise and advanced testing techniques provide specialist input to motor vehicle and wind turbine development.
ARA’s new test techniques and design capabilities are aimed at the requirements for the development of the next generation of aircraft. Many of these new services and facilities have been developed on programmes supported by the UK Aerospace Technology Institute.
Based in Bedford, 50 miles north of London, ARA has worked on many prestigious projects for the World’s major civil aircraft and defence system manufacturers. Our expanding global customer base extends from the west coast of America, across Europe, to the Far East of Asia.
AIRLINES UK 25 Southampton Buildings, London WC2A 1ALUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 3709 8935 [email protected] www.airlinesuk.org Contact: Tim Alderslade Airlines UK is the trade body for UK-registered airlines and other carriers with a major UK
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operation – with members representing all sectors of the industry. Our twelve members – British Airways, CargoLogicAir, DHL, easyJet, Flybe, Jet2.com, Norwegian UK, Ryanair, Thomas Cook, TUI Airways, Titan Airways and Virgin Atlantic – employ almost 90,000 people and served 265 million passengers and carried one million tonnes of cargo in 2016.
AIRMAP INC 1460 4th Street, Suite 304, Santa Monica, California 90401United States of America+1 209 728 5423 [email protected] www.airmap.com/
Contact: Richard Deakin Developed by experts in GIS, aviation and policy, AirMap’s cutting-edge technology transforms airspace below 500ft to provide accurate, reliable and trustworthy low-altitude navigational data and communication tools to the drone industry.
AIRPORT OPERATORS ASSOCIATION 3 Birdcage Walk, London SW1H 9JJUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7799 3171 [email protected] www.aoa.org.uk
Contact: Patricia Page The AOA influences governments and regulators, at national level, European and international levels to secure policy outcomes that contribute to conditions that promote sustainable growth in the airport sector.
Airservices is a government-owned organisation providing safe, secure, efficient and environmentally responsible services to the aviation industry. Each year, Airservices safely manages 11% of the world’s airspace where there are more than four million aircraft movements carrying more than 152 million passengers annually in the Australian flight information region. Airservices provides the aviation industry with telecommunications, aeronautical data, navigation services and aviation rescue fire-fighting services. Airservices has approximately 1,000 air traffic controllers working from two major centres in Melbourne and Brisbane, four terminal control units and 29 towers at international and regional airports.
ALIXPARTNERS 6 New Street Square, London EC4A 3BFUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7098 7400 [email protected] www.alixpartners.com
Contact: Eric Bernardini AlixPartners is a global firm of senior business and consulting professionals that specialise in improving corporate financial and operational performance, executing corporate turnarounds and providing litigation consulting and forensic accounting services when it really matters – in urgent, high-impact situations.
Our aerospace and defence team is deeply rooted in the industry and understands the unique strategic and operating challenges it faces. We solve complex challenges and create real results for our clients. We have earned a reputation for our hands-on problem-solving skills based on real-world operational, financial and analytical experience.
Our clients include large and middle market companies as well as their investors, creditors and other corporate stakeholders.
ALLIED AIR FORCES MEMORIAL & YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM Elvington, York, North Yorkshire YO41 4AUUnited Kingdom 01904 608595 [email protected]/
Contact: Ian Reed Recognised as the Allied Air Forces Memorial of Europe, this award-winning museum is located on the former site of RAF Elvington, a WW2 airfield used extensively by Allied bomber crews, uniquely including the only two French Squadrons of Bomber Command. A Registered Charity and Nationally Accredited Museum, we house significant Archives and Library, including the National Air Crew Association and Air Gunners Collections. Comprising of 15 indoor exhibitions; internationally acclaimed collection of over 60 historic aircraft and vehicles; a hands-on family area; ‘Astra’ cinema; NAAFI Restaurant; Gift Shop and impressive corporate facilities, we are a fascinating and dynamic attraction. Main activities are Memorial Ceremonies, live aircraft running days and education programme, including the ‘Reach for the Sky’ publication in association with RAeS.
Contact: Waleed Muhiddin We offer corporate and private aircraft maintenance (MRO), refurbishment and completion services, as well as aircraft management and charter operations. Our experienced management team and expert professional staff prove to be an exceptional force for meeting and exceeding the expectations and demands of our customers, international.
Contact: Lesley Smith Prime Air is a project from Amazon’s next-generation Research & Development lab. The goal of this future Amazon delivery system is to get packages into customers’ hands in 30 minutes or less using unmanned aerial vehicles.
AMDA PO Box 4095, Geelong, Victoria 3220Australia [email protected] Contact:Greg Ferguson Aerospace Maritime and Defence Foundation of Australia Limited is a not-for-profit corporation limited by guarantee and established to promote the development of aviation and Australian industrial, manufacturing and information/communications technology resources in the fields of aviation, aerospace, maritime and defence. To focus on each of these sectors, the Foundation has established three specialist not-for-profit operational subsidiaries – Aerospace Australia Limited, Maritime Australia Limited and Aviation Development Australia Limited. The mission is to promote the development of Australian industrial, manufacturing and information/communications technology resources through expositions, conferences and events.
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF AERONAUTICS AND ASTRONAUTICS 1801 Alexander Bell Drive, Reston, Virginia 20191-4377United States of America +1 703 264 7500 www.aiaa.org/
AIAA is the world’s largest technical society devoted to the global aerospace profession. With more than 35,000 individual members and 80 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space and defence.
Contact: Geert Boosten The Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences offers Bachelor of Engineering degrees in Aviation in two variants:1. Aviation Engineering (the technical aspects of the
aeroplane)2. Aviation Operations (transporting people and
cargo from A to B)Aviation Engineering focuses on Flight Operations, Maintenance and Repair & Overhaul. Aviation Operations encompasses Aviation Logistics, Air Transport Development and Security & Technology. We supplement coursework with guest lectures
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and internships and students must complete a final thesis project. Some choose to train as a pilot or air traffic controller and top students can apply for an Honours track in Aviation Engineering or Aviation Management.
Contact: Paul Rigby ARPAS UK is the professional trade association for remotely piloted aircraft systems in the UK. It is a not-for-profit association run by an elected committee. We represent the membership on a number of working groups, safety partnerships and industry co-ordination groups with the CAA, NATS and the DfT. All members are actively encouraged to be involved in our activities and we have a thriving support network. In addition to being a learned association we actively promote collaboration and business opportunities between members.
ASIAN BUSINESS AVIATION ASSOCIATION (ASBAA) Level 13, 68 Yee Wo Street, Causeway BayHong Kong +852 3182 7129 [email protected] www.asbaa.org
Contact: Thomas Warren Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) a non-profit organisation that seeks to promote and provide a platform for communication and awareness of Business Aviation’s contribution to the regional economies.
Our main goal is advocating the Asian Biz/Gen aviation industry with knowledge, expertise and experience on complex and current matters.
ASSYSTEM UK Club Street, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancs PR5 6FNUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1772 645000 [email protected] www.assystem.com
Contact: Robert Hemmings Assystem is an engineering services consultancy present in 19 countries with a global workforce of 11,000 employees. Having supplied innovative solutions to high-tech companies for over 45 years, Assystem has developed a first-class engineering organisation to support many of the Global Aerospace and Industrial companies around the world.
Assystem helps its customers to develop their products and infrastructures, managing them through their entire life cycle. Assystem Aerospace is active throughout the product engineering value chain, with capabilities ranging from concept design to in-service support.
Assystem employs approximately 1,750 engineers in the UK, located across the country with primary delivery centres in Bristol, Derby and Preston.
ATKINS The Hub, 500 Park Avenue, Aztec West, Almondsbury Business Park,Bristol BS32 4RZUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1454 662000 [email protected] www.atkinsglobal.com/defence
Contact: Chris Parsons Atkins provides high-end engineering consultancy, procurement and technical services to aerospace, national defence and security organisations and industry partners globally. We work in partnership with our clients to provide independent advice and support.
Our expertise spans air, land and sea, as well as information, communications and cyber security and we work throughout the lifecycle of a platform, system or facility. Atkins became a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group on 3 July 2017.
AURIGNY AIR SERVICES La Panque, Forest, Guernsey GY8 0DTChannel Islands +44 (0)1481 268817 [email protected] www.aurigny.com
Contact: Mark Darby Aurigny Air Services is a regional airline based in Guernsey, connecting Guernsey to the U.K. Operating Embraer E195 jets, ATR72 turboprop and Dornier 228s.
Contact: Joseph Woolfolk Aveillant is a UK-based world leader in radar technology. Its surveillance products provide a uniquely detailed, comprehensive and adaptable picture of surroundings.
Aveillant’s approach differs fundamentally from the technology path followed to date. Rather than rotating a narrow beam, the company’s Holographic Radar constantly surveys all the airspace, then uses algorithms to intelligently interpret what it sees. This provides a real-time 3D picture, with unparalleled resolution and update speed.
Because our solution is rooted in software and because we collect 10,000% more information than conventional radars, our capabilities are broad and flexible – PSR, drone-detection, wind-farm mitigation, etc – all using the same technology.
Contact: Ralph Perkins The Aviation Logistics Network provides 24/7 logistical support to the civil aviation fleet for emergency transportation of aircraft parts to assist with Aircraft On Ground (AOG) and time critical parts delivery. The network is comprised of specialist organisations geared to the specific challenges of the various supply chain needs of the commercial aerospace industry. Our aims are to ensure that commercial aircraft continue to fly via the co-ordination of the delivery of spare parts in to the supply chain and maintenance bases.
Aviation Logistics Network (ALN) is a not for profit Organisation run for the benefit of its members.
AVIATION MANAGEMENT COLLEGE No. 1, Jenderam Hilir, 43 800 Dengkil, SelangorMalaysia+603 8760 9000+6019 275 6337 [email protected] www.aviation.edu.my
Contact: Ab Manan Mansor Aviation Management College (AMC) celebrates its tenth anniversary this year, conducts home-grown diploma, bachelor and master programmes in aviation management and engineering. Licensed by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia under the Act 555, AMC has produced more than 400 graduates who have secured jobs and becoming industry captains, both locally and overseas in the aviation and other industries. The programmes include the following:1. MBA in Aviation Management (in collaboration
with Open University Malaysia) 2. Bachelor in Airline & Airport Management (in
collaboration with Bucks New University UK) 3. Diploma in Flight Operations Management4. Diploma in Aviation & Tourism Management5. Diploma in Aviation & Finance Management6. Diploma in Aviation Safety Management7. Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering &
Technology (with EASA Part 66)8. Diploma in Cabin Crew & Airline Services All of the programmes above are accredited by Malaysia Qualification Agency. 9. Future course: Multi-crew Pilot Licence for airline
pilots.AMC, located in Metropolitan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in its own stand-alone and dedicated campus and is known for its discerning in quality education that has propelled its graduates to land jobs in the Middle East, Africa and Singapore. AMC is poised to grow into university status that would enhance its ability to conduct more social science, engineering and TVET programs meeting the regional Asia-Pacific aviation talent needs.
AMC is willing to collaborate with other parties in the development of aviation products and services for sale in the regional markets.
AVIATION SKILLS PARTNERSHIP The Old Vinyl Factory, Blyth Road, Hayes, London UB3 1HAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 8914 7816 [email protected] www.aviationskillspartnership.com
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Contact: Simon Witts Aviation Skills Partnership (ASP) is an independent organisation dedicated to transforming the approach to aviation skills and creating sustainable and clear pathways and requirements at all ages and stages across all aviation skills areas.
ASP was established in 2013, from a team of educational and industry experts to create, develop and implement the skills solutions that the industry needs in partnership with training organisations, employers and educators.
The programmes and pathways we develop through partnership, match industry requirements and are aligned to their best practice and aviation regulations; combining higher education, work-based learning and accredited qualifications, they are delivered through our multi-purpose hubs and other selected locations.
AVIATION STRATEGIES INTERNATIONAL 440 Rene-Levesque Blvd, West, Suite 1202, Montreal, Quebec H2Z 1V7Canada +1 514 398 0909 [email protected] www.aviationstrategies.aero
Contact: Jason Poirier Lavoie Founded in 1998, Aviation Strategies International (ASI) provides corporate-level strategic advice and performance enhancement consulting services in the field of civil aviation. ASI’s international multi-disciplinary network of seasoned experts specialises in providing independent and strategic advisory services to the Boards and senior executive leadership teams of airports, airlines, air navigation services, civil aviation authorities and governments. The firm’s multinational consulting services are tailored to clients’ needs, based on industry best practices and aim to enhance organisational performance.
The ASI Institute (ASI-I), the firm’s professional training and development division, is integral to the ASI approach. ASI-I is an ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Full Member and has earned the reputation for being a world-class leader in delivering executive education for the aviation industry.
AVIATION TRAINING INTERNATIONAL LTD Coldharbour Business Park, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 4JWUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1935 810300 [email protected] www.atil.co.uk
Contact: Sarah Cook Aviation Training International Limited (ATIL) is a 50:50 joint venture between Leonardo MW Limited and The Boeing Company. Formed in 1998 to deliver the Apache Training Service contract, ATIL holds a unique position as a training organisation in being able to provide total synthetic training solutions in the areas of Aircrew, Groundcrew and Maintenance training.
Training is provided for the Army Air Corps (AAC) Aircrew and Groundcrew and the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) Technicians. A range of equipment is employed to represent the
sophisticated systems that reside within an aircraft of the complexity of the Apache. From weapons to avionics, each device allows students to familiarise themselves with some of the most advanced technology in the world. The equipment is based on full size aircraft systems and provides a high degree of fidelity offering the necessary tactile and visual cues, greatly reducing the need to use operational aircraft for training purposes. Constant investment by the MoD and ATIL in technology insertions has ensured that the training system remains one of the most up to date in the world.
Contact: Stanley Stewart Aviation Without Borders is a registered LK charity providing humanitarian assistance through aviation services irrespective of politics, religion, race or nationality.
Our activities are: operation of light aircraft with our European colleagues in support of NGO5 in developing countries in Africa, humanitarian air cargo shipments in support of NGOS active overseas and a National Fly Kids Day in lune where children from around the IJK are invited to a local airport to enjoy a short flight.
The charity is unique in using the talents and skills of the aviation community, and beyond, in such a worthwhile humanitarian manner.
AVNAVCOM AERONAUTICAL AWARENESS AND OUTREACH DWC LLC Building E, Office 108, Business Park, Dubai World Centre, DubaiUnited Arab Emirates +971 (0)4 887 9656 [email protected] www.avnavcom.com
Contact: Oussama Jadayel AvNavCom is a company set up by a number of aviation professionals and academics who believe that young people should be prepared to grasp the best opportunities. They are well connected with the industry and seek to introduce young people to aviation and expose them to what the sector can offer them. AvNavCom helps direct them to make the right decisions when building their capacities to meet the demands of the aviation sector.
AvNavCom is based at the prestigious Aviation City in Dubai South and from there it networks with the whole UAE aerospace industry as well as schools, universities and youth clubs in order to put the young talent face to face with their future employers.
AVTRADESayers Common, West Sussex BH6 9JQUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1273 [email protected]
Contact: David BrownServing aviation since 1985, Avtrade is a leading global component service provider to the aviation industry. Specialist in bespoke aircraft Component and Support Solutions. With UK headquarters and global offices in Dubai, Singapore, Moscow, Miami and China. Avtrade provides an extensive range of services through local support and dedicated account management to customers worldwide.250 multilingual and multicultural employees deliver a range of global solutions to over 800 airlines including: inventory management, repairs, pooling, leasing, sale, loan and exchange 24hours a day, 365 days a year.
AXIS FLIGHT TRAINING SYSTEMS GMBH Phillipstrasse 27, A-8403 LebringAustria +43 (0)5 9889-0 [email protected] www.axis-simulations.at/
Contact: Martin Rossmann AXIS manufactures flight training devices that provide pilots with a genuine training experience and what is more they do so with unmatched operational efficiency. Our full flight simulator is designed to improve aviation safety, meet today’s training requirements and exceed the regulatory standards. With all our products, we ensure maximum usability with minimum downtime.
BABCOCK INTERNATIONAL GROUP 33 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1QXUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7355 5300 [email protected] www.babcockinternational.com
Contact: Geoff Maple Babcock delivers critical and vital aviation services globally. Providing fixed and rotary wing technical training for UK armed forces, equipment support, airbase management and operation of owned and customer owned aircraft fleets.
We have a long and proud history providing aerial emergency services, search and rescue, oil and gas industry aviation – delivering over 200,000 flying hours each year. We have been supporting UK defence aviation for over 100 years.
Operating at the heart of UK military flying training, delivering bespoke integrated aviation services, we now also work alongside the French Air Force.
Babcock’s proven expertise and unwavering focus on safe, efficient delivery means we are a trusted name in defence and civilian aerospace.
BACA – THE AIR CHARTER ASSOCIATION The Baltic Exchange, 38 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8BHUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7118 7557 [email protected] www.baca.org.uk
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Contact: Madeleine Puzey BACA is the leading association focussed on the role of the air charter broker in the aviation market. Our goal is to raise and maintain standards of conduct in the air charter market and promote integrity and ethical business practices, so that members can deal with each other (and clients can deal with our members) with confidence. We are working hard to benefit our members; currently we have around 230 members, of which roughly a third are air charter brokers, a third operators/airlines and a selection of airports and FBOs, consultants and many other company types involved in supporting the aviation industry. We address the whole market, from helicopters, to business jets, to commercial passenger, to cargo.
BAE SYSTEMS PLC Warwick House, PO Box 87, Farnborough Aerospace Centre, Hampshire GU14 6YUUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1252 [email protected]
Contact: Sir Glenn Torpy At BAE Systems, we help our customers to stay a step ahead when protecting people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. We provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of over 80,000 people in more than 40 countries.
From state of the art cyber threat detection to flight control systems that enable pilots to make better decisions, we never stop innovating to ensure that our customers maintain their advantage. This is a long-term commitment involving significant investments in skills. We also work closely with local partners to support economic development through the transfer of knowledge, skills and technology.
In the air domain we design, manufacture, upgrade, and support combat and trainer aircraft and supply electronics equipment across a range of military and commercial aircraft. Our pedigree includes Typhoon, F-35 Lightning II, Tornado and Hawk. We are also heavily involved in the development of the next-generation of Unmanned Air Systems.
Through-life support services are a core part of our offering. We provide the full spectrum of support from engineering services to information management to pilot and groundcrew training, in each case tailored to meet the individual requirements of each customer.
Contact: Emma Dobson Baines Simmons is a world leader in airworthiness and aviation safety consultancy and training services, serving the global civil and military aviation sectors and Regulatory Authorities worldwide. We are trusted advisors to more than 400 of the world’s leading airlines and aviation
organisations, as well as to EASA and National Aviation Authorities including the UK CAA. Our expert Consultants support organisations requiring experience and expertise to improve safety, compliance, risk management, human factors, error management and integrated safety and business performance. We also offer inspirational training courses at our surrey-based Aviation Safety Academy, as well as in-company. Our philosophy is entirely focussed on the development of individual competence and organisational safety performance.
Contact: John Taylor Founded in 1955, Beagle Technology Group designs and manufactures metallic and composite parts and structures, as well as highly finished components for the Aerospace, Defence and Marine Markets. During this period Beagle has been involved with the development and support of many major programmes across all market sectors and has invested heavily in enabling technology across the business. The company’s expertise lies in the creation of value added Niche Engineering from Concept to Supply.
Our 80,000 sq ft principal manufacturing facility is located in Christchurch, Dorset, UK. All our Metallic, Composite and Design Capabilities are offered in-house giving a turnkey engineering capability to our customers. This combined with a highly skilled, flexible and responsive workforce, ensures quality control, timescales and price are guaranteed.
Our responsiveness from concept to supply reflects the highly organised processes driving the business. To support this the company is approved to ISO9001 and AS9100 with five supporting NADCAP accreditations, alongside approvals from a large number of major OEM’s.
BIRD & BIRD LLP 12 New Fetter Lane, London EC4A 1AGUnited Kingdom +44(0)20 7415 6000 [email protected] www.twobirds.com/
Contact: Paul Briggs Bird & Bird is a global law firm, with a rare and invaluable grasp of strategic commercial issues. We combine exceptional legal expertise with deep industry knowledge and refreshingly creative thinking, to help clients achieve their commercial goals. We have over 850 lawyers in 21 offices across Europe and Asia, as well as close ties with firms in other parts of the world.
Contact: David Winstanley Birmingham Airport is the UK’s third largest airport outside London and the UK’s seventh largest overall, handling 11 million passengers per year. Located just eight miles from the centre of Birmingham and a little over an hour to London by train, it serves 50 airlines operating to 440 direct or one stop destinations globally. A £300m investment to extend the runway and redevelop the terminal to welcome the A380 mean that Birmingham is the premier long-haul airport for the UK’s central region. Its two-hour catchment includes 35m people – half the population of the UK – and the Airport is just 10km from central Birmingham, the UK’s second largest city. Trains from London currently take just c60 minutes via its on-site rail station. In 2026, this will reduce to c30 minutes as Birmingham becomes the UK’s first and only high-speed connected airport, increasing the two hour catchment to 45m people.
BLISS JET INC PO Box 5, Port Washington, New York 11050United States [email protected] www.blissjet.com Contact: David Rimmer Bliss Jet is a transformative new company offering shared private jet service between London Stansted and New York’s LaGuardia Airport. Using late model Gulfstream, Dassault and Bombardier aircraft, passengers will experience the efficiency and high level of customer service of private jet charter for the cost of a seat in a legacy carriers’ first and business class cabins. Bliss Jet was founded by highly experienced charter executives and entrepreneurs with expertise satisfying the customer’s needs, including corporate executives, celebrities, heads of state, members of royalty and ultra high net worth individuals.
BLUE CRANE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY 72-74 Paulet Street, Somerset East 5850South Africa +27 042 243 0095 [email protected] www.bluecranedevelopmentagency.co.za/
Contact: Robin Beach The Blue Crane Development Agency (BCDA) was established with a mandate from the South African Government to develop and grow local and rural economies in terms of jobs, alleviate poverty and uplift communities. The BCDA through cooperation with various Western & Eastern Cape municipalities has planned various macro projects that interlink and will holistically and collectively provide a stimulus to grow the regional economy.
Aviation in South Africa forms an integral part of the Government’s development strategies and has various registered macro projects in this field. One of these include the development and production of South Africa’s first Light Sport Aircraft, which is being done in conjunction with the Aeronautical faculty of Wits University. The aim of the project is to establish an aircraft manufacturing industry
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in South Africa. The design has been successfully completed and manufacturing is planned to take place in the Somerset East region in conjunction with airport development. The BCDA represents the interests of the National Aerospace Centre in the Eastern Cape Province.
BOEING AEROSTRUCTURES AUSTRALIA 266 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne VIC 3207Australia +61 3 9647 3721 [email protected] www.boeing.com.au/
Contact: Adnan Raghdo Boeing Aerostructures Australia, is the largest designer and manufacturer of high-end aero-structure components in Australia, providing customers with a complete solution to aircraft component manufacture – from developing the most aerodynamic and efficient design, to certification, testing , fabrication and in-service support.
BOEING AUSTRALIA Level 10 Exchange House, 10 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000Australia +61 2 9086 3300 [email protected]
Contact: Maureen Dougherty Boeing is part of the aerospace and defence fabric of Australia, with a heritage stretching back 90 years and a reputation for building long term partnerships based on trust and performance. Boeing Australia represents The Boeing Company’s largest operational presence outside of the United States, with more than 3,000 employees working across a range of commercial and defence systems, advanced manufacturing, research and development and logistics and services. Boeing’s two largest wholly-owned subsidiaries in Australia are Boeing Aerostructures Australia and Boeing Defence Australia. Boeing Aerostructures Australia designs, tests, certifies and produces world class advanced structures including part of the trailing edge of the most technically advanced commercial aircraft in the world – the Boeing 787 Dreamliner; in addition, the business is the sole source producer of 737 ailerons, 747 moveable leading edges and 777 cove lip doors, elevators and rudders. Boeing Defence Australia provides world-class, innovative solutions for the support, maintenance, modification and upgrade of Boeing and non-Boeing aircraft; military aircrew training design and delivery; and the design, development and support of Command, Control, Computers, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) solutions. Boeing conducts research and development activities in Melbourne and Brisbane, manages a significant Australian supply chain including small and medium-sized enterprises and partners with numerous universities and community organisations.
BOEING UK LTD 4th Floor, 25 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0EXUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7340 1900
Contact: Katerina Giannini Boeing employs more than 2,200 people across the UK at numerous sites, from Glasgow to Gosport and the company is experiencing continued solid organic growth. Boeing celebrates 80 years of partnership with the United Kingdom, the Armed Forces, British manufacturing and the air transport industry in 2018 and the company’s centennial was celebrated in 2016. Today the UK remains a critically important market, supplier base and a source of some of the world’s most innovative technology partners. In 2016 Boeing spent £2.1bn ($2.9bn) with the UK aerospace industry. The company sustains an estimated 16,500 jobs in the UK supply chain, enhancing skills, facilitating exports and generating intellectual property.
Contact: Haley Dunne Bombardier Aerospace, Belfast is a centre of excellence for the design, manufacture and support of large aircraft structures, including fuselages, engine nacelle systems and wings in metal and advanced composites.
It is the largest investor in Northern Ireland and the largest manufacturing company, employing some 5,000 people. Since 1989, the Belfast base has been transformed through a focused investment programme by Bombardier of almost £1.6bn in plant, machinery, facilities, product development and training.
BOXARR LTD The Engine Shed, Station Approach, Temple Meads, Bristol BS1 6QHUnited Kingdom [email protected] www.boxarr.com
Contact: Alasdair Pettigrew BOXARR software enables collaborative modelling, visualisation, simulation and analysis of inter-dependent systems – at ‘real world’ scales of complexity. Users can combine and interrogate their human-expertise and sources of data/information, within an intuitive knowledge-representation. BOXARR’s flexible paradigm can be applied across a wide range of complex challenges, such as: systems-engineering & integration; supply-chain mapping/efficiency/resilience; offset management, project/programme/mission planning; PLM, logistical/operational process enhancement; etc. In turn these can be stitched together into holistic ‘system of systems’ models of inter-dependency. BOXARR is fast and efficient to deploy, so organisations (and their suppliers, partners and allies) can collaboratively model challenges; identify and mitigate hidden risks; reveal opportunities for optimisation; enhance resilience; simulate the propagated impact of proposed design/strategy/policy changes; and effectively respond to unforeseen events.
Contact: Alan Corbett Bristow Group is the leading provider of industrial aviation services offering helicopter transportation, search and rescue (SAR) and aircraft support services, including helicopter maintenance and training, to government and civil organisations worldwide. With headquarters in Houston, Texas, Bristow has operations in the North Sea, Nigeria, the US Gulf of Mexico and in most of the other major offshore oil and gas producing regions of the world, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Russia and Trinidad. Bristow provides SAR services to the private sector worldwide and to the public sector for all of the UK on behalf of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency
BRITISH AIRLINE PILOTS ASSOCIATION BALPA House, 5 Heathrow Boulevard, 278 Bath Road, West Drayton, Middlesex UB7 0DQUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 8476 4000 [email protected] www.balpa.org/Home.aspx
Contact: Rob Hunter The British Airline Pilots Association is the professional association and registered trade union established to represent the interests of all UK pilots. Our vision of ‘Making Every Flight a Safe Flight’ is at the very core of everything we do.’
BRITISH AIRWAYS PLC Waterside, PO Box 365, Harmondsworth, Middlesex UB7 0GBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)870 8509850 [email protected] www.ba.com
Contact: Rob Crew British Airways Plc is the world’s biggest international airline, carrying more passengers from one country to another than any of its competitors. It is one of the world’s longest established airlines and has always been regarded as an industry leader.
BRITISH BUSINESS AND GENERAL AVIATION ASSOCIATION (BBGA) LTD Office 1, Brook Farm Barns, Dorton, Aylesbury Bucks HP18 9NQUnited Kingdom 01844 238020 [email protected] www.bbga.aero
Contact: Marc Bailey Who are we and what do we do:● We are the UK’s influential voice of Business and
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● BBGA represents the interest of member companies at a regional level when we need to progress issues with bodies like airports, local communities or divisions of government agencies.
● At National level BBGA is part of the key part of the body established with CAA and DfT. The General and Business Strategic Forum give effective access to the CEO of our CAA and the Aviation Minister. The forum is a small group of only three associations which include AOPA, GAA and the BBGA, which provides complete coverage of the sector without any overlap.
● The BBGA has access to all the government offices and is the first point of contact for consultations on our sector.
● At a European level the association has access to EASA and the Commission through the vehicle which is ECOGAS (European Council of General Aviation Support). This allows us to work with the top five-member state associations and together we have 700 members to refer to when making our inputs to the European regulator.
● We have access to the international forum of IBAC (International Business Aviation Council). As a founder of this group it allows all the international associations across the globe to work together to help provide strategic direction for our sector. The IBAC secretariat operates from the same offices as ICAO and therefore they are able to lobby directly for long term changes on our behalf, to help shape our sector in the long term.
● BBGA is working hard to improve the perception of our sector and has strong links with the EBAA who are developing a significant marketing programme to help that process. We have full and unrestricted access to the material generated to help market our sector.
BRITISH GAS John Smith Drive, Oxford Business Park South, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX4 2LLUnited Kingdom +44 (0)845 070 3720 [email protected] www.britishgas.co.uk/business
Contact: Rachel Kavanagh We provide large companies with the gas and electricity they need to run their operations efficiently and profitably. Working hand-in-hand with businesses, we find them the best energy solution at the best price to meet their needs. We offer fixed price, flexible and green energy contracts to help you buy better. Using data insights, we can identify consumption trends and provide operational cost savings. And we can take control of generating energy with onsite solutions or through third party renewable energy providers.
BRITISH HELICOPTER ASSOCIATION Unit C2, West Entrance, Fairoaks Airport, Chobham, Surrey GU24 8HUUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1276 856100 [email protected] www.britishhelicopterassociation.org
Contact: Tim Fauchon The British Helicopter Advisory Board was formed
in January 1969 at the instigation of some leading members of commercial helicopter companies in the UK. They realised that there was no single authoritative voice speaking for the whole helicopter industry similar to organisations which represent other major aviation interests.
In 2008, the BHAB changed its name to the British Helicopter Association to more closely reflect its role. The British Helicopter Association (BHA) now covers all commercial helicopter activity in the country.
BRITTEN-NORMAN LIMITED 11/12 St James Square, London SW1Y 4LB United Kingdom+44 (0)20 3371 4000 [email protected] www.britten-norman.com
Contact: Lara Harrison Britten-Norman, the UK’s only civil A2 approved aircraft manufacturer, has been designing and building aircraft for over 60 years. Models include the famous Islander and Trislander commuter variants and the latest Manned Airborne Surveillance/ISTAR platform, the Defender 4000. Britten-Norman, the UK’s only civil A2 approved aircraft manufacturer, has been designing and building aircraft for over 60 years. Models include the famous Islander and Trislander commuter variants and the latest Manned Airborne Surveillance/ISTAR platform, the Defender 4000.
The Company’s capabilities include subcomponent manufacturing, mission systems integration, test and trials, maintenance, repair and overhaul, aviation training and global customer support. Britten-Norman is backed by approvals from CAA (A8-21), EASA (21J/G, 145, 147, ATO & Part M) and the UK MoD (DAOS, MAOS & CFAOS).
BROOKS AVIATION CONSULTANCY SERVICES 39 St James Close, Rawliffe, York YO30 5WLUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1904 533929 [email protected] www.bacs.limited/
Contact: Nick Gill BACS Limited Training is an approved organisation that can provide technical training courses to individuals, groups and corporate organisations. The training courses follow the guidelines as set by the UK CAA, EASA, FAA, National and Regional Aviation Authorities, ICAO and IATA
BACS Limited offers the most adaptable range of aviation training courses available worldwide. Our training service is designed around the specific information your business needs, helping you develop the detailed knowledge and practical skills necessary for maximum efficiency.
Our open access courses are open to everyone and take place around the world. For companies, we can deliver on-demand training at your workplace or at a venue of your choice. Tell our training team what you need to know and we’ll develop the right course for you.Choose from a wide range of options:Regulatory Compliance (including EASA Part M, Part 145, Part 66 and Part 147)
Aviation Airworthiness Regulation (including EASA Part 21 certification)Compliance, Assurance & SafetyDrone and UAS OperationsHuman factors, Safety Management and Error ManagementAirworthiness and Engineering TrainingMaintenance Type Rating CoursesGround OperationsHealth & SafetyDrone Aerial Filming & Photography
At BACS Limited we have experience in all types of Drone Aerial Filming and photography including film productions, television series, commercials, sporting events and live broadcasts. The skill and experience we have developed as an aerial team is unparalleled and we are the leading specialists in our field both in the UK and Worldwide.
We hold UK Civil Aviation Authority Approvals which allows us to obtain necessary permissions and exemptions required to film low level in controlled airspace and in built-up areas with the latest Drone Technology. This capability gives us a considerable advantage over many of our competitors. We can supply Drones for filming at any location in the UK and worldwide.
C.T.FREIGHT PO Box 88, Mascot New South Wales 1460Australia +612 8337 8888 www.ctfreight.com C.T.Freight was established in 1981 by Clive Thomas who is owner and CEO of the company. We are the largest independently owned forwarder in the Australian market with offices at all major ports as well as international offices in NZ, Fiji, Singapore and the USA and a global network of agents.
A core segment of C.T.Freights business is the aerospace industry and we service a number of major companies in our territory with their international freight requirements.
C.T.Freight is the strategic partner in Australia for the Aviation Logistics Network which is a group made up of specialist aerospace focused freight companies around the world allowing us to offer our clients end to end solutions worldwide.
CAE AIRCREW TRAINING SERVICES PLC MSHATF, RAF Benson, Wallingford, Oxon OX10 6AAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)149 182 8000 [email protected] www.cae.com/ Contact: Andrew Naismith CAE is a leading provider of simulation and modelling technologies as well as integrated training services for commercial and business aviation and defence customers worldwide. The company has annual revenues of approximately C$2.0Bn, with operations and training facilities in 35 countries. UK – Civil Training CAE provides pilot training for both commercial and business aviation on the Airbus A320, B747-400, Airbus A340-600, Falcon 7X and Falcon 900EX/2000EX EASY at its training
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centre located near London’s Gatwick Airport, in Burgess Hill, West Sussex.UK – Military Training & Simulation CAE’s military operations include the provision of synthetic training solutions and services to UK MoD. CAE UK plc also provides support services to the Merlin Training Centre at RNAS Culdrose, Lynx Mk8 at RNAS Yeovilton and C-130J at RAF Lyneham. CAE Aircrew Training Services plc owns and operates the Medium Support Helicopter Aircrew Training Facility (MSHATF) at RAF Benson. The MSHATF provides training to the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and third-party operators of AgustaWestland EH101 Merlin, Boeing CH-47 Chinook and Airbus Helicopters Puma helicopter.
Contact: Andrew Naismith One of the world’s leading independent providers of integrated aviation training and resourcing services.
CARGOLOGICAIR Endeavour House, Cooper’s End Road, London Stansted Airport CM24 1ALUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1279 680113 [email protected]
Contact: Dmitry Grishin CargoLogicAir is a new British cargo airline offering customers the highest levels of service, safety and security, all delivered by a highly knowledgeable and experienced team of air cargo professionals.Based at London Stansted Airport, CargoLogicAir operates scheduled Boeing 747 Freighter services as well as global air cargo charter flights for customers around the world.
With a lean business model, the development of CargoLogicAir’s services and network will ensure customers enjoy a consistently high quality of service, which will be further enhanced as new market opportunities are explore.
Contact: Carl Graham Cargyll is a team of independent, leading-edge psychologists, trainers, coaches, facilitators and actors who really know about improving people and improving business. We offer people performance solutions for individuals, teams and organisations to increase personal effectiveness and business success. From 1:1 coaching to large-scale organisational change. We provide imaginative, practical and scientifically robust solutions that make a difference. Our work is underpinned by the best of psychology and business brains – translated
into memorable and usable tools and techniques for use in business and life.
Contact: Christopher Gibbs Cathay Pacific is an international airline registered and based in Hong Kong, offering scheduled passenger and cargo services to 180 destinations in 44 countries and territories. The airline was founded in Hong Kong in 1946. It has been deeply committed to its home base over the past seven decades, making substantial investments to develop Hong Kong as one of the world’s leading international aviation centres.
The Cathay Pacific Group operated 200 aircraft at 30 June 2016. Cathay Pacific itself had 145 aircraft at that date. Its other investments include catering and ground-handling companies and its corporate headquarters and cargo terminal at Hong Kong International Airport. Cathay Pacific continues to invest heavily in its home city. At 30 June 2016, it had 69 new aircraft due for delivery up to 2024.
Hong Kong Dragon Airlines Limited (‘Cathay Dragon’), a regional airline registered and based in Hong Kong, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cathay Pacific operating 42 aircraft on scheduled services to 53 destinations in Mainland China and elsewhere in Asia. Cathay Pacific owns 20.13% of Air China Limited (‘Air China’), the national flag carrier and a leading provider of passenger, cargo and other airline-related services in Mainland China. Cathay Pacific is the majority shareholder in AHK Air Hong Kong Limited (‘Air Hong Kong’), an all-cargo carrier offering scheduled services in Asia.
Cathay Pacific is a founding member of the oneworld global alliance, whose combined network serves more than 1,000 destinations worldwide. Cathay Dragon is an affiliate member of oneworld.
CDG, A BOEING COMPANY 2401 E Wardlow Road, Long Beach, California 90 807United States +1 562 608 2001 [email protected] www.cdgnow.com
Contact: Calsee Hendrickson CDG offers services and solutions that encompass aircraft engineering and operations, including Engineering Design & Manufacturing Services, S1000D Technical Publications Authoring Services and Software and eLearning solutions. CDG leads Boeing Technical Data Services, which includes technical authoring and illustration services across commercial and military programs. CDG authors and maintains Boeing Illustrated Parts Catalogs and Databases and authors AMMs, CMMs, Service Bulletins, Task Cards and other documentation. CDG’s Inmedius Spectrum™ suite is Boeing’s S1000D authoring tool set. It includes tailored tools to manage IPC and IPD authoring and global parts data. CDG also develops multimedia training courses for Boeing employees and aerospace suppliers.
CITY, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON 10 Northampton Square, London EC1V 0HBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7040 5060 [email protected] www.city.ac.uk
Contact: Prof Chris Atkin City, University of London, was the first institution in the United Kingdom to be approved to offer courses of instruction in aeronautics, in September 1909. City still offers Aeronautical Engineering programmes to BEng and MEng degree level, as well as world-renowned Masters programmes in Aviation Management. Aeronautical research, particularly in the areas of aerodynamics and flow control (for both airframe and gas turbine applications), and air safety management, is a major activity at City and is supported by our world-class experimental and computational facilities and expertise.
Contact: Mark Swan The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which is a public corporation, was established by Parliament in 1972 as an independent specialist aviation regulator and provider of air traffic services. The CAA is the UK’s independent specialist aviation regulator. Its activities include economic regulation, airspace policy, safety regulation and consumer protection. The UK Government requires that the CAA’s costs are met entirely from its charges on those whom it regulates. Unlike many other countries, there is no direct Government funding of the CAA’s work.
Contact: Julie Clare Clear B2B is a specialist business to business marketing and public relations company which works in the UK and internationally with leading and challenger brands in specific industry sectors including aerospace, defence and security. We advise clients on marketing communications strategies and develop and implement appropriate programmes to achieve their agreed business objectives.
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CLOSE BROTHERS AVIATION AND MARINE FINANCE Wimbledon Bridge House, 1 Hartfield Road, London SW19 3RUUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 8390 9444 [email protected] www.closeaviationandmarine.co.uk
Contact: Andy Blundell We have over 40 years’ experience creating bespoke finance packages to help our customers meet their aviation funding needs.
Drawing on our experience and expertise, we work in partnership with our customers to ensure that we offer flexible lending terms to enable the purchase of a new aircraft or to raise finance using existing aircraft as security. We spend time getting to know each customer before proposing an appropriate and affordable solution that suits their requirements, including deposit requirements, currency of loan and interest/capital repayments.
We can finance aircraft registered in the UK, USA, Ireland, Isle of Man and the Cayman Islands.
CLYDE & CO LLPSt Botolph Building, 138 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7ARUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7876 5000 [email protected] www.clydeco.com
Contact: Patrick Slomski Beaumont & Son – Aviation at Clyde & Co provides a full legal service to airlines, financiers, leasing companies and other participants in the aviation and aerospace industry and their insurers. The excellence of the firm’s service has been acknowledged and it has been recognised as the world’s leading aviation law firm with an unrivalled depth of knowledge and experience of the legal and corresponding commercial, financing and operational issues faced by the aviation sector. We offer advice on accidents, claims, liability, litigation, insurance, financing, regulatory, competition, contractual and general non-contentious matters affecting the whole industry sector.
COBHAM PLC Brook Road, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 2BJUnited Kingdom +44 (0)120 288 2020 [email protected] www.cobham.com Contact: Lee Griffiths UK Cobham specialises in meeting the insatiable demand for data, connectivity and bandwidth in defence, security and commercial environments. Offering a technically diverse and innovative range of technologies and services, the Group protects lives and livelihoods, responding to customer needs with agility that differentiates it. Employing more than 10,000 people on five continents, the Group has customers and partners in over 100 countries. The most important thing we build is trust.
Contact: Vaibhav Vohra Continental Carriers Pvt Ltd (CCPL) is a supply chain management company which was one of the first Indian IATA approved Forwarders & Customs Brokers. It has been in business for over 60 years, having been established in 1957.
The Company is an active member of ALN, FIATA, FFFAI, ACAAI and several Chambers of Commerce in India and abroad. CCPL is an ISO 9001-2008 accredited company and has a network of branches and sales offices in all major cities in the country and a worldwide network of specialised business partners. Over the years, CCPL has been in the forefront of many innovations in civil aviation in the country. Continental was awarded the contract for Cargo handling of Delhi Airport from 1979-1985 is now the first Indian company to start a Greenfield AFS in India with RA3 clearance.
CORNWALL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY Bickford House, Station Road, Pool, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 3QGUnited Kingdom [email protected] www.aerohub.co.uk
Contact: Miles Carden Aerohub at Cornwall Airport Newquay and Goonhilly Earth Station consists of two investment-ready development sites dedicated to cutting-edge aerospace and space businesses. Aerohub offers two state-of-the-art operational environments with access to global supply chains, as well as business rate relief and planning freedom. Aerohub is the home for testing and future flight technologies, including projects like an Unmanned Aerial System Fly Zone and Spaceport Cornwall, the UK’s first horizontal launch spaceport.
Contact: Mark Kelk Cranfield Aerospace is the wholly owned commercial arm of Cranfield University and provides rapid innovative solutions to some of the most challenging issues in aerospace today. Through our MoD and EASA approvals, we provide innovative solutions for complete manned & unmanned airborne systems, either experimentally or fully certified, for release to service. We also provide a range of services relating to weapons clearance and countermeasures and Independent Safety Assessment and Technical Evaluation (ISA/ITE). CAe is the market leader in the provision of hi-fidelity G-cueing for most of the world’s military simulators and is unique in successfully providing this into Autosport.
Contact: Ian Baines At the forefront of aerospace technology for over 60 years, Cranfield takes a practical and holistic approach right across the business of flying. Cranfield’s clients value our multidisciplinary approach. We bring together aeronautical engineering, materials and manufacturing with expertise in aviation business processes and practices. We play a big part in the aerospace business sector through close commercial partnerships. Our varied aerospace and aviation activities are underpinned by all the advanced facilities, tools and expertise you would expect to find, including capabilities unique to Cranfield – from flying laboratories and flight deck simulators to industrial-scale gas turbine engine test facilities used for performance and diagnostic studies. Cranfield’s success in the aerospace sector depend on impressive resources, a deep expertise in the field and a strategic business approach.
Contact: Darshini Perera Cyient is a global provider of engineering, manufacturing, data analytics, network and operations solutions.
With over two decades of experience, Cyient helps transform the aerospace and defence product lifecycle for aero engines, structures, avionics, aero systems and interiors. As a Design-Build-Maintain partner, our aerospace solutions include design to certification, manufacturing, aftermarket, digital transformation and beyond. We have worked with and won awards from many of the top industry names for performance, innovation and productivity.
With strong capabilities and a global network of over 14,000 employees in 21 countries, we collaborate with our clients to shape a better tomorrow together.
DAVIES TURNER AVIATION (DIVISION OF THE DAVIES TURNER GROUP) Unit A1, Calder Way, Slough, Berkshire SL3 0BQUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1753 688049 [email protected] www.daviesturner.com
Contact: Maxine Flowers Davies Turner Aviation are the Aerospace division of the Davies Turner Group – one of the UK’s most respected Logistics and Supply Chain companies,
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originally formed in 1870 and are still owned/managed by the descendants of the founder.
We provide Emergency 24/7 cover for aircraft on ground situations worldwide utilising our network of handpicked specialist partners of the (Aviation Logistics Network). Our capabilities extend to specialist areas such as aircraft engine storage/shipping, spare parts and inventory control as well as Dangerous goods shipping.
Contact: Peter Cook Decision Analysis Service Ltd (DAS) is an independent management and technical consultancy providing decision support skills to government and industry. We augment client capability to make and implement critical decisions in highly regulated sectors. Our people distil the complex issues of companies and government into clear practical outcome focused implementation actions. Last year over 90% of the previous year’s clients re-engaged us on new projects and 50% of our turnover was with Government Departments in the UK and overseas. Our people operate in the Government, Energy and Defence sectors in the UK, North America, Europe, Japan, Africa and Australasia.
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT DES Air Engineering Function Management Team, Spruce 0A, #1011, MoD Abbey Wood, Bristol BS34 8JHUnited Kingdom +44 (0)117 9136586 [email protected] www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/MicroSite/DES/
Contact: Andrew Spencer Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) equips and supports the UK’s armed forces for current and future operations. It acquires and supports through-life, including disposal, equipment and services ranging from ships, aircraft, vehicles and weapons, to electronic systems and information services. DE&S also satisfies ongoing requirements including food, clothing, medical supplies, maintenance and temporary accommodation as well as operating HM Naval Bases and the joint supply chain for the armed forces. DE&S works closely with industry through partnering agreements and private finance initiatives in accordance with the defence industrial strategy to deliver effective solutions for defence.
DELTA AIR LINES Metro Building, 1 Butterwick, London, Middlesex W6 8ALUnited Kingdom +44 (0)871 22 11 222 [email protected] www.delta.com
Contact: Nadia Clinton Delta Air Lines serves nearly 165 million customers
each year. Delta and the Delta Connection carriers offer service to 319 destinations in 57 countries on six continents. Headquartered in Atlanta, Delta employs nearly 80,000 employees worldwide and operates a mainline fleet of more than 700 aircraft. The airline is a founding member of SkyTeam global alliance and participates in the industry’s leading trans-Atlantic joint venture with Air France-KLM and Alitalia as well as a newly formed joint venture with Virgin Atlantic. Including its worldwide alliance partners, Delta offers customers more than 15,000 daily flights. Additional information is available on www.delta.com
DENEL AEROSTRUCTURES SOC LTD Denel Saab Aerostructures (Pty) LtdAstro Park, Atlas Road, Bonaero Park, 1620, PO Box 11, Kempton Park 1620South Africa+27 (0)11 927 2195 [email protected] www.denelsaab.co.za
Contact: Thivian Vadivelu Denel Aerostructures designs and produces complex metallic and composite assemblies for the international Aerostructures Supply Chain. Main customers include Airbus, Saab and AgustaWestland.
DENEL AVIATION SOUTH AFRICA Maintenance & Repair Overall, Atlas Road, Kempton Park, South Africa 1620South Africa +27 (0)11 927 3535 www.denelaviation.co.za/
Denel Aviation, a Eurocopter and Lockheed accredited facility carries out Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) services for the South African Air Force and the Global Market on fixed and rotary wing aircraft. These include line maintenance as well as depot level maintenance for front line fighters, helicopters and heavy transport aircraft. These include the Mirage family, Oryx and C-130. Denel Aviation is also the design authority and OEM for the Rooivalk Attack Helicopter and the Oryx helicopter that is in service with the South African Air Force. Products & Services offered are Fixed Wing MRO, Rotary Wing MRO, Flight Test, Engineering, Component Workshops, Aviation Manpower Group and Rooivalk Attack Helicopter.
DENEL DYNAMICS Denel Campus (Irene), Nelmaping Drive, Irene, PO Box 7412, Centurion 0046South Africa +27 (0)12 671 1911 www.deneldynamics.co.za/
A proud innovator of missile and UAVS solutions, Denel Dynamics is Africa’s systems house for guided weapons and unmanned aerial vehicle systems. A division of Denel (Pty) Ltd, the company is wholly owned by the South African government. Located in Centurion in the Gauteng province of South Africa, Denel Dynamics develops systems
for its primary customer, the South African National Defence Force, and offers its products and related engineering services on the international market.
Contact: Luca Giaquinta Diamond Aircraft Industries is an Austrian composite aircraft manufacturer with offices in North America, Europe and Asia. The Diamond Group offers its customers innovative products, services and know-how worldwide in the areas of general aviation, flight simulation and remote sensing. Our Vision: revolutionise general aviation. Our Goal: set the highest standards possible in aircraft production and development. Our Promise: combine the most progressive materials and technology to deliver highly reliable, economic aircraft that are less damaging to the environment while never sacrificing performance, safety or beauty.
Contact: Jane Tyrer The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is the UK’s leading Government agency in applying Science and Technology (S&T) to the defence and security of the UK. As part of the Ministry of Defence (MoD), Dstl responds to the S&T direction set by the UK Government’s National Security Strategy and Strategic Defence and Security Review.
EASYJET Hangar 89, London Luton Airport, Bedfordshire LU2 9PFUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1582 525973 [email protected] www.easyjet.com Contact: Mark Ramsden easyJet is Europe’s leading airline, flying on more of Europe’s most popular routes than any other airline. easyJet carries over 78 million passengers annually, of which more than 12 million are travelling on business.
easyJet aims to be a good corporate citizen, employing people on local contracts in seven countries across Europe in full compliance with national laws and recognising their trade unions. The airline also has a corporate partnership with UNICEF which has raised over £9m for the most vulnerable children since 2012
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The airline takes sustainability seriously. Since 2000, easyJet has reduced its carbon emissions per passenger, per kilometre by over 30%. Its latest target is a further 10% reduction from today’s performance by 2022.
ELBIT SYSTEMS UK Kingsway House, 77 Kingsway, London WC2B 6SRUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 3206 9400 [email protected] www.elbitsystems.com
Contact: Shai Issler Elbit Systems Ltd is an international defence electronics company engaged in a wide range of programs throughout the world. The company, which includes Elbit Systems and its subsidiaries, operates in the areas of aerospace, land and naval systems, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR), unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), advanced electro-optics, electro-optic space systems, EW suites, airborne warning systems, ELINT systems, data links and military communications systems and radios. The company also focuses on the upgrading of existing military platforms, developing new technologies for defence, homeland security and commercial aviation applications and providing a range of support services.For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems.com.
EMBRAER EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA AND CENTRAL ASIA Zuiderhoff II, Jachthavenweg 109C, 1081 KM AmsterdamThe Netherlands +31 20 2158100 [email protected]
Contact: Nathalie Mérand Embraer is a global company headquartered in Brazil with businesses in commercial and executive aviation, defence and security. The company designs, develops, manufactures and markets aircraft and systems, providing customer support and services.
Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 8,000 aircraft. About every ten seconds an aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world, transporting over 145 million passengers a year.
Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150 seats. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service and parts distribution centres, among other activities, across the Americas, Africa, Middle East, Asia and Europe. For more information, please visit www.embraer.com
EMBRY RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY 600 South Clyde Morris Blvd, Daytona Beach, Florida 32114United States of America
Contact: John Watret As the world’s leader in aviation and aerospace education, our mission is to teach the science, practice and business of aviation and aerospace, preparing students for productive careers and leadership roles in service around the world. With more than 150 campuses worldwide and diverse modalities for learning, Embry-Riddle is committed to providing a climate that facilitates the highest standards of academic achievement and knowledge discovery, in an interpersonal environment that supports the unique needs of each individual.
EMIRATES PO Box 686, DubaiUnited Arab Emirates9714 708 1111 [email protected] www.theemiratesgroup.com
Contact: Sir Timothy Clark About the Emirates Group: The Emirates Group’s extensive and diverse international portfolio includes Emirates airline, the fourth largest combined air services provider dnata, Emirates SkyCargo, Emirates Destination and Leisure Management and Skywards. Together with a number of joint venture businesses, the Group comprises more than 50 brands, employing over 50,000 people.
Contact: Joseph O’Brien Engine Lease Finance Corporation (ELF) is the world’s largest independent engine leasing company, specialising in the provision of flexible, short to long-term spare engine support packages for the airline industry.
Headquartered in Shannon, Ireland, ELF is owned by Mitsubishi UFJ Lease & Finance (MUL) based in Tokyo.
Since its inception in 1989 ELF has enjoyed twenty-seven successive years of profits and portfolio growth as the company now owns and/or, manages approximately 300 engines worth around $2.5bn. The current customer base includes more than 80 airlines and MRO organisations worldwide. ELF has served over 140 customers since its inception.
Euravia is an approved MoD UK Prime Contractor for the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) of aero-engines, auxiliary power unit (APU) and offers extensive Engineering and Post Design Services (PDS). Also, the company specialises in the development of sophisticated computer systems. Euravia operates from a 80,000ft2 modern, state of the art Airmotive facilities that include a fully automated jet engine test cell. Euravia has over 50 different civil & defence customers in five continents. Euravia’s approvals include EASA145; FAA Part145; DAOS Design Authority; ISO9001:2000 (Aerospace); AS9100 (Aerospace); CAA UK; NATO Manufacturer and NAMSA Supplier and other National Authorities and OEMs.
EUROPEAN BUSINESS AVIATION ASSOCIATION (EBAA) Square de Meeûs 37, BE – 1000 BrusselsBelgium +32 2 318 28 00 [email protected] www.ebaa.org
Contact: Paul Walsh EBAA is Europe’s business aviation association. It aims to promote excellence and professionalism among our Members to enable them to deliver best-in-class safety and operational efficiency, while representing their interests at all levels in Europe, to ensure the proper recognition of business aviation as a vital part of the aviation infrastructure, supporting local and national economies.
EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY HQ8-10 Rue Mario-Nikis, 75738 Paris Cedex 15France+33 1 5369 7654 [email protected] www.eas.int
Contact: Alan Brunstrom
ECSAT (EUROPEAN CENTRE FOR SPACE APPLICATIONS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS) Fermi Avenue, Harwell Campus, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 0FDUnited Kingdom [email protected]
Contact: Margherita Buosa The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe’s gateway to space. Its mission is to shape the development of Europe’s space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
ESA is an international organisation with 22 Member States. By co-ordinating the financial and intellectual resources of its members, it undertakes programmes and activities beyond the scope of any single country. It works with the EU on the Galileo and Copernicus programmes.
ESA develops the launchers, spacecraft and ground facilities needed to keep Europe at the forefront of global space activities.
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EUROPEAN TRAINING AND SIMULATION ASSOCIATION CIC Operational Headquarters:28 Sea Crest Road, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Northumberland NE64 6BWUnited Kingdom+44 7722 234752 [email protected] www.etsa.eu
Contact: Steve Wilkinson ETSA is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, run by its Members for the benefit of its Members.
Under new administration since May 2012, ETSA now offers a much-improved value proposition. We currently have over 190 active members from Government Agencies, Ministries of Defence, end users, Academia, media and Industry.
ETSA has established itself as ‘The European Voice’ of the MS&T community. It brings together all those that have a professional interest in improving the effectiveness of training and training related interoperability, standards and codes of practice. It represents to governments and other users of training and simulation the non-partisan business interests of the industry.
ETSA exists to promote effective efficient training and the use of modelling and simulation, for the benefit of providers, practitioners and users.
ETSA undergoes, and co-ordinates, research, development and innovation work to promote and help instigate, improve and extend the widespread use and efficacy of modelling and simulation technologies (including virtual, augmented and mixed reality) and practices for training and other applications throughout the European community.
ETSA organises seminars, workshops and visits. It runs an informative and current website (www.etsa.eu), publishes regular Members’ Newsletters, and provides Member discounts/benefits at many major training & simulation exhibitions, conferences and events world-wide, such as I/ITSEC, ITEC and those organised by Royal Aeronautical Society, SMi, IQPC, Halldale, NRG and ATCC.
If you have a professional interest in education, training, modelling and simulation in Europe, join Europe’s premier Association – for academia, users and suppliers.
FAIRMONT CONSULTING GROUP 160 State Street, 4th Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02109United States of America+1 857 265 3400 [email protected] www.fairmontcg.com
Contact: Jay Wynn Fairmont Consulting Group is a strategic advisory firm supporting clients in the aerospace and defence sectors. The firm helps clients understand changing market dynamics and develop proactive tactical and strategic plans to achieve sustainable, profitable growth. Fairmont also advises clients in mergers & acquisitions in the A&D sector, providing objective buy-side due diligence analysis of companies, their served markets and their financial forecasts.
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION VS Embassy Paris, 2 Avenue Gabriel, 75382 ParisFrance +33 143 12 2225 [email protected] www.faa.gov
Contact: Ian Ross The US Federal Aviation Administration is the aviation authority in the United States that provides safety oversight and air traffic services for the world’s busiest airspace.
Contact: Paul Hewett FlightSafety International the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organisations. FlightSafety International provides more than a million hours of training each year to pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 154 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full flight simulators at Learning Centers and training locations in Asia, Europe, North and South America, the Pacific Rim, South Africa and the United Kingdom.
FLYBE Jack Walker House, Exeter International Airport, Exeter, Devon EX5 2LJUnited Kingdom+44 (0)139 236 6669 [email protected] www.flybe.com
Contact: Ian Baston Flybe, Europe’s largest and most successful regional airline with 180 routes serving 12 countries, operating from a total of 86 departure points, 35 UK and 51 European airports.Flybe is the UK’s Number One Domestic Airline operating more UK flights than any other airline: carrying more domestic passengers at London Gatwick than any other airline and operating over four times more domestic routes than any other airline (UKCAA statistics September 2010 – August 2011)
Flybe was listed on the London Stock Exchange in December 2010.
FLYING TIME AVIATION Wingfiled House, Brighton City Airport, Shoreham, West Sussex BN43 5FFUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1273 455177 [email protected] www.fta-global.com
Contact: Justine Earle We are FTA, a world-class commercial flight academy based at Brighton City Airport, UK. We help our students develop the skills, experience and confidence they need to achieve their dreams of becoming airline pilots. Students learn to fly in state of the art aircraft, surrounded by the stunning views of the Sussex Downs. FTA provides courses that are both accessible and flexible, always putting our students first.
FORMAPLEX Special Projects Division, Unit A1, Hazleton Interchange, Horndean, Hampshire PO8 9JUUnited Kingdom+44 (0)2392 313100 [email protected] www.formaplex.com
Contact: Ken Doig Formaplex is a dynamic manufacturing group specialising in the manufacture of lightweight composite and thermoplastic component solutions. Utilising innovative processes and state of the art technologies we deliver cost effective, superior tooling and component solutions to customers across many sectors. Be it rapid prototype, or mass production we have grown our reputation on rapid response and high-quality product, delivered on time and in full. Located on four sites in and around Portsmouth, it is our combination of the right people, with the right attitudes and the right technology, which underpins our solutions and ultimately the success of our customers.
FROST & SULLIVAN Chiswick Park Building, 566 Chiswick High Road, London W4 5YFUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 8996 8500 [email protected] www.frost.com
Contact: Scott Clark The Frost & Sullivan Aerospace, Defence and Security (AD&S) business works with both government organisations and aerospace and defence companies, from platform primes, subsystem suppliers through to the supply chain, providing market research and insights to support planning, new product development and business capture. Our research program is exclusively focused on growth opportunities for our clients, requiring an innate understanding of our customers’ capabilities and portfolio. The breadth of industry coverage means we can take learnings across multiple sectors and apply them to an AD&S context and real-world situations.
FTEJEREZ Flight Training Europe, SL, Aeropuerto de Jerez de la Frontera, Base Aérea la Parra, 11401 CadizSpain+34 956 317800 [email protected] www.ftejerez.com
Contact: Oscar Sordo FTEJerez, formerly known as the British Aerospace Training College in Prestwick, Scotland, has its
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campus adjacent to the Jerez Airport in Southern Spain. The academy specialises in integrated airline pilot and ATC training and count top European and international airlines such as BA, Aer Lingus, Emirates, Flybe, BACF, easyJet, Norwegian, etc as clients. All training is conducted at Jerez with approximately 200 cadets accommodated on campus.
GAMA AVIATION LTD Business Aviation Centre, Farnborough Airport, Hampshire GU14 6XAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1252 553000 [email protected] www.gamagroup.com
Contact: Duncan Daines Gama is a global business aviation services organisation, founded in 1983 in the UK.The group currently employs over 400 people and operates over 80 business aircraft around the globe at 25 operating bases across four continents.
Gama’s global headquarters a located at Farnborough Airport in the UK, with regional headquarters in Stratford, Connecticut, Sharjah and Hong Kong.
The group’s companies and affiliates hold EU-OPS, FAA and UAE Charter Certificates, EASA, FAA and GCAA Part 145 Maintenance Approvals, EASA Part 21 Design and Manufacture Approvals and collectively offer business aircraft management, charter, maintenance and design, cleaning, FBO Executive Handling and aviation software services to a wide range of high net worth, corporate, military and Government clients.
Contact: Nadeem Muhiddin Established in 1990, Gamit is a technical consultancy for private, corporate, Government and small airlines. Specialising in VIP aircraft management Gamit provides complete technical support managing airframe and engine technical log, planned and un-planned maintenance and production of maintenance work scopes for operators. As well as an established CAMO, Gamit also provides comprehensive global spare parts and logistics with 24/7 AOG support.
Contact: Mark Lever Gatwick is a major national infrastructure asset for the South-East of England and the UK. It is the busiest single-runway airport in the world, serving over 45m passengers each year to over 225 destinations.
GE CAPITAL AVIATION SERVICES Aviation House, Shannon, Co ClareIreland+353 61 706 500 [email protected] www.gecas.com
Contact: Anne Lee GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) is a world leader in aviation leasing and financing. With 50 years of aviation finance experience, GECAS offers a wide range of aircraft types including narrow-bodies, wide-bodies, regional jets, turboprops, freighters and helicopters, plus multiple financing products and services including operating leases, purchase/leasebacks, secured debt financing, capital markets, engine leasing, airframe parts management and airport/airline consulting. GECAS owns or services a fleet of nearly 2,000 aircraft (1,685 fixed-wing and 310 rotary-wing) in operation or on order, plus provides loans collateralised on an additional ~400 aircraft. GECAS serves more than 250 customers across 79 countries from a network of 26 offices.
GENERAL ATOMICS AERONAUTICAL SYSTEMS UK Tower 42, 25 Old Broad Street, London EC2N 1HQUnited [email protected]/
Contact: Jonny King General Atomics Aeronautical Systems UK Ltd (GA-UK) is an affiliated entity of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc (GA-ASI). Based in London, GA-UK works with best-of-breed European systems and support providers to enhance the capabilities of GA-ASI’s Predator®-series Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The series has an unrivalled pedigree, with over three million flight hours in military and civilian applications worldwide. GA-UK provides dedicated support for UK Ministry of Defence Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) requirements. The RAF’s fleet of deployed Predator® B/MQ-9 Reaper RPAS are controlled from Ground Control Stations at both RAF Waddington and Creech Air Force Base in Nevada.
GENERAL DYNAMICS UK LTD Bryn Brithdir, Oakdale Business Park, Blackwood, Newport, South Wales NP12 4AAUnited Kingdom+44 (0)149 523 6300 [email protected] www.generaldynamics.uk.com/
Contact: Amanda Jackson General Dynamics UK Limited is a leading prime contractor and complex systems integrator working in partnership with government, military and civil forces and private companies around the world. The Company has 50-years’ experience in technical leadership, manufacturing expertise and prime contract management skills to deliver C4I communications solutions, Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) technology, security systems for critical national infrastructure and deployable infrastructure.
GENERAL SIR JOHN KOTELAWALA DEFENCE UNIVERSITY Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Kandawala Estate, RatamalanaSri Lanka +94 11 2635268 [email protected] www.kdu.ac.lk
Contact: Chandimal Hettiarachchi The only tri-service defence university in Sri Lanka with a history of 30 years, the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) has been the pioneer in providing undergraduate level education in Aeronautical Engineering for over 20 years. The department of Aeronautical Engineering has produced many competent young aeronautical engineers to the nation to respond on the requirements of the nation and evolving technologies used within the Sri Lanka Air Force. In keeping in par with the national policy of elevating Sri Lanka into an Educational and Aviation Hub in the South Asian Region, the KDU opened its doors to civilian students as well. The department ensures a multidisciplinary learning environment for its students who range from locals as well as Africans and other Asian countries.
GKN AEROSPACE Global Engineering Office, Building 04H, PO Box 500, Golf Course Lane, Filton, Bristol BS34 9AUUnited Kingdom +44 (0)117 317 6210 [email protected] www.gkn.com/aerospace
Contact: David Bond GKN Aerospace is one of the world’s largest independent first tier aerospace suppliers, with technology on-board 100,000 flights a day. GKN Aerospace engineers complex, high-performance, high-value integrated metallic and composite assemblies for aerostructures and engine products, as well as aircraft wiring interconnect systems. GKN has significant participation on almost every major civil and military fixed and rotary wing programme in development and production today. GKN Aerospace’s technology-led products are manufactured using the latest developments in materials processing and advanced metallic and composite manufacturing techniques.
Contact: Mike Stewart Glasgow Prestwick Airport is an international airport situated in the west of Scotland, 50km south west of Glasgow – Scotland’s largest city.
The Airport is the only Scottish airport with its own railway station, which is accessible through the terminal. It also connects with the wider motorway network via the M77.
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Located on the Great Circle Route between North America and the Middle East and being the first mainland airport between the USA and Europe it is ideal for fuel stops.
The main runway length is 2,987m and it offers take-off and landing over sea and agricultural making it a fantastic training airport.
Its highly skilled in-house workforce can handle all types of aircraft – passenger and cargo. Business aviation, military, medical and recreational flights can all be handled discreetly at a dedicated secure ramp, which includes an immigration clearance facility.
The airport is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and has MRO based onsite. The large footprint of the airport plays host to dedicated Search and Rescue and has further land available for development.
Contact: Marcus Mimms Global Aviation Training Services (GATS) is a UK-based company providing a wide range of aviation training services and custom-built solutions in the field of Air Traffic Management. The company operates in a fast-moving and exciting industry sector providing its services to customers from over 35 countries, many of which are fast-growing emerging markets.
Global ATS offers many services which can be provided either in-country or at its Gloucestershire Airport facility, a UK CAA and ICAO ATC training college in western England.
Global’s success is driven by experienced people and a commitment to get results – operating responsibly, executing with excellence, applying innovative technologies and importantly delivering customer satisfaction.
GLOBAL TREK AVIATION LIMITED 8 Dow Road, International Aerospace Park, Monkton, Ayrshire KA9 2TUUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1292 476737 [email protected] www.globaltrekaviation.com
Contact: David McColm Global Trek Aviation is a full service FBO (Fixed Based Operator) providing aircraft ground handling and aircraft refuelling services at Belfast International Airport.
The company has at its core a professional and highly dedicated team. All Line Service personnel are NATA Safety 1st trained and certified in
addition to having completed comprehensive company training on all areas of the operation to ensure safety and customer service is a
number one priority. Global Trek Aviation can support all sizes and types of civilian and military aircraft, from supporting air mobility missions, to rolling out the red carpet for the most demanding VIP Corporate Jet customers.
GMR CONSULTING 33 St James Square, London SW1Y 4JSUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7129 1416 [email protected] www.gmrconsulting.com
Contact: Jayne Baxter GMR provides consultancy services to the global aerospace industry, including aviation research and technical expertise, together with flight safety and risk assessment. Our multi-disciplined team are highly knowledgeable of international aviation regulations and established best practice throughout the industry.
In addition, GMR provides expert witness services in the form of written reports and oral testimony in highly complex aviation litigation. We take instructions from claimant and defendant lawyers for civil and criminal incidents involving commercial, military and private flights, worldwide.
GMR consultants include currently licensed fixed wing and rotary pilots and qualified aviation professionals in other aviation related disciplines.
Contact: Clark Sargent International law firm Gowling WLG has renowned expertise in aviation, aerospace and defence (AAD). Our clients include more than 20 carriers worldwide, UK MoD, primes and a host of first and second tier suppliers in the supply chain.
Clients chose our dedicated AAD team for their experience, their good advice, commerciality and no-nonsense approach. We have the legal experts, around the world, to help in all of M&A, commercial contracts, MRO, IP issues, disputes around the world, passenger and ticketing systems, outsourcing, employee relations, pensions, ITAR, aircraft financing or knowledge of international aviation standards.
GREEN AEROSPACE GROUP Units 1-2, Terry’s Cross Farm, Horn Lane, Woodmancote, West Sussex BN5 9SAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1273 494216 [email protected] www.greenaerospacegroup.com
Contact: Simon Green Since 1969, the Green Aerospace Group of Companies has worked with every major International Airline and Government Military worldwide. Delivering a unique portfolio of aircraft asset management products ranging from component support and MRO to aircraft leasing and finance. Our purpose built, wholly owned, 50,000sqft headquarters located in the heart of South East England provides the logistics centre for our worldwide operations.In addition to our company portfolio ranging from aerospace to construction we are continually looking for new projects capable of broadening and supplementing our global footprint.
GSE TOOL SUPPORT LTD Unit G4, Arena Business Centre, Holyrood Close, Poole, Dorset BH17 7FJUnited Kingdom+44 (0)207 1181 787 [email protected] www.gsetoolsupport.com
Contact: Simon Moyle GSE Tool Support is a leading maintenance, service and repair provider covering ground support equipment, engine stands, lifting devices and tooling. With years of experience in the industry, we understand how essential it is to keep equipment working efficiently and compliant within Health and Safety Regulations.
With a number of centres across the UK including London, Cardiff and Poole, we can provide timely, local support to cover both your scheduled and reactive needs. Our expert engineers are skilled to deal with statutory inspections all the way through to complete repairs. Fully mobile, the team is available to travel to any customer base across Europe and beyond.
Contact: Alex Murphy Gulf Aviation delivers aviation fuels and lubricants to a wide range of customers throughout the UK. Our turnkey operation allows us to focus on our customers. By building relationships built on trust, service and quality, Gulf Aviation can keep your business fuelled and your aircraft in the air, no matter how big or small your requirements are.
We can provide aviation products to flying clubs, helicopter operators, air taxis, private airfields, fixed based operators, charter and management companies, as well as a host of other operations in the GA market.
Contact: Trevor Esling Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,500 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the Gulfstream G280™, the Gulfstream G550™, the Gulfstream G500™, the Gulfstream G600™, the Gulfstream G650™ and the Gulfstream G650ER™. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales™. We invite you to visit our website for more information and photos at www.gulfstreamnews.com
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HARRODS AVIATION LIMITED First Avenue, London Stansted Airport CM24 1QQUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1279 665300 [email protected] www.harrodsaviation.com
Contact: Kerry Besgrove Harrods Aviation is the leading London-based business aviation service provider, offering world-class luxury FBO facilities and maintenance services at London Luton, London Stansted and now London Cranfield airports. There is also a dedicated Farnborough based Engine Shop providing global support to customers. Air Harrods offers several bespoke aircraft services including charter brokering, helicopter management, maintenance and pilot supply.
Contact: Gary Windas Established in 1988, Hawksland Associates provides Business Development, Management & Technical Support Services to aerospace, aviation, defence, allied-industry and private equity markets. We help our clients manage complex programmes, improve business performance, drive shareholder value and create competitive advantage.
We are known for our straightforward ‘hands-on’ approach to solving the most difficult business challenges. We work alongside client teams supporting them: identify new market opportunities, win contracts and grow market share; make acquisitions and joint ventures; develop and manage new aircraft and systems programmes – a core part of our business; reduce waste and costs; establish lean manufacturing and MRO operations; develop and commission factories and final assembly lines; set-up and manage low-cost supply chains; develop and integrate new advanced technologies. Leadership, coaching, mentoring and knowledge transfer also form part of our offering.
HEADQUARTERS ROYAL AIR FORCE AIR CADETS HQ Air Cadets, RAF Cranwell, Sleaford, Lincolnshire NG34 8HBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)140 026 7600 [email protected] www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets
Contact: Stuart McNeil The ACO comprises 949 ATC squadrons in 34 Wings and six Regions that all have non-public funds with charitable status and 215 Combined Cadet Force (CCF) (RAF) sections in six geographic areas; the 1,100 plus units are spread across the whole of the UK. Total cadet membership is 45,000 young men and women aged 13 to 19 years. from all social backgrounds and ethnic groups. We have 10,000 uniformed and civilian staff 98% of whom are volunteers. In addition, we have No2 Flying Training
School at RAF Syerston that trains and checks the staff of the 12 Volunteer Gliding Schools (VGS) that operate a fleet of 70 gliders. We also run Adventure Training Centres at Fairbourne in Wales and at Windermere in Cumbria.
HENRY JOHNSON – EGETRA GROUP 5 Rue Marc Seguin, CS 50436, 95 194 Goussainvill CedexFrance +33 1 39 94 7777 [email protected] www.egetra.com
Contact: Susanna Savoia Our company was established in 1870. Our activities are Air and Sea freight, road transportation, logistics and customs brokerage. We have dedicated departments for Aerospace, Pharma, Edition, Wine and spirits and international moving.
Henry Johnson is well known in aerospace business for more than 70 years and is a member of the Aviation Logistics Network – ALN, boasting more than 100 partners worldwide.
We ensure 24/7 AOG handling, airport assistance, hand-carry, oversize transportation, aircraft engines transportation, drop shipments to/from all destinations, chartering, time definite services, logistics including storage, picking, distribution, temperature control, hazardous material packing, customs brokerage, ATA carnet, insurance.
Our clients are airlines, manufactures, MRO specialists, raw material and component producers.
Our main forces are the experience and professionalism of our teams, our reactivity and availability, diversity of our services, flexibility and of course our worldwide networks.
HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE 40 GST Road, St Thomas Mount, Channai, Channai Tamil Nadu 600 016India +91 44 2234 1389 [email protected] www.hindustanuniv.ac.in
Contact: Anand Jacob Verghese Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (HITS), popularly known as Hindustan University, started in the year 1985 is one of the most sought after University in Tamil Nadu for its highly qualified and experienced faculty, excellent infrastructure and academic excellence since its inception. It is one of the top technical institutions in the Country accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ grade and NBA, New Delhi.
HITS is offering several Under Graduate Programmes and Post Graduate Programmes in Engineering & Technology, Architecture, Management and Applied Science in addition to MS (by Research) MPhil and PhD Programmes. It has received many awards and recognitions for its excellence in education. HITS is ranked 31 in India, 20 in South India, 13 in Tamilnadu and two in Chennai by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Govt. of India. The students’
community comprises from several foreign countries in addition to those from all over India, thus offering a cosmopolitan campus environment.
HITS has entered into MoUs and Academic Partnerships with several leading Industries and Universities in India and abroad. Hindustan University has been awarded many Funded Research Projects from leading agencies like Department of Science and Technology (DST), DRDO, Naval Research Board and many other leading Industries and R&D organisations.
Contact: Becky Howells HMG Aerospace is a leading publisher, event organiser and online intelligence provider for the international aerospace community. With industry titles spanning over 30 years, HMG has a team of journalists and experts connected around the globe, offering unrivalled coverage on the latest news and information for their respective sectors. Publications include Low-Fare & Regional Airlines and Inflight magazines.
HONDA AIRCRAFT COMPANY 6430 Ballinger Road, Greensboro, NC 27 410United States of America+1 336 662 0246 [email protected] www.hondajet.com
Contact: Bryce Yeargan Honda Aircraft Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Honda Motor Co, Inc. Founded in 2006, Honda Aircraft is responsible for the design, manufacturing, sales, service and support of the HondaJet. The company’s world headquarters is located in Greensboro, North Carolina, the birthplace of aviation. The HondaJet is the fastest, highest-flying, quietest and most fuel-efficient jet in its class. The HondaJet incorporates many technological innovations in aviation design that dramatically improves performance and fuel efficiency by reducing aerodynamic drag. The OTWEM design also reduces cabin sound, minimises ground-detected noise and allows for the roomiest cabin in its class, the largest baggage capacity and a fully serviceable private aft lavatory. The HondaJet is Honda’s first commercial aircraft and lives up to the company’s reputation for superior performance, efficiency, quality and value.
HYBRID AIR VEHICLES LTD Technology House, 239 Ampthill Road, Shortstown, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK42 9QGUnited Kingdom 01234 336400 [email protected] www.hybridairvehicles.com Contact: Chris DanielsHybrid Air Vehicles’ innovative Airlander is the
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world’s largest aircraft and is a hybrid of a wing and an airship. We are world leaders in the design, manufacture and operation of these revolutionary aircraft and the only company to have flown a full-scale prototype. Capable of carrying up to ten tonnes and remaining airborne for five days, Airlander’s stable ultra-endurance and payload capability sets it apart from other aircraft. It is greener than conventional aircraft and designed to function in austere weather conditions. Requiring minimal ground infrastructure, Airlander can land on virtually any flat surface – including water. Flight testing and customer trials continue in 2018.
IAAFPO Box 75769, DubaiUnited Arab Emirates+971 506551958 [email protected] www.iaafa.com
Contact: Colin Locke An association of Commercial and Corporate Aviation Flight Auditors, whose aims include:a. To promote best audit practices across the sphere
of flight operationsb. Enhance flight safety through our unique
opportunity to observe without judgementc. Advance audit techniques across aviation by
comparing and improving procedures across various domains
d. Bring together commercial and corporate aviation under one, de-identified Operational Audit umbrella
e. Add value to the flight safety process by providing an exchange of data to flight safety organisations on Audit findings.
ICONIC AIRCRAFT PARTNERSHIP The Old Vinyl Factory, Blyth Road, Richmond TW9 1AEUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 8914 7816 [email protected] www.aviationskillspartnership.com
Contact: Simon Witts Iconic Aircraft Partnership has been created to link selected iconic aircraft with the skills programmes of Aviation Skills Partnership and to supplement the skills activities with events and activities.This project was launched this year to coincide with the commemoration of the Battle of Britain 75th Anniversary. The Partnership will grow to embrace new projects and build on the success of the Aviation Skills Partnership links with Iconic Aircraft and people.
IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON Department of Aeronautics, Exhibition Road, London SW7 2AZUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7594 5100 [email protected] www3.imperial.ac.uk/aeronautics
Contact: Molly Ip Aeronautics was first taught at Imperial College in 1909, with the first chair of aviation occupied
in 1920 by Sir Richard Glazebrook. It is now one of the largest such Departments in the country. The Department has a reputation for excellence in its teaching and research. It has consistently achieved the highest possible rating in all national assessments of research. In this latest exercise, the results of which were published in December 2008, Aeronautics was one of six departments within Imperial College to achieve the highest, top-rated status; 30% of the department’s research was defined as ‘world leading’ and a further 50% was deemed to be ‘internationally excellent’. In all the previous RAEs, it has received the top 5* research rating. In addition to carrying out fundamental aerospace research we maintain excellent collaborative links with industry.
INCE & CO LLP Aldgate Tower, 2 Leman Street, London E1 8QNUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7481 0010 [email protected] www.incelaw.com
Contact: Gillie Belsham Ince & Co LLP’s team of aviation lawyers has over 40 years’ experience in the aviation and finance industries and advises on matters ranging from aircraft financing to the handling of complex and significant matters in a range of jurisdictions. We cover the full spectrum of aviation advice, including insurance and reinsurance, liability claims and subrogation work. We also advise on regulatory and commercial issues, commercial aircraft and business jet acquisition, fleet renewal and asset-based financing, reputation, aviation contract work, corporate governance, crisis management, strategic safety and reputation issues.
Our clients include airlines, operators, manufacturers, airports, insurers, reinsurers and financiers.
INTERNATIONAL SPACE UNIVERSITY 1, rue Jean-Dominique Cassini, Parc d’Innovation, 67400 Illkirch-GraffenstadenFrance +33 3 88 65 5430 [email protected] www.isunet.edu
Contact: Christopher Welch The International Space University (ISU) is a not-for-profit institution of higher learning, dedicated to the development of space for peaceful purposes through international and interdisciplinary education and research programs for students and space professionals. As well as an MSc in Space Studies at its central campus in Strasbourg, France, ISU offers annual professional development programs at a variety of global locations. Founded in 1987, ISU now has more than 4,000 alumni from over 100 countries. ISU’s Chancellor is Apollo astronaut Dr Edwin ‘Buzz’ Aldrin and ISU’s current President is Professor Walter Peeters.
INZPIRE LIMITED Landmark House West, Unit 1B Alpha Court, Kingsley Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN6 3TA
Contact: Alistair Howard Inzpire is a trusted partner of the UK MoD. Our team, drawn from the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force, has thousands of hours of combined military fast-jet and helicopter flying, as well as wider operational support experience.
Inzpire makes the world-leading GECO Air Mission Support Systems, which improve flight safety, enhance operational performance, and support the whole mission through route and performance planning, mission support, rehearsal and debrief capabilities.
In addition, Inzpire delivers a broad range of training and consultancy services which improve performance, safety, operational effectiveness and efficiency of British and International Armed Forces. We provide helicopter, fixed-wing and UAS operational training and support, both in live and synthetic environments. Furthermore, Inzpire provides Human Factors and Safety Training, supports UK Typhoon operations, and has the capability to deliver intelligence, cyber and counter-terrorism training.
IPSA PARIS63 Boulevard de Brandebourg, 94200 Ivry-sur-Seine France+33 (0)1 84 07 15 [email protected] Contact: Philippe Guidi IPSA is a graduate engineering school accredited by the CTI (Commission des Titres d’Ingénieurs), based in Paris and Toulouse, with a five-year Masters programme specialised in aeronautics and space.
Since 1961 IPSA’s effective approach to engineering (in mechanics and propulsion, telecommunication and embedded systems, mechatronics and control systems, space, launchers and satellites) has been combined with a strong emphasis on communication and management skills.
More than 170 professors, including 25% lecturers and researchers, drawn from industrial, state, military and academic fields, provide the students with 300 ECTS Credits of undergraduate and graduate education, completed by industrial projects and 28 weeks (minimum) of compulsory industrial placements.
English language testing and a mandatory semester abroad ensures IPSA students have a strong foundation for a range of careers from design engineer to quality or commercial managers in a variety of engineering sectors, in France or abroad.With a strong international perspective, IPSA has around 60 international university partners, both for the semester abroad and double degree students, and also provides Russian and Chinese language courses. Students are also encouraged to benefit from Erasmus grants for their industrial or academic internships.Moreover, IPSA has around 200 partnerships with companies, including some for R&D cooperative projects.
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Contact: Esther Blaine IWM is unique in its coverage of conflicts, especially those involving Britain and the Commonwealth, from WW1 to the present day. We seek to provide for, and to encourage, the study and understanding of the history of modern war and ‘wartime experience’. IWM Duxford is Europe’s premier centre of aviation history. The historic site, outstanding collections of exhibits and world-renowned air shows combine to create a unique museum where history really is in the air.
Contact: Mark WinzarJSSI is the leading independent provider of maintenance programs, covering virtually all makes and models of business aircraft, engines, and APUs. JSSI provides comprehensive, flexible and affordable financial programs and tools for managing the, often unpredictable, costs of operating and maintaining turbine-powered aircraft, including business and regional jets, turboprops and helicopters. JSSI serves customers globally and manages maintenance services through its worldwide infrastructure of technical advisors. Additional services include JSSI Parts; Jet Engine Leasing; an Asset Monitoring Platform; and JSSI Advisory Services, which utilises JSSI’s technical expertise and global network to inspect aircraft, perform ASA-certified appraisals, and manage maintenance events.
KAYS WORLDWIDE LOGISTICS LLC Agents Building, Dubai Cargo Building, PO Box 120856, DubaiUnited Arab Emirates +97142826998 [email protected] www.kayslog.com
Contact: Praveen Chandrasen With a local market presence along with a Global experience, Kay’s Worldwide Logistics is UAE’s leading independent provider for Aerospace solutions. The professional approach to our customers, blended with a personal touch and our ability to cater to all queries irrespective of the nature of shipments and offering tailored solutions, adds to our strength.
We have a fully equipped customs bonded warehouse with an acceptance facility at the Dubai Cargo village.
Be it a simple Customs bill execution, a complex dangerous goods solution, or a complete logistics and freight forwarding, our team of
expert operations executives, transporters and sales are dedicated to ensure that your unique shipping is completed well in time.
AOG – Aircraft on Ground services are there to ensure that your time & sensitive AOG parts are delivered to the desired destination on a priority basis. Our Aerospace team has the industry and operational expertise to ensure that we exceed your expectations and meet your transportation requirements.
With just over a decade in the business, backed by over 40 years of Airline management experience, Kays Worldwide Logistics, is a known name in the freight forwarding circles and in particular with it’s global and local network partners and service providers.We offer various services and products to meet our customers’ diverse requirements:● Air Freight● Sea Freight ● Land Transport● Customs Clearance● Dangerous Goods Handling● Warehousing● Exhibition Handling● Project Cargo
Contact: Roger Whipp Kennedys is a fully integrated global partnership which is internationally renowned for its commercial awareness, industry knowledge and innovation. We have over 1,700 people located in 20 countries within Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas and the Middle East. Our growing network of lawyers deliver straightforward legal solutions to the corporate, commercial, insurance and public sectors.
Kennedys has a substantial and abiding commitment to the international aviation sector. Our aviation team has extensive experience in supporting, advising and representing the global aviation industry and provides legal solutions for all aspects of aviation commercial and liability work, including aircraft finance and leasing, aircraft and engine maintenance, litigation and dispute resolution, regulatory, general commercial aviation and claims handling. Based in London, Dublin, Brussels, the United States Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai, our dynamic team of over 50 specialist lawyers have considerable experience working both in-house and as external legal advisors with international airlines and aircraft lessors.
Our clients include airlines and air operators, aerospace and defence companies, corporate jet owners and operators, MROs, FBOs, lessors and lessees, charterers, insurers and trade and regulatory authorities.
L3 CTS AIRLINE AND ACADEMY TRAINING LIMITED Unit 120, Nursling Industrial Estate, Mauretania
Contact: Karen Bath Bringing together some of the world’s leading pilot training, resourcing and simulation organisations, L-3 Commercial Training Solutions provides a full portfolio of truly integrated pilot training and systems solutions for the global, commercial aviation arena.
L-3 Commercial Training Solutions is fully committed to supporting our customers’ ambitions and visions. Our totally scalable, innovative solutions to diverse training, resourcing and simulation challenges are unpinned by a commitment to the customer, quality and safety.
The qualities that have enabled us to support our customers so successfully to date continue to thrive within our dedicated team: flexibility, a drive to innovate and desire to establish true partnerships with our customers.
L3 TECHNOLOGIES LONDON OPERATIONS 23 King Street, St James’s, London SW1Y 6QYUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 3705 5199 [email protected] www.l-3com.com/
Contact: Ronald Cook Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs approximately 61,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems, aircraft modernisation and maintenance and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of a broad range of electronic systems used on military and commercial platforms.
LEBANESE PILOTS ASSOCIATION (LPA) MEA Head Quarters, PO Box 113-6710, BeirutLebanon +961 1623611 [email protected]
Contact: Rola Hoteit The Lebanese Pilots Association (LPA) is the pilots’ union in Lebanon that was established in 17 March 1955.
Today the LPA includes 224 pilots from Middle East Airlines (MEA) and Trans Mediterranean Airlines (TMA). It has a board that consists of ten elected pilots.
The main concern of LPA is to protect pilots’ interest and to improve their condition of service. In addition, LPA is responsible for their medical after retirement, their loss of license and their pension scheme.
The LPA is a member of International Federation of Air Lines Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA) and a member of Skyteam pilots’ Associations (SPA).
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LEONARDO8-10 Great George Street, London SW1P 3AEUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7340 6132www.uk.leonardocompany.com/Contact: Clare [email protected]
LEONARDO AIRBORNE AND SPACE SYSTEMS300 Capability Green, Luton, Bedfordshire LU1 3PGUnited KingdomT +44 (0)1582 886000
Contact: John [email protected] is among the top ten global players in aerospace, defence and security and is Italy’s principal industrial company. Leonardo operates globally, leveraging on its breadth of technology and capability and product leadership through seven business divisions: Helicopters; Aircraft; Aero-structures; Airborne & Space Systems; Land & Naval Defence Electronics; Defence Systems; and Security & Information Systems. With headquarters in Italy and over 47,000 employees, the Company has a strong industrial presence in four markets (Italy, UK, US and Poland), and an important network of strategic partnerships across the world.
Leonardo in the UK
Leonardo makes a significant contribution to the UK economy with revenues in the UK of £2bn, including £1bn of exports. The company employs 7,000 highly skilled personnel across the country. The company’s leading position in the UK as a world-class advanced engineering company is built on its sustained investment in research and technology and in world-class facilities, and the expertise of its scientists, researchers and engineers. Leonardo invests around £200m annually in R&D in the UK and continues to help to sustain a substantial UK supply network of over 1,700 companies. The company’s competitive edge lies in the quality of its core technical expertise and capabilities, combined with the collective ability to develop and deliver integrated systems and solutions.
Leonardo Helicopters is a technology leader in its markets and has an unrivalled range of rotorcraft products designed to satisfy the requirements of commercial, public service and military customers. The company’s products range from the 1.8-ton five-place single-engine AW009 to the 16-ton three-engine AW101 helicopter. It is also developing the world’s first commercial tiltrotor, the AW609 and rotary wing unmanned air systems. The Division places great emphasis on delivery and quality of service, providing leading integrated support and training solutions to its growing customer base.
Leonardo Airborne & Space Systems designs,
develops and manufactures products and solutions for air and space platforms including integrated mission systems, radars, infra-red & electro-optic sensors, lasers, electronic warfare systems, on-board avionics, aerial target systems, satellite sensors, space mission payloads and advanced robotic systems. The Division also develops and produces Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), which can be offered through full life-cycle service contracts. The Division provides the customer with a full suite of ISTAR solutions (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance) which can be operated on any platform and with any on-board equipment, providing continuous situational awareness at tactical level and interoperability within any operational environment.
LOCKHEED MARTIN UK LTD Cunard House, 15 Regent Street, London SW1Y 4LRUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7979 8000 [email protected] www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/
Contact: Peter Ruddock Lockheed Martin UK, headquartered in London is the UK-based arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.
LONDON BIGGIN HILL AIRPORT Passenger Terminal, Main Road, Biggin Hill, Bromley, Kent TN16 3BHUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1959 578500 [email protected] www.bigginhillairport.com
Contact: William Curtis London Biggin Hill Airport is one of only three commercial airports within the boundary of Greater London. While providing private business jets and owners with a home base as well as offering a key London gateway to overseas visitors, Biggin Hill continues to honour its heritage as arguably the best-known RAF fighter station of WW2. London Biggin Hill Airport continues to strategically expand its activities within the business and general aviation sector in order to provide high value local jobs and further support for the London and wider UK economy.
LONDON CITY AIRPORT JET CENTRE Jet Centre, Royal Docks, London E16 2PJUnited Kingdom+44 (0)7872107312 [email protected] jetcentre.londoncityairport.com/
Contact: Nick Rose London City Airport Private Jet Centre is the only private jet centre situated within London itself which means the passenger arrives closer to the key business districts.
Just three miles from Canary Wharf and five miles from the City, speed and efficiency are appreciated by time poor business travellers.
1. Re only Jet Centre actually in London2. 90 second departure and arrival experience3. World class customer service and facilities 4. 30 minutes by road from Mayfair and Kensington
Contact: Nicholas Barton London Luton Airport (LLA) is the fifth busiest airport in the UK and among the top three in Europe for General Aviation. LLA is experiencing record passenger growth, hitting 12 million in a 12-month period for the first time in November 2015. To meet this demand, and at a time when airport capacity in the UK is under strain, LLA has embarked on a £110m transformation programme. The development will expand annual capacity by 50% to 18 million by 2020 and significantly improve the passenger experience in the terminal and surface access to the airport.
LONDON OXFORD AIRPORT The Terminal, Oxford Airport, Langford Lane, Kidlington, Oxford OX5 1RAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1865 290710 [email protected] www.londonoxfordairport.com
Contact: James Dillon-Godfray London Oxford Airport is one of the UK’s primary business and general aviation airports, located an hour north west of London and seven miles from Oxford city. Historically host to Europe’s largest pilot training academy (currently CAE OAA), the airport today also sees some 6,000 business aviation moments a year and a further 6,000 helicopter movements, mainly with Airbus Helicopters whose UK HQ is at the airport. The airport has evolved in the last decade to be one of the UK’s primary hubs for aviation support and services to the pilot training, business aviation and broader general aviation sectors.
LORD CORPORATION (EUROPE) LTD Unit 12b, Westpoint Enterprise Park, Clarence Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1QSUnited Kingdom +41 (0)22 761 50 60 [email protected] www.lord.com
Contact: Michael NealLORD is a diversified technology company with a long history of developing breakthrough adhesive, coating and motion management technologies
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that significantly improve the performance of our customers’ products. We have provided innovative solutions to demanding aerospace, defence, automotive and industrial customer problems for more than 85 years. We focus on developing and applying new technologies ranging from rubber to metal isolators and coupling through to Active Noise and Vibration Control Systems as well as Adhesives, Coatings and Magnetically Responsive Technologies.
MARSHALL AEROSPACE AND DEFENCE GROUP LTD The Airport, Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8RXUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1223 373737 [email protected]
Contact: Oliver DruryMarshall Aerospace and Defence Group is a leading independent aerospace and defence company, specialising in the conversion, modification, maintenance and support of military and commercial aircraft, the design and manufacture of aerostructures and special mission vehicles and shelters for the armed forces and humanitarian aid organisations and the provision of personnel and training into advanced engineering sectors.
The company has more than 80 years’ experience in aviation and a full-spectrum engineering capability that includes project/product conception, design, manufacture, test, certification, integration/embodiment, in-service support and legacy platform/system sustainment for several aircraft platforms. These capabilities have been exported to more than 33 countries and the company is working with 12 of the world’s air forces in relation to the C-130 platform and supports major platform OEMs – such as Lockheed Martin, Boeing, BAE Systems, Bombardier, and Airbus on land, at sea and in the air.
Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group is headquartered in Cambridge, where it employs more than 1,700 highly trained personnel on its 800 acre site, which includes 1.2 million ft2 of hangar space plus the company-owned Cambridge Airport. The company also has other sites in the UK and offices in Australia, UAE, Canada and The Netherlands.
Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group is part of the Marshall Group, which employs more than 6,000 worldwide and which has a turnover of £2.7bn and is the 17th largest privately owned business in the UK.
MARTEC LTD St Augustine’s Business Park, Swalecliffe, Whitstable, Kent CT5 2QJUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1227 793733 [email protected] www.martec.solutions
Contact: David Marsden Martec is a leading manufacturer of harsh environment interconnects for aerospace, defence, sub sea & motorsport. Since 1987 Martec has provided innovative design, development support and manufacturing capability to aerospace projects, particularly in the fields of high temperature and pressure hermetic sensor and systems packaging. We provide support to all stages of the project
lifecycle, from concept through to qualification, acceptance and obsolescence management. Located in Whitstable, Kent, we have been a member of the Amphenol Group since March 2016
Contact: Andrew Martin Martin-Baker is the world’s longest established and most experienced manufacturer of ejection seats and related equipment to safeguard the aviator throughout the escape, survival, location and recovery phases. The company has also developed a range of special crashworthy seats for helicopters that incorporate energy attenuation systems and a range of fixed-wing crew and mission seats that can
be fitted in most maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft. Martin-Baker has headquarters in Denham (England) and locations in France, Italy and the US. Backed by over 70 years of experience, Martin-Baker has saved over 7,554 aircrew lives to date in 92 air forces around the World.
Contact: Angie Deady-FiddlerMartyn Fiddler Aviation has over 30 years’ experience in helping clients own and import their aircraft. We have unrivalled inhouse capabilities to identify issues and provide solutions for business aircraft owners and operators, airlines and aircraft leasing companies.
Our specialist aviation services apply to: taxation, ownership, EU importation, exportation and customs matters. Our clients benefit from the experience, training and expertise of a dedicated aviation team working together on solutions which can save the client time and expense.
MBDA UK LIMITED Bought Ledger, Accounts Dept (PB117b), PO Box 19, Six Hills Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2DAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)143 875 2000 [email protected] www.mbda-systems.com/
Contact: Paula Campbell MBDA has over 50 years of experience in the design, development and integration of guided weapon systems and has a broad range of weapon system solutions covering the full spectrum of capabilities to maximise our customers’ capabilities for the 21st century. The current generation include Dual Mode Brimstone and Storm Shadow air-to-ground weapons and ASRAAM and Meteor air-to-air weapons.
Contact: Tony Wood Meggitt comprises five divisions. Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems is the number one producer of wheels, brakes and brake control systems for regional and business jets and military aircraft. Meggitt Control Systems is a leading supplier of thermal management equipment. The Meggitt Equipment Group’s capability includes combat support products (ammunition-handling, military electronics cooling and countermeasure launch and recovery systems), avionics and aircraft fire protection and control systems. Meggitt Polymers & Composites designs and develops aircraft seals, flexible fuel tanks and coatings, complex composite structure and smart ice protection systems. Meggitt Sensing Systems excels in high performance sensing and monitoring systems.
Contact: Mohammed Aziz Middle East Airlines was established in May 1945. In 1963, it merged with Air Liban and in 1968 most of its fleet was destroyed on the ground as a result of an Israeli attack on Beirut International Airport; however, the airline emerged stronger.
The frequent closure of Beirut International Airport during Lebanon’s civil war between 1975 and 1990 constituted another challenge to MEA; again, the airline managed to survive. With the return to normality in 1990, MEA succeeded in reinstating service to all its previous destinations and strengthened its network.
From 1998 to 2002, MEA implemented its largest restructuring ever, turning around the company from huge annual losses to achieve profits for 13 consecutive years. Throughout its history, MEA has been proud of maintaining the highest safety standards, regardless of its financial situation.
MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA BUSINESS AVIATION ASSOCIATION (MEBAA) Business Central Tower- Tower B, Office 3101, Sheik Zayed Road – Dubai Media City, PO Box 117733, DubaiUnited Arab Emirates+971 4 4356670 [email protected] www.mebaa.com
Contact: Maryam Alnaqbi The Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) is the official representative of the business aviation industry in the Middle East
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and North Africa (MENA) region and is a member of the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC). MEBAA is a non-profit association established in 2006 with the mission to provide a platform for members of the business aviation industry in the MENA region to gather, understand and communicate the needs and benefits of the industry.
Contact: Paul Robinson Part of the Ministry of Defence and operating within the Defence Safety Authority, the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) is an independent organisation responsible for the regulation, surveillance, inspection and assurance of the Defence air operating and technical domains. It ensures the safe design and use of military air systems.
As the single authority responsible for regulating all aspects of air safety across Defence, the MAA has full oversight of all Defence aviation activity. Through independent audit and continuous surveillance of military aviation, the MAA aims to provide the Secretary of State for Defence with the necessary assurance that appropriate standards of air safety are maintained in providing operational capability.
The MAA’s Vision: To be a world class military air safety regulatory and assurance organisation that is proactive, innovative, modern, efficient and effective. Its Mission: To enhance the delivery of operational capability through continual improvement in military air safety, appropriate culture, regulation and practice.
Contact: Chris Dare The Monarch Group is a leading UK-based travel group with core activities in scheduled airline operations, tour operations and aircraft engineering.
Our leading brands have a long and rich heritage and have successfully adapted to a continuously changing industry.
Monarch Aircraft Engineering’s expertise underpinned the quality and efficiency of the Monarch Airlines fleet for over 40 years and has a rapidly-growing third-party customer base.
Contact: Christopher Jones Moog is a worldwide designer, manufacturer and integrator of precision control systems and products for the world’s leading aerospace and defence programmes. Moog’s high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, flight simulators and load testing equipment. Our aftermarket support options include MRO services, upgrade programs and turnkey logistics support.
MUSEUM OF FLIGHT 9404 East Marginal Way South, Seattle WA 98108United States of America+1 206 764 5700 [email protected]/
Contact: Trip Switzer The independent, non-profit Museum of Flight is one of the largest air and space museums in the world. Its collection includes more than 150 historically significant air- and spacecraft, as well as the Red Barn® – the original manufacturing facility of The Boeing Company. The museum’s aeronautical library and archives are the largest on the American west coast. More than 140,000 children are served annually by museum educational programmes – the most extensive museum-based aviation and space outreach programme in the country. The Museum is the only aviation museum in Washington State that is both nationally accredited with the American Association of Museums and a Smithsonian affiliate.
Contact: Christian Hughes Nasstar PLC is listed on the London Stock Exchange (Ticker NASA) and one of the UK’s leading managed IT service providers. We deliver bespoke clouds, professional services, managed IT and a range of technical products to organisations operating within eight strategic industry sectors.
Contact: Jane Johnston NATS is a leading air navigation solutions specialist, handling 2.4 million flights in 2016/17, covering the UK and eastern North Atlantic. NATS provides air traffic control from UK centres at Swanwick, Hampshire and Prestwick, Ayrshire. NATS also provides air traffic control services at 14 UK airports and, in a joint venture with Ferrovial, at a number of airport towers in Spain. Building on its reputation for operational excellence and innovation, NATS also offers aerodrome, data, engineering and
consultancy solutions to customers worldwide, including airports, air traffic service providers and Governments. There is more information on the NATS website at www.nats.aero
NEWTON 2 Kingston Business Park, Kingston Bagpuize, Oxon OX13 5FEUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1865 920 700 Emma.O’[email protected] www.newtoneurope.com
Contact: Emma O’Donnell Newton is the leading operational and financial improvement specialist in Europe. Founded in 2001 by a group of highly qualified and experienced engineers, the company’s objective is straightforward: to deliver sustainable performance improvement of 10%-50% in our client’s operations and supply chain without capital expenditure. From its roots in manufacturing, Newton applies its unique engineering-based approach across the aerospace and defence industries, working in areas as diverse as technical problem solving, manufacture, assembly, procurement, tooling, aircraft maintenance and test, from the factory floor to design offices and throughout the supply chain. Newton has a proven track record of delivering rapid improvements in cost, delivery and quality performance, from the UK’s largest defence alliances to world class niche suppliers.
Contact: Ken Beedle Northrop Grumman is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products and solutions in unmanned systems, cyber, C4ISR, and logistics and modernisation to government and commercial customers worldwide. The company has a well-established global presence and maintains an extensive network of regional offices and local businesses serving customers in key markets in Europe, Australia, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.
NP SIMULATIONS UK LTD 129 Upper Richmond Road, Putney, London SW15 2TXUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 3727 2073 [email protected] www.npsimulations.com
Contact: Nick Taylor From a modern and accessible central London location, NP Simulations UK provides a unique experience for individuals to take command of the world’s most popular jet airliner in a state of the art, high fidelity, FAA approved Boeing 737-800 flight simulator, through its Flight Experience London operation. Its training division, Groundschool London, provides an engaging combination of
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technology and teaching techniques to inspire, prepare and create the next generation of young pilots and aviation professionals, providing practical and theory based preparatory courses for all ages and standards from 15 years upwards.
OAKLANDS GLOBAL 7 Vale Avenue, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1DJUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1892 536472 [email protected] www.oaklandsglobal.co.uk
Contact: William Finden Oaklands Global is a market leading Aviation & Aerospace Recruitment Consultancy. We provide skilled professionals through retained, contingent and contract recruitment solutions on an international basis.
With over 25 years of recruitment experience we have learnt to be adaptable and resourceful which enables us to provide our international Client portfolio with not just recruitment services, but also market insight and advice to attract the best professional.
Oaklands Global are members of the REC (The Recruitment & Employment Confederation). For this we must comply with a stringent code of conduct and best recruitment practices to ensure the highest service levels to both Clients and Candidates.
Contact: Clare Glackin Odgers Berndtson is the UK’s leading executive search firm, helping private and public-sector organisations find the highest calibre people for permanent and interim management appointments in the UK and internationally. We have a dedicated Aerospace & Defence Practice which operates across all parts of the sector, both nationally and internationally.
OGMA -INDUSTRIA AERONAUTICA DE PORTUGAL SAParque Aeronautico De Alverca, 2615-173 Alverca, AlvercaPortugal+351 21 958 1000 [email protected] www.ogma.pt
Contact: Pedro De Melo Raposo OGMA combines the accumulated know-how of 97 years as maintenance provider and aerostructures supplier, providing high quality and value added services and solutions.
Within the MRO market, OGMA offers a complete portfolio of services for defence, commercial and executive aviation, from heavy maintenance, landing gear and engine overhaul, painting and modifications.
Within the aerostructures market, OGMA is today a major supplier of integrated solutions
to OEMs and first tier suppliers. As the leading Portuguese company in this field, we are proud to be involved in some of the most important ongoing aeronautical programmes.
ORBITAL ACCESS LTD Suite 208, Liberator House, Glasgow Prestwick International Airport, Spirit Aerosystems Campus, Prestwick, Ayrshire KA9 2PTUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1292 429111 [email protected] www.orbital-access.com
Contact: Caroline Mcintyre Orbital Access is a full capability launch systems and services business based at Prestwick Airport in Scotland. It harnesses the unique whole aircraft design and manufacturing capability at Prestwick along with national and international partners to develop horizontal take off small payload launch systems. The first is an air-launched two-stage to orbit 500kg payload system tailored around the needs of the UK’s Small and Micro satellite developers and their equivalents worldwide. To develop launchers to maintain the UK’s competitiveness in the future, Orbital Access leads the Future UK Small Payload Launcher FSPLUK project team as principal commercialisation and implementation partner.
ORIENS AVIATION LTD Building 510, Churchill Way, London Biggin Hill Airport, Kent TN16 3BNUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 3770 3828 [email protected] www.oriensaviation.com
Contact: Charlotte Wroe As exclusive, British Isles, Pilatus distributor, Oriens Aviation is a relatively new business, founded and run by an experienced aircraft owner and pilot, with a passion for flying, quality, value and exceptional customer service. We are ready and keen, to exceed your expectations!
Here’s why the Swiss-built Pilatus was, hands-down, the winning product for us to support: The Swiss as a national, pride themselves in producing products of the highest quality in a competitive, global market and the they pride themselves in Pilatus, which is a revered household name, with the average Swiss citizen.
Contact: Gp Capt Kamran Ahmad Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra (PAC Kamra) is situated 70km from Islamabad, the nation’s capital. The complex houses four factories and is spread over ten square kilometres. It employs over 10,000 personnel.
PAC Kamra offers MRO services for the entire aircraft fleet of PAF and its associated equipment.
It also offers some specific and general engineering services to other Armed Forces of Pakistan as well as other customers, as and when required.
PAC is involved in the manufacture of Mushshak and Super Mushshak trainer aircraft. It is also engaged in co-production of JF-17 fighter aircraft in collaboration with China National Aero-Technology Import and Export Corporation.
PAKISTAN AIR FORCE Air Headquarters PAF Complex, Sector E-9, Islamabad 44230Pakistan +92 519506701 [email protected] www.paf.gov.pk
Contact: Mujahid Khan The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is a highly efficient air force dedicated to defend the aerial frontiers of the country. It is recognised globally for its professionalism and safety standards.
It has been involved in two major wars, in 1965 and 1971. On both occasions it achieved outstanding operational results. In the recent past it has been brought the insurgency under control, in conjunction with the land forces.
As an operator of a small fleet, PAF struggles to balance its limited resources with the ever-increasing demands placed on it. PAF has met this challenge by focusing on the core task of producing battle-winning people who lie at the heart of this capability.
Contact: Robert Dick Panasonic Avionics connects the business and pleasure of flying. We design, develop, manufacture, and install customised in-flight entertainment and communications (IFEC) solutions that positively impact the airline’s business, based on their specific fleet, brand and operations requirements.
We use broadband connectivity to connect an airline’s IFE system to their marketing and maintenance organisations. Our global turnkey support organisation delivers proactive maintenance and repair services that ensure maximum system reliability, availability and performance. We deliver more than entertainment systems. We deliver business solutions.
PRETORIA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY Roper Street, Brooklyn, Box 11790, Hatfield, Pretoria 0028South Africa [email protected] www.boyshigh.com
Contact: John Illsey The PBHS Aeronautical Society is one of the extra mural activities offered at the school. It has been
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running for over two decades and is intended to foster an interest in all facets of aviation and to expose members to various career options within civil and military aviation. Many past members have pursued a career in an aviation-related field. Activities of the Society include hosting guest speakers; undertaking excursions to local airports and aviation companies and undertaking pr4actical projects that allow pupils hands-on experience.
PROSPECT New Prospect House, 8 Leake Street, London SE1 7NNUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1932 577055 [email protected] www.prospect.org.uk
Contact: John Stevenson Prospect is the leading UK union for professionals working in aviation with members in airworthiness, air traffic control, navigation and communications systems, accident investigation and regulation of the industry. Prospect continues to campaign hard on safety and is involved in many wide-ranging activities such as influencing the regulator and any proposed regulatory amendments. Prospect are a founding member of AEI (Aircraft Engineers International) and with our longstanding participation on committees such as CHIRP, UK Flight Safety and the Royal Aeronautical Licensed Engineers standing committee, Prospect continue to champion strict adherence to technical, safety, environmental, trading and employment standards
Prospect is a member of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) and the European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF), which is the recognised social partner for all EU social dialogue on transport matters. The Civil Aviation Section of the ETF is deeply involved in the technical development of EASA regulations.
QANTAS AIRWAYS Building A, 10 Bourke Road, Mascot New South Wales 2020Australia +61 2 9691 3636 [email protected]
Contact: Alan Joyce Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest domestic and international airline. Registered originally as the Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services Limited (QANTAS), Qantas is widely regarded as the world’s leading long distance airline and one of the strongest brands in Australia. The airline has built a reputation for excellence in safety, operational reliability, engineering and maintenance and customer service.
The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers using two complementary airline brands – Qantas and Jetstar. The airline also operates subsidiary businesses including other airlines and businesses in specialist markets such as Q Catering. The airline brands operate regional, domestic and international services. The Group’s broad portfolio of subsidiary businesses ranges from Qantas Freight Enterprises to Qantas Frequent Flyer. Qantas employ over
30,000 people with approximately 93% of them based within Australia.
Contact: Salam Al Shawa Qatar Airways is the national airline of the State of Qatar and one of the aviation industry’s big success stories. This year the airline celebrates its twentieth anniversary.
Qatar Airways has become one of the fastest growing carriers in the world with unprecedented expansion averaging double digit growth year on year.
Qatar Airways joined oneworld in, October 2013, with integration into the global alliance completed within one year of the October 2012 joining announcement.
The airline has developed under the dynamic leadership of Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr Akbar Al Baker, appointed in 1997, who has been instrumental in turning Qatar Airways into an award-winning carrier and the best in the world. The airline is recipient of the Airline of the Year award – four times – at the annual Skytrax Awards, voted Airline of the Year at the 2017 Skytrax Awards.
QFINSOFT (PTY) LTD 76 Soveriegn Drive, Route 21 Corporate Park, Poshnet Suite #274, Irene, Centurion, Elarduspark 0047South Africa +27 12 345 1917 [email protected] www.qfinsoft.co.za/
Contact: Danie de Kock Qfinsoft (Pty) Ltd was founded in 1999 and represents the combined expertise of a group of engineers with years of practical and consulting experience in computer aided engineering. These technical capabilities have led to the development of several commercial products and engineering software packages. Through Qfinsoft’s international network, we have partnered with world-leading CAE companies to represent them in South Africa. With these partnerships we distribute, train and support local users in the use of ANSYS and Rocky DEM software products.
Contact: Ian Beresford We provide technology-based independent advice and support to customers in our core markets of aerospace, defence and security, including military, security and civilian organisations across a broad range of international markets, particularly the USA and UK. We do this by building relationships with our customers, becoming a true partner they can trust to
contribute technical innovation, domain knowledge, independence and integrity to their mission.
QINETIQ AUSTRALIA Level 3, 12 Brindabella Circuit, Canberra, ACT 2609Australia [email protected] Contact: Sarah Roberson QinetiQ Australia is a people-based business that provides advice and services across the aerospace, land and maritime domains of the defence market and to Government, training and industry sectors. Because QinetiQ Australia does not make or manufacture products it is independent of the Defence supply chain and the large product-focused Original Equipment Manufacturers. This impartiality, combined with technical know-how, means the company is uniquely placed to understand its customers’ issues and work with them to ensure their ongoing success. QinetiQ Australia’s team is augmented and enhanced by global expertise from the UK, US and other international businesses including OptaSense, Boldon James and Commerce Decisions.
QUALITAIR AVIATION GROUP Francis Court, High Ditch Road, Fen Ditton, Cambridge CB5 8TEUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1223 295111 [email protected] www.qualitair.com
Contact: Paul ConwayEstablished in 1969, Qualitair leads the way in staffing solutions for the aviation and aerospace industries. Qualitair specialises in cross-border compliance and has a multinational, multilingual workforce supported by offices in the UK and The Netherlands, plus labour licences across all major geographies. Qualitair’s solutions portfolio includes permanent staff recruitment, temporary staffing solutions, managed service provision, fixed-price modification projects and partner-delivered services such as NDT inspection, aircraft painting and aircraft cleaning. Qualitair’s services are highly flexible and can be tailored to meet any anticipated level of demand, helping clients meet the expectations of their customers.
QUEEN MARY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON School of Engineering & Material Science, Mile End Road, London E1 4NSUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7882 5555 [email protected] www.sems.qmul.ac.uk
Contact: Vassili Toropov Queen Mary is one of the world’s leading universities, with first-class academic, inspirational teaching, and a distinguished 229-year history of preparing men and women for rewarding careers.
The School of Engineering and Materials Science (SEMS) has a long, successful history of education and research in aeronautical engineering. We
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pioneered the teaching and research in aeronautical engineering as early as 1907 by Albert Peter Thurston, meaning that we are the world’s oldest continuous provider of education and research in aeronautical engineering. We continue to have a thriving research community and to deliver high quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
QUISS TECHNOLOGY PLC Claymore, Tame Valley Industrial Estate, Tamworth B77 5DQUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1827 219893 [email protected] www.quiss.co.uk
Contact: Matt Rhodes Quiss Technology plc provides a comprehensive range of hosted and on-premise IT and telephony support services for businesses across the UK, exploiting technology to deliver commercial advantage and business benefits to companies in a wide range of sectors.
Launched in 1988, Quiss, the first UK service provider to achieve ISO 27001: 2013 combines technical expertise with a range of comprehensive solutions.
Employing over 100 staff from our headquarters in Tamworth, Staffordshire and offices in Harrow, North West London, we offer a national service, delivered locally, to clients spread throughout the UK.
RAS GROUP Building 706, Biggin Hill Airport, Biggin Hill, Kent TN16 3BNUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1959 576757 [email protected] www.rascompletions.co.uk
Contact: Roger Patron RAS is an established and respected aircraft interior, exterior and completions company based in London. Offering complete interior and exterior aircraft solutions specialising in; repairing, painting, refurbishing, as well as creating new interior and exterior paint schemes for both VIP and commercial aircraft.
RAS creates successful and impressive products through our exacting attention to detail, an empathetic understanding of our clients’ ambitions and a precise awareness of timescale and budget. We work with a large range of clients including both large global airlines and private aircraft owners. No matter the size of your project, RAS has the experience and expertise to satisfy your needs.
RAS is located at London Biggin Hill Airport, just 19 miles away from the city centre. With over 40 years of joint experience in the industry, we have established a reputation for professionalism and excellence.
RAYTHEON UK Kao One, Kao Park, Harlow, Essex CM17 9NAUnited Kingdom+44 (0)189 581 6200 [email protected] www.raytheon.co.uk
Contact: Nick West Raytheon UK, (also known as Raytheon Systems Limited), is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, national security, and other government and commercial markets around the world. Key markets include Mission Systems Integration, Network-Enabled Capabilities, Mission Support and Global Training Solutions. As a trusted supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence, Raytheon UK designs, develops and manufactures a range of high technology electronic systems and software at its facilities in England, Scotland and Wales. It also is a major technology exporter to more than 40 countries, including the US.
REACTION ENGINES LTD Building F5, Culham Science Centre, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 3DBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1865 520200 [email protected] www.reactionengines.co.uk/
Contact: Mark Thomas Reaction Engines is a privately held company based in Culham, Oxfordshire UK, with a subsidiary office in Colorado, USA. It was formed in 1989 to design and develop a new class of innovative hypersonic and space-access propulsion system – the Synergetic Air-Breathing Rocket Engine (SABRE). Our goal is to deliver a truly versatile propulsion system – a hybrid air-breathing rocket engine that can power an aircraft from a standing start to over five times the speed of sound for hypersonic flight in the atmosphere, and over 25 times the speed of sound for space access. With its wide range of operation and scalability, SABRE represents an entirely new class of aerospace propulsion system.
In addition to the SABRE development programme, Reaction Engines offers a unique and extensive range of capabilities, from propulsion systems and advanced heat exchanger design and development, through to advanced manufacturing, precision machining and fabrication. Our heat exchanger technology has the potential to revolutionise what can be achieved with thermal management across a range of industries, from aerospace to motorsport, industrial processes and the energy industry.
RESOURCE GROUP – AVIATION TECHNICAL TRAINING K4 Hangar, Cotswolds Airport, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 6BAUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1905 368500 [email protected] www.resourcegroup.co.uk/what-we-do/training/aviation-technical-training/
Contact: Jakeha Yesmin Resource Group’s Aviation Technical Training Division (ATT Ltd) is a UK CAA, EASA Part-147 Approved Training Organisation.
Based in Kemble airport, we have established an enviable reputation as a provider of EASA Part-66 training, training development, bespoke training and apprenticeships for CAT A licences to individuals and organisations worldwide.
RIGBY GROUP AVIATIONHeadquarters:Rigby Group (RG) PLCBridgeway House, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire CV376YXUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1789 610 015 www.rigbygroupplc.com
Contact: Judy Groves Diversifying from its origins as a principally technology-led business, Rigby Group has evolved into a £2.1bn portfolio business which encompasses airports and airport management and aviation alongside technology, real estate, finance and hotels. With two generations of the Rigby family at the helm, Rigby Group has built a distinguished reputation as both an investor and business operator; renowned for its independent thinking, seamless execution and a peerless approach to acquiring and nurturing businesses.
Rigby Group’s airport and airport management division RCA (Regional & City Airports) has built a reputation as an efficient and safe commercial airports operator, driving improvements to route development, commercial revenues, operating costs and capital investment to deliver a consistently sound commercial return. RCA currently owns and operates Bournemouth, Coventry, Exeter and Norwich Airports and holds management contracts for Blackpool, Solent and City of Derry Airports. RCA also owns and operates XLR Executive Jet Centres. Visit www.rca.aero and www.xlrjetcentres.com for more information.
The Group’s aviation division encompasses three brands: British International Helicopters (BIH) is a highly respected operator of medium and heavy aircraft, with particular expertise in offshore operations and the defence sector and long-term partnerships with both military and commercial clients, delivering a wide range of helicopter services – including SAR – in some of the world’s most challenging flying and environmental conditions. Visit www.britishinternationalhelicopters.com for more information.
Capital Air Ambulance (CAA) is the UK’s largest air ambulance service, providing a rapid response to requests for medical assistance and repatriation flights 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year using its fleet of Lear Jet and King Air aircraft. CAA also provides medical escorts on commercial airline flights or via ground ambulance and offers medical case handling and/or translation services through its highly experienced, multilingual team. Visit www.capitalairambulance.co.uk for more information.
And for owners of Cessna, Piper and Diamond aircraft, Patriot Aviation offers more than 25 years’ experience in fixed wing aircraft maintenance from its base at Coventry Airport and is a Gold Level service centre for Diamond aircraft. Visit www.patriot.uk.com for more information.
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RINA Consulting Defence is the UK defence consultancy division of the RINA Group, a global corporation that provides engineering and consultancy services, as well as testing, inspection and certification. RINA Consulting is the result of the integration of a number of internationally respected companies including Edif ERA (ERA Technology), D’Appolonia, Centro Sviluppo Materiali, G.E.T., Logmarin Advisors, OST Energy, Polaris, SC Sembenelli Consulting and Seatech. RINA Consulting brings together a rich heritage of engineering consultancy expertise into one unique organisation.
Working alongside clients, as a trusted technical partner, RINA Consulting provides a wide range of traditional and innovative services to critical industry sectors, in particular Space & Defence, but also including Oil & Gas, Power, Renewables, Rail Transport & Infrastructure and other sectors.
Our 1,700 talented professionals give us the depth of experience across defence technical disciplines to support clients at each phase of their project – from initial concepts and design, through to operation, maintenance and decommissioning.
We are committed to providing services that are of the highest quality for our defence clients, creating added value for UK defence capabilities through our technical advice and support – managing risk, operating safely, in a sustainable way and optimising performance.
ROCKWELL COLLINS UK LTD Unit 730 Wharfedale Road, Winnersh, Wokingham, Berkshire RG41 5TPUnited Kingdom+44 (0)118 935 9000 [email protected] www.rockwellcollins.com Contact: Sarah Minett
Rockwell Collins in the UK provides a comprehensive range of aviation electronics and communications solutions to Ministries of Defence, integrators, aircraft manufacturers and airlines. The portfolio includes: Targeting systems, Network enabled capability and communication infrastructures, Global navigation satellite systems, Electronic Warfare, Simulation and Training solutions, and Information Management Services.
Our secure tactical data link systems provide military users access to a timely and relevant air and surface picture, while Rockwell Collins FasTAK™ integrated targeting system fosters combat-proven situational awareness. We provide secure GPS solutions for airborne, maritime, munitions and ground based users and deliver Electronic Warfare solutions to allied government and military customers. Additionally, Rockwell Collins provides simulation and training solutions for both military and commercial operators.
For the commercial aviation market, we provide secure, reliable and innovative solutions for information transmission and management to business and commercial airline, airport, ground handling and air traffic management customers; and we enhance flight decks and cabins with the latest capabilities.
Rockwell Collins provide secure, reliable and innovative solutions for information transmission and management to business and commercial airline, airport, ground handling and air traffic management customers across the region. Solutions include
network services, ground systems infrastructure, flight support, communications services and information processing. The EuMEA headquarters of Rockwell Collins’ Information Management Services business is located in Crawley, UK.
ROCKWELL COLLINS – INTERIOR SYSTEMS Grovebury Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 4TBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1525 858300 Contact: Elizabeth PayneRockwell Collins – Interior Systems is the world’s leading manufacturer of aircraft cabin interior products. Interior Systems designs, develops, and manufactures a broad range of products, including aircraft cabin seating, lighting and engineering solutions, oxygen systems, food and beverage preparation and storage equipment, galley systems, water and waste systems and advanced lavatory systems. The company also provides cabin interior reconfiguration, program management and certification services.
Contact: Robert Thomson Roland Berger is a global firm with a strong focus on the aerospace and defence industry. Our A&D team serves the civil aeronautics, space, defence and security industries. We advise OEMs and their suppliers, government agencies and investors along the entire value chain – global, strategic and operational solutions from design and production, all the way to service.
We help our clients identify and exploit new sources of growth and efficiency, delivering deep industry expertise and cutting edge strategic advice, alongside sustainable operational improvements. We also support them in structuring and managing large development programmes and major transformation initiatives, taking full advantage of digital technologies and mindsets.
ROLLS-ROYCE PLC PO Box 31, Moor Lane ML-52, Derby, Derbyshire DE24 8BJUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1332 244491 [email protected] www.rolls-royce.com
Contact: Robert Savidge Rolls-Royce is a world-leading provider of power systems and services for use on land, at sea and in the air, and has established a strong position in global markets – civil aerospace, defence aerospace, marine and energy. As a result of this strategy, Rolls-Royce has a broad customer base comprising more than 500 airlines, 4,000 corporate and utility aircraft and helicopter operators, 160 armed forces, more than 4,000 marine customers, including
70 navies, and energy customers in nearly 120 countries, with an installed base of 54,000 gas turbines. Rolls-Royce employs over 39,000 skilled people in offices, manufacturing and service facilities in over 50 countries. The Group has a strong commitment to apprentice and graduate recruitment and to further developing employee skills.
ROTABLE REPAIRS LTD Units 1 – 5 Britannia Business Park, Comet Way, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6GEUnited Kingdom [email protected] www.rotablerepairs.com
Contact: Bryan Croft Rotable Repairs Ltd is a UK based EASA Parts 145, FAA Part 145 and TCCA Transport Canada approved repair station. Part of Desser Holdings LLC, our facility offers full in-house testing, inspection, repair and overhaul of most light regional, commercial and corporate aircraft wheels, brakes, landing gear, freight locking system components, hydraulics, actuators, valves and accumulators. We specialise in the repair, sale and purchase of components and materials for narrow and wide body jets.
Since forming in 2002 we have been dedicated to the aviation MRO market and related businesses and committed to deliver high quality, cost effective products and services to airlines, hangar facilities and stockists. Our staff are available to offer a friendly, professional service that is based in an experienced understanding of the aviation industry. Whether your companies operation is scheduled, charter, passenger or cargo, we aim to improve on costs as well as the delivery time of components.
ROYAL AIR FORCE Ministry of Defence, Main Building Whitehall, London SW1A 2HBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7218 2239 [email protected] www.raf.mod.uk/
Contact: Greg Smith The Royal Air Force delivers the UK Defence Vision by: Protecting the UK and her interests 24/7; Providing the Nation with choice in times of crisis; Maximising the return on public investment. We work together on our core task to produce battle-winning people and equipment. Our people lie at the heart of this capability to ‘Secure the Skies’.
ROYAL AIR FORCE CHARITABLE TRUST ENTERPRISES Douglas Bader House, Horcott Hill, Fairford, Gloucestershire GL7 4RBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)128 571 3300 [email protected] www.rafcte.com/rafcte/ Contact: David Winstone Royal Air Force Charitable Trust Enterprises (RAFCTE) is the trading arm of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust (RAFCT), RAFCTE stages the world’s largest military air show, the Royal International Air Tattoo. RAFCTE also offers event management and consultancy services and organises the prestigious annual ‘Royal Air Force
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in Concert’ national tour. All RAFCTE activities support its parent, RAFCT, in fulfilling its mission which is: to promote the Royal Air Force, to support its people now and into the future and to encourage air-mindedness and the aviation-related education of youth.
ROYAL AIR FORCE MUSEUM COSFORD Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 8UPUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1902 376 200 [email protected] www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford/
Contact: Alex Medhurst Visit the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford and soar through an outstanding collection of aircraft and associated memorabilia. The Museum houses one of the greatest aircraft collections in the world and is acclaimed for its variety of content on display. This free fun day out includes, warplanes, research aircraft, military transport and the National Cold War Exhibition. A major feature of this unique exhibition is Britain’s three V-Bombers: Vulcan, Victor and Valiant. A number of aircraft are suspended in flying attitudes, including the Dakota, Canberra, Meteor and Lightning. Interactive kiosks and audio-visual hotspots tell the story of the Cold War in a fun and innovative way.
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE Office of Chief of Air Force, R1-6-C001, Russell Offices, Department of Defence, Canberra, ACT 2600Australia +61 02 6265 5471 www.airforce.gov.au
Contact: Leo DaviesThe Royal Australian Air Force has an international reputation for our military expertise and professionalism. We operate some of the most technologically advanced equipment in the world including a range of new platforms, employing over 19,000 highly skilled and professional uniformed permanent and reserve personnel and civilians in Australia and around the world.
ROYAL INTERNATIONAL AIR TATTOO Douglas Bader House, Horcott Hill, Fairford, Gloucestershire GL7 4RBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)128 571 3300 [email protected] www.airtattoo.com
Contact: David Winstone The Royal International Air Tattoo is the world’s largest military air show and held annually at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire. This three-day spectacle attracts around 160,000 spectators and is staged by Royal Air Force Charitable Trust Enterprises (RAFCTE) in support of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust (RAFCT. The Air Tattoo’s blend of informality and professionalism, plus its commitment to excellence, creates the perfect environment for military heads and leaders in the defence and aerospace industries to meet.
ROYAL NAVY FLEET AIR ARM Mail Point 2-4, Leach Building, Whale Island, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO2 8BYUnited Kingdom +44 (0)2392 625835 [email protected] www.royalnavy.mod.uk
Contact: Christian Sloan-Murphy The helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft of the Fleet Air Arm provide the Royal Navy with a multi-role airborne combat capability able to operate independently at short notice, in all environments, day and night, over the sea and land. A Top Class Employer with Top Class People: Modern, Relevant, Capable and Resilient, the mission of the Fleet Air Arm is to deliver Air Power from the sea. In doing so, the Fleet Air Arm provides the UK with a flexible, global, independent intervention capability giving the ability to act at a time and place of our choosing.
SAA TECHNICAL (SOC) LTD (SAAT) Jones Road, Private Bag X12, Kempton Park 1627South Africa +27 (0)11 978-9993 [email protected] www.flysaa.com/Technical
Contact: Mike Kenny Technical Sales & Marketing SAA Technical (SAAT) is a world-class aircraft maintenance and repair organisation and is the largest and most advanced maintenance provider on the African continent.Some of the key benefits include:● 85,000m² of hangar space● A skilled and experienced workforce● A focus on quality● 35 workshops with sophisticated logistics support● Competitive labour rates and turnaround times
SAAT’s capability includes:
● Airbus A319● Airbus A340 (series)● Boeing 737 (series)● Boeing 747 (-200, -300, -400, SP)The organisation is prepared to engage with other airlines that are seeking viable individualised solutions and is able to provide a wide range of services ranging from simple training requests and component repairs, through to power-by-the-hour maintenance support and fleet management.
SAAB DEFENCE & SECURITY 3rd Floor, 2 Savoy Court, London WC2R 0EZUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7535 3430 [email protected] saab.com/ Contact: Andrew Walton Saab is a global defence and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number some 17,000 people and have operations on all continents. Technologically, we are leaders in many areas, spending around a quarter of our revenue on internal research, development, science and technology with thousands of our engineers and scientists dedicated to finding innovative solutions to the problems of today and tomorrow. Our investment in the future starts at schools level and continues
through universities and beyond; we are currently establishing a Saab Innovation Centre in the UK to help develop the UK’s STEM capabilities. Our products are second to none.
SAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS UK LTD Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester GL2 9QHUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1452 712424 [email protected]
Contact: Peter Hall Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Company capabilities encompass the full life cycle of our products, ranging from design, development and manufacture to in-service support, repair and overhaul. The company supplies innovative landing gear solutions to 30 leading commercial, military, business and regional airframers, and supports more than 27,000 aircraft in service making over 54,000 landings every day. The company employs over 7,200 staff worldwide working in locations across Europe, North America and Asia, with the company’s UK landing gear production and MRO facilities located at Gloucester, employing a team of 1,200 people.
Contact: Seyed Mohseni SAMAD Aeospace is a UK-based technology start-up. Our dream is to revolutionise the way humans and goods fly around the world. To achieve that, a group of world-renowned experts in their respective fields worked together and developed a range of products that will redefine air travelling experience. Imagine a transportation which is safer than a car, completely flexible, as eco-friendly as an electric vehicle, less time consuming than any plane of train and as luxurious as a private jet. This is the unique combination of features that will be offered by e-Starling and Starling-Jet in a door-to-door human air transportation, while UAV Starling will transport goods at an unprecedented pace; thus completely changing perspectives about air travel.
Contact: Stuart Martin The Satellite Applications Catapult is one of a network of seven UK technology and innovation centres which aim to drive economic growth through commercialisation of research. The vision of the
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Satellite Applications Catapult is to support UK industry through the acceleration of the growth of satellite applications and to contribute to capturing of a 10% share of the £400bn global space market predicted by 2030.
It aims to achieve this by exploiting the innovation potential in the UK industrial and academic communities, by being a focal point where small and medium enterprises, large industry and end-users can work together with researchers to challenge barriers, explore and develop new ideas, and bring these to commercial reality.
SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL, INDUSTRIAL AND AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING University of the Witwatersrand, PO WITS, Johannesburg 2050Republic of South Africa +27 11 717 7308 [email protected]/mecheng/
Contact: Claudia PoleseThe University of the Witwatersrand is one of Africa’s leading Universities and since 1922 the School of Mechanical, Industrial and Aeronautical Engineering has been at the forefront of the engineering profession in South Africa. The School has been home to Africa’s only full undergraduate programme in aeronautical engineering since 1971 and also hosts excellent flow and composite materials research facilities. The school hosts South Africa’s National Aerospace Centre of Excellence, funded by the national Department of Trade and Industry. Principle areas of research include unsteady gas dynamics, flight mechanics and control, and strong materials.
SERCO UK & EUROPE Enterprise House, 11 Bartley Wood Business Park, Bartley Way, Hook, Hampshire RG27 9XBUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1256 386233 [email protected] Contact: Brian Newby Serco is a FTSE top 250 company managing over 500 contracts worldwide. Employing over 50,000 people, Serco operates internationally across four geographies: UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East and across five sectors: Defence, Justice & Immigration, Transport, Health and Citizen Services. The Serco Defence business unit is part of the United Kingdom and Europe (UKE) Division within the Serco Group. Serco’s broad cross-sector and international experience means it can transfer emerging best practice, share new service innovations and improve the performance of the public services it manages. A strong public-sector ethos runs through the organisation which is why you will always find Serco people are motivated to make a positive difference. Serco constantly evaluates its performance and the efficiency of its operations, as well as the outcomes achieved its customers. Serco combines commercial know-how with a deep public service ethos, to advise policy makers, design innovative solutions, integrate systems and deliver front-line services that make a positive difference. Serco provides critical support services to defence
organisations, operating both in-country and embedded within deployed forces around the world. With deep expertise operating across all military domains, including space, marine, land and air, we maximise the resources of defence organisations by delivering lower-cost, higher-quality assured support services to military command and personnel around the globe. Serco’s highly-qualified, specialist teams, who are often recruited from military backgrounds, understand the unique demands of the organisations they serve, so that they are able to work fully integrated as a key component of the Whole Force, with service personnel whenever and wherever they are needed. Operational excellence and dependable on-time delivery means Serco can ensure military assets are always mission-ready.
SHELL AVIATION LTD Shell Centre, London SE1 7NAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7934 1234 www.shell.com/aviation
Contact: Victoria Guy Shell Aviation is a leading global supplier of aviation fuels and lubricants with a heritage of over 100 years. It has an extensive network, including nine of the world’s top ten busiest airports by international passenger traffic and continues to grow. It serves airlines, airports, plus private customers such as corporate jet operators, maintenance repair organisations and flying clubs with a strong safety and customer focus, offering tailored solutions to respond to their needs and challenges. Shell Aviation has comprehensive expertise in areas from product development in the laboratory to refining, shipping, pipelines, trucking, storage and handling and fuelling aircraft. Passionate about aviation, it invests in the future of aviation – in new locations and in upgrades to existing ones, in technical advances, and in people – at local, regional and global levels. It has a dedicated team of aviation scientists at a specialist aviation research facility within Shell Technology Centre Houston in Texas, USA, who work on jet fuel, aviation gasoline, fuel handling and filtration, lubricants and greases. Shell Aviation is also actively involved in industry bodies, including the Joint Inspection Group (JIG) Fuel Quality Committee, International Air Transport Association (IATA) Technical Fuel Group and the Energy Institute, making a valuable contribution to high safety and operational standards across the industry.
SHORT HILLS AVIATION Morristown Airport, 18 Airport Road, Morristown, New Jersey 07960United States of America+1 973 292 3395 [email protected] www.shorthillsaviation.com/ Contact: Mario Dudzinski Short Hills Aviation Services is a premier aircraft charter and management company with main headquarters located in the NYC Metro area. Our professional focus is to provide our clients exceptional jet charter service through making every air travel experience as time saving, enjoyable and cost effective as possible. Our diversified fleet, ranging from a Falcon 900 to a Lear 35A will meet all your different trip requests 24 hours a day/7 days a week. We offer an aircraft management programme
that is a proven service for aircraft owners who value their time and wish to relieve themselves of the resource draining responsibilities of managing their asset.
SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT UK REGION LTD Voyager House, 142 Prospect Way (1st floor), London Luton Airport, Luton, BedfordshireUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1582 724 182 [email protected] www.signatureflight.com
Contact: Lucy Lonergan Signature Flight Support, a BBA Aviation plc company, is the world’s largest fixed-base operation (FBO) and distribution network for business aviation services. Signature services include fuelling, hangar and office rentals, ground handling and a wide range of crew and passenger amenities at strategic domestic and international locations. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Signature currently operates at more than 220+ locations in the US, Europe, South America, Africa and Asia. For more information, please visit: www.signatureflight.com
SIMERA TECHNOLOGY GROUP (PTY) LTD Ou Paardevlei Road, Somerset West 7130South Africa +27 (0)21 852 6450 [email protected] www.simera.co.za
Contact: Johann du Toit Simera Technology Group is a mechanical and mechatronic engineering design and development company servicing government, research, and design and production industry sectors throughout all phases of the product development life cycle. Our experience, expertise and access to the latest technology, provide our clients the edge they require to stay ahead in today’s competitive market.
Our engineering specialists will assist you with your most demanding design, analysis and development tasks, following execution plans optimally tailored to your particular project requirements.
In addition to general engineering development support work, we specialise in UAV and Small satellite optical payload systems. Another keen interest is the optimisation of UAV airframes to form optimised Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) that make use of in-house sensor designs.
SINGAPORE AIRLINES Chiswick Park, Building 11, 566 Chiswick High Road, London W4 5YSUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 8563 6767 [email protected] www.singaporeair.com
Contact: Mark Wood Singapore Airlines is a global company dedicated to providing air transportation services of the highest quality and to maximising returns for the benefit of its shareholders and employees.
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Singapore Airlines has come a long way since our founding in 1972, evolving from a regional airline to one of the most respected travel brands around the world. We fly one of the youngest aircraft fleets in the world to destinations spanning a network spread over six continents, with the Singapore Girl as our internationally-recognisable icon providing the high standards of care and service that customers have come to expect of us.
SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF AEROSPACE ENGINEERS 70, Seletar Aerospace View, Seletar Aerospace Park, 25 Airline Road, 797564Singapore +65 6659 8266 [email protected] www.siae.org.sg
Contact: Yeow Khee Lim SIAE is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting Aviation Safety and Aerospace Technology. Since its formation in 1975, the Institute has served as a forum for aerospace engineers to exchange ideas and share knowledge for their professional development as well as to help Singapore develop a vibrant aerospace industry. SIAE has a membership of over 400 professionals and 25 corporations. SIAE is affiliated to the International Federation of Airworthiness, the Singapore Professional Centre and the Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore) and the Royal Aeronautical Society. SIAE’s continuing education programmes provide opportunities for aerospace engineers to upgrade themselves to maintain a pool of qualified professionals to spearhead Singapore’s drive to be the aviation hub of choice.
SITEC GROUP St George’s Lodge, 33 Oldfield Road, Filton, Bath BA2 3NDUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1225 428221 [email protected] sitecgroup.com
Contact: Jim Buick Sitec is one of Europe’s largest independently owned design engineering, management consultancy and recruitment companies, The Group operates over four continents with some 20 offices locations and in 2008/9 turnover in excess of £70m. The company provides design, analysis, project management, environmental management and safety assurance support to a wide range of industry sectors, including the aerospace and defence. Space, marine, petrochemical, nuclear and utilities.
Contact: Nick Rogers The mission of Sky-Futures is to improve safety and reduce risk across industries through drone
technological innovation. Sky-Futures has used industry-leading operational expertise and experience to develop revolutionary software and technology solutions that allow enterprise clients to effectively harness the power of drone-driven data collection and analysis. Sky-Futures software, training and services enables enterprise to perform safe and cost-effective drone inspections of a variety of vertical infrastructures, including but not limited to the following industries: Oil and Gas; Renewables; Utilities; Telecoms;and Bridges.
Contact: Daniel SmithSkyrora is a UK Headquartered developer of private launch vehicles catering to the small SAT market. Our aim is to increase space accessibility through a combination of proven technology and advanced engineering methods.
SMARTSKY NETWORKS, LLC 4690 First Fight Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208United States of America+1 800 660 9982 [email protected] www.smartskynetworks.com
Contact: Bruce Holmes SmartSky Networks, a next-generation aviation communications provider, is launching the United States’ first airborne 4G LTE air-to-ground WiFi network in 2018. SmartSky’s patented spectrum-reuse technology leverages 60 MHz of spectrum and beamforming to provide more than ten times the typical speed and capacity of the current industry standard ATG network. With system hardware designed for multiple frequencies, SmartSky is positioned to expand internationally in the future where different frequency bands might be required. SmartSky is also launching the Skytelligence™ technology framework as an integrated body of tools and resources for use by aerospace apps developers, suppliers and operators. This framework allows for the creation and operation of network-enabled applications that are efficient, effective and safe. Utilising this embedded expertise enables innovations in managing aircraft and airspace operations over the SmartSky 4G LTE network.
SOUTH AFRICAN AIR FORCE Air Force Headquarters, Private Bag X199, Pretoria 0001South Africa +27 (0)12 312 2911 www.af.mil.za/
The second oldest air force in the world, the SAAF has a rich heritage in wartime and peacetime. The air force is undergoing changes in its role in the context of the new South Africa and, complementary to this, is in the process of acquiring and commissioning new and advanced aircraft and systems to meet Africa’s challenges.
SAAF members are expected to be adaptable, do things that have not been done before and build an organisation ready to protect South Africa and serve its people. As the owners and operators of a small but varied fleet, the SAAF are always faced with the challenge of doing much with limited resources. The SAAF employs engineers and technical specialists who, though seemingly at the end of the world, take on interesting and varied challenges with world-leading technologies in what is arguably the most beautiful and diverse country for its size on Earth.
SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS (PTY) LTD Jones Road, Airways Park, OR Tambo International, JohannesburgSouth Africa +27 011 978 6851 [email protected] www.flysaa.com
Contact: Jodi White South African Airways (SAA) is the leading carrier in Africa, serving 26 destinations across the continent, as well as major destinations within South Africa and internationally from its Johannesburg hub. SAA is a member of Star Alliance, the largest global airline alliance with 27 members. Overall, the Star Alliance network offers more than 21,500 daily flights to 1,356 airports in 193 countries. SAA’s core business is the provision of passenger airline and cargo transport services together with related services, which are provided through SAA and its four wholly owned subsidiaries: SAA Technical; Mango its low-cost carrier; Air Chefs, the catering entity of SAA and South African Travel Centre (SATC). SAA is the winner of the ‘Best Airline in Africa’ Award in the regional category for ten consecutive years and the winner of ‘Service Excellence Africa’ for two consecutive years. Mango and SAA hold the number one and number two successive spots as South Africa’s most on time airlines. SAA is a leader among the long-haul carriers, offering outstanding service designed for long-haul comfort.
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES PILOTS’ ASSOCIATION 1450 Empire Central, Suite 737, Dallas, Texas 75247United States of America+1 954 236 7362 [email protected] www.swapa.org
Contact: Thomas Gasparolo Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA) is the sole bargaining unit for the more than 9,000 pilots of Southwest Airlines. Southwest pilots are leaders in aviation industry productivity and are the world’s leading experts on flying the Boeing-737. Southwest Airlines operates a growing fleet of the 737-700, 737-800 and 737 MAX 8.
SWAPA is in its 40th year of service to the pilots of Southwest Airlines. Prior to the union’s beginnings in 1978, pilots worked co-operatively with the Company to compile work rules for safe, efficient operations. That cooperative spirit has continued through the negotiation of nine labor contracts.
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SRILANKAN AIRLINES LTD Srilankan Aviation College, Airline Centre, Bandaranaike International Airport, KatunayakeSri Lanka +94 197334000 [email protected] www.srilankanaviationcollege.com
Contact: Sudesh Ranasinghe SriLankan Aviation College (SLAC) is Sri Lanka’s main aviation training institution. The training arm of SriLankan Airlines, it combines nearly 40 years of experience.
It is one of the few EASA 147 training organisations in Asia, an Associate Member of the ICAO Train Air Plus programme and a member of the NGAP programme of ICAO. SLAC was recognised as one of IATA’s global top ten training institutes and is a Regional Training Partner of IATA. SLAC was also certified by ISO9001 and ISO29990 for the quality process.
SLAC trains more than 2,500 students annually in aviation related professions. Headquartered in BIA Katunayake.
Contact: Maureen Roberts Stellar Solutions Aerospace is a technology and business strategy services company providing end-to-end technical and commercial expertise/ problem solving skills to significant national and international aerospace companies and programmes. We distinguish ourselves by satisfying our customers’ critical needs on diverse Aviation and Space-related commercialisation projects, spacecraft manufacturing monitoring, satellite applications development and feasibility studies, Future air traffic management (eg SESAR/ NextGen) and cockpit/cabin connectivity.
STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY, DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL & MECHATRONIC Private Bag X1, Matieland, Stellenbosch 7602South Africa +27 21808 4376 [email protected] www.mecheng.sun.ac.za
Contact: Anton Basson The Department offers BEng, MEng Research, MEng Structured and PhD programmes in mechanical engineering and mechatronic engineering. The BEng programmes are accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa and recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. The Department’s main activities are teaching, contract research and consulting, with strengths in the following areas: structural optimisation & FEM, FRC structures, turbomachinery design and testing, ‘noise, vibration and harshness’, CFD and experimental fluid dynamic investigations, granular
flow modelling, renewable energy systems, large-scale cooling systems, machine vision systems, reconfigurable automated manufacturing and biomedical engineering.
STIRLING DYNAMICS LTD 26 Regent Street, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4HGUnited Kingdom +44 (0)117 9152 500 [email protected] www.stirling-dynamics.com Contact: Andrew Pfeil Stirling Dynamics provides technical engineering services and product into the aerospace, marine, energy and training & simulation market sectors. From commercial passenger aircraft to fast jet simulators, from power stations to military submarines, Stirling delivers the innovation and value that helps customers keep their market lead.
Stirling has been supplying high calibre, independent and impartial, technical engineering services to the aerospace market for nearly 30 years. This includes fixed and rotary wing platforms in both civil and military arenas. These services are provided to platform manufacturers for new aircraft designs plus modification and conversion programmes. To date, Stirling has worked on over 70 different aircraft types and has played key roles in many of the major aircraft development programmes. Stirling’s expertise has also been invaluable in support of accident investigations and litigation activities.
STONEHOUSE SEARCH AND SELECTION 26 The Slipway, Marina Keep, Port Solent, Hampshire PO6 4TRUnited Kingdom +44 (0)2392 469161 [email protected] www.stonehousesas.com
Contact: Martin Grady Stonehouse Search and Selection is an independent, boutique practice, focused on senior and board level, technical and specialist appointments across safety critical industries including the aerospace, defence, nuclear, marine and automotive sectors.
The Stonehouse Search and Selection practice is founded on a proven process that has stood the test of time. Coupled with hard work, leading-edge technology and sound advice, we deliver a unique technical and executive research process to find and attract genuine talent that will help give you the competitive edge that you seek.
SURREY SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED Tycho House, Surrey Space Centre, 20 Stephenson Road, Surrey Research Park, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7YEUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1483 803 803 [email protected] www.sstl.co.uk
Contact: Sarah Parker Surrey Satellite Technology Limited based in Guildford have been delivering small satellite missions for over 30 years – longer than anyone
else in the world, giving us the experience to justify our reputation as the world’s premier provider of operational and commercial satellite programmes.What we do:● Provide complete in-house design, manufacture,
launch and operation of small satellites● Deliver complete mission solutions for remote
sensing, science, navigation, orbital maintenance and telecommunications
● Deliver space training and development programmes including on-the-job customer training
● Design and build remote sensing and communication payloads
● Supply of avionics suites, space products and subsystems
Contact: Les Garside-BeattieSymbiotics is an assessment and training company with 15 years’ experience in aviation, defence and Government programme support. We work regularly with international companies, the Tri-Services, Security Services, Blue Light organisations and the Home Office to provide quality packages that are compliant with client needs, cost effective and delivered in a timely manner. Quality is core to Symbiotics’ ethos; our standards are bound by ISO 9001/2008 National Qualification Framework 7303, JSP822, DSAT and the Defence Training Standards Manuals.
SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & ASSESSMENT LTD Beckington Castle, 17 Beckington Corner, Beckington, Frome, Somerset BA11 6TAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1373 852 000 [email protected] www.sea.co.uk SEA Air Systems (formally SCS) provides expert advice and services to public and private sector customers in the defence markets.
SEA has considerable expertise across a broad range of delivery areas, including safety and regulatory, training, complex systems and engineering support
Primarily SEA provides technical support services to the Defence Equipment and Support Organisation, building an extensive corporate knowledge of air platform designs at both the whole aircraft and sub-system level, Continued and Continuing Airworthiness, Production and Sustainment Policy, Process, Procedure, People and Products, delivered by suitably qualified and experienced persons.
The key strengths for SEA Air Systems lie in Independent Technical Evaluation and Aircraft Certification, while the wider SEA portfolio includes air wake modelling, helicopter vibration monitoring and aviation training simulators for flight deck operations.
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TAG AVIATION UK LTD Farnborough Airport, Hampshire GU14 6XAUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1252 379026 [email protected] www.tagaviation.com
Contact: Diane Fishlock World leaders in Aircraft Management, we boast the highest levels of safety and security, our own unique CAM Principle for the ultimate in operational efficiency and flexible solutions to match your individual business travel requirements and lifestyle. At TAG Aviation, we understand that each owner is different, which is why we develop specific turn-key solutions to meet your individual requirements. By trusting TAG Aviation to manage your aircraft, you will benefit from the advantages and the processes of a mature organisation while maintaining a local and tailored focus on the operation of your aircraft.
Contact: Brandon O’Reilly TAG Farnborough Airport is Europe’s only dedicated business aviation airport featuring award winning VIP terminal, hangars and fixed based operations. The airport offers fuel service, engineering, cleaning, catering, transportation, on-site hotel plus Flight Safety training facilities. The full service private airport for passengers, crew and aircraft.
Contact: S I A Alvi TCS Holdings (Private) Limited, Pakistan, owns the country’s largest logistics services through seven companies in the fields of Courier, Warehousing & Distribution, Air and Sea freight, Trucking, Travel & Visa services and E-commerce.
TCS touches close to a million customers a day either at their doorstep or through its 900 retail outlets across the country.
TCS has a strategic partnership with the global delivery giant, UPS which gives each company access to their delivery network.
A Pakistani enterprise with 34 years track record, TCS early years are subject of a Harvard Business School Case study included in several text books on Business and Entrepreneurship.
TELESPAZIO VEGA UK LTD 350 Capability Green, Shire Park, Luton, Bedfordshire LU1 3LUUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1707 368 000
Contact: Geoff Busswell VEGA Space Ltd is a highly experienced consulting, technology and engineering services business, which supports aerospace organisations worldwide. Founded and headquartered in the UK, VEGA Space is an important exporter to the international space market, with subsidiary companies in Germany, France and Spain and staff at client sites around the globe. VEGA Space is also a founding member of the International Space Innovation Centre (ISIC) at Harwell in the UK.
In January 2011, VEGA Space became a subsidiary of Telespazio (a Finmeccanica/Thales company).
TEXTRON AIRLAND LLC 5800 E.Pawnee Bldg 88, Wichita, Kansas 67218United States of America [email protected] www.scorpionjet.com
Contact: Charles Gummow Textron AirLand, LLC, is a joint venture between Textron Inc. and AirLand Enterprises, LLC, focused on rapidly designing and manufacturing an affordable, multi-mission tactical military jet platform using commercially available technologies and processes – the Scorpion. The realisation that a significant gap existed between turboprop light attack and 4th and 5th Generation Multi-Role Strike Fighters was the impetus for creation of both Textron AirLand and Scorpion. Truly a multi-role aircraft, the Scorpion offers extensive ISR/strike capabilities and exceptional value. The Scorpion can affordably execute numerous missions such as irregular warfare, close air support, border patrol, maritime surveillance, emergency relief, counter narcotics and jet training. www.ScorpionJet.com
THALES ALENIA SPACE UK LIMITED Building 660, Bristol Business Park, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol BS16 1EJUnited Kingdom +44 (0)117 937 5192 [email protected] www.thalesaleniaspace.com
Contact: Jill Hutchinson TAS UK works with UK SMEs and Thales UK and taking strategic products of TAS Global to build the UK’s next generation payloads for telecoms, military satellites, NEOSAT and UK Constellations. We are leaders in, and developing a Centre of Competence for, Propulsion Systems in the UK. We provide systems engineering, electronics, sensors and space mission subsystems. We work with a variety of European agencies and partners, engaging partnerships with UK academics and laboratories.
THALES PLC 350 Longwater Avenue, Green Park Business Park, Reading, Berkshire RG2 6GFUnited Kingdom +44 (0)118 9434500 [email protected] www.thalesgroup.com/uk
Contact: Jane BuckellThales UK has a 6,500-strong team based across 12 key sites, serving markets as diverse as aerospace, defence, security and transport. Providing systems at the heart of the UK’s military capability, as well as delivering technologies from flight simulation and secure transactions to integrated communications. Globally, there are 64,000 people in 56 countries.
THE AIR LAW FIRM 48 Dover Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4FFUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7151 4181 [email protected] www.theairlawfirm.com
Contact: Aoife O’Sullivan The Air Law Firm LLP is a boutique aviation law practice providing international legal services to the aviation industry. Our practice model sets us apart: we offer a bespoke and focused service from an agile and responsive team who can react quickly to the changing demands of your business environment. Our legal services are partner-led and we are proactive not reactive. Our lawyers are passionate about aviation, recognised internationally as being experts in their fields, focused and unique. As your legal partner in aviation, your experience with us will be different.
THE AIR LEAGUE 3 Whitehall Court, Tothill Street, London SW1A 2ELUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7766 3488 [email protected] www.airleague.co.uk/
Contact: Pauline Vahey To generate national understanding of the importance to the UK of aviation and aerospace and to excite young people’s interest in these areas by helping them to become involved.
THE GUILD OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL OFFICERS 4 St Marys Road, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8DWUnited Kingdom +44 (0)194 987 6405 [email protected] www.gatco.org
Contact: Max Shortley Founded in 1954, The Guild of Air Traffic Control Officers is an independent professional organisation that exists to promote honourable practice and the highest standards in all aspects of aviation. It is dedicated to the safety of all who seek their livelihood or pleasure in the air.
THE INTERNATIONAL AVIATION WOMENS ASSOCIATION 9 Newport Drive, Suite 200Forest Hill, MD 21015United States of America +1 (443) 640-1056 [email protected] www.iawa.org
Contact: Zoe Layden The International Aviation Womens Association (IAWA) is an international organisation for women who hold positions of impact in the aviation and aerospace industry. Founded in 1988, IAWA brings together women of achievement and promotes their advancement throughout the world.
Women are assuming greater and more visible roles within the industry. Through annual global conferences, regional receptions and connects, IAWA provides a forum to share views on matters of importance to the industry, as well as to women in general. Women should have five years’ leadership experience in aviation or aerospace to apply for IAWA membership. However, our conference is open to all women in our industry.
IAWA members serve as role models for other women seeking advancement and growth in the industry. We also encourage young women to enter the aerospace industry through IAWA’s Scholarship Program. Learn more at www.iawa.org.
THE JET BUSINESS 25 Park Lane, London W1K 1RAUnited Kingdom+44 (0)845 521 5555 [email protected] www.thejetbusiness.com
Contact: Steve Varsano The Jet Business is the world’s first and only street-level corporate aviation showroom for the marketing and acquisition of corporate jet aircraft. We represent our clients throughout the aircraft transaction process, offering the most up to date product information, global market data, extensive industry relationships and unrivalled world-class expertise.
The Jet Business provides global 24-hour access to a network of the most qualified team of staff sourced to suit specific requirements including pilots, lawyers, flight attendants, interior designers and aircraft management. We have simplified the corporate jet sales experience and set the definitive standard in aviation luxury, hospitality and information technology.
We understand our clients and appreciate how important their time is. Our company is designed to be completely flexible, available across every time zone and meeting at any destination across the globe. We are dedicated to providing the most current and unbiased market advice, a trusted guide to what is available in the market.THE PPU Chester House, 68 Chester Gate, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 6DYUnited Kingdom +44 (0)161 408 0789 [email protected] www.theppu.co.uk
Contact: Barry Eustance The PPU is a UK airline pilots’ trade union, certified as independent by the UK Certification Officer. We represent the majority of pilots within Virgin Atlantic Airways.
Run by pilots, for pilots, we engage with industry and government to enhance flight safety and environmentally sound industry practice. We represent and robustly support pilots’ terms and conditions, pay, working environment and professional status.
In conjunction with our partners, we support our members with a 24hr global emergency response line; legal indemnity insurance and we arrange legal and industrial advice.
Our mission is summed up by our motto, ‘Safety, Professionalism, Respect’.
THE TRENCHARD MUSEUM AND JAMES MCCUDDEN FLIGHT HERITAGE CENTRE RAF Halton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP22 5PGUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1296 624095 [email protected]
Contact: Derek Larkin This well-developed aeronautical engineering heritage site preserves and displays the history of RAF Halton and the Aircraft Apprentice Scheme founded by Lord Trenchard in 1920 as one of the pillars on which to sustain and develop the nascent Royal Air Force. Its aim is to inspire air mindedness in RAF Recruits, ATC cadets, school children and other visitors.
THINK RESEARCH LIMITED 3 Branksome Park House, Bourne Valley Road, Bournemouth, Dorset BH12 1EDUnited Kingdom [email protected] www.think.aero
Contact: Martin Wise Think Research is a successful and independent ATM and airports consultancy providing expertise and insight to deliver performance improvement through concept development, validation and implementation. Think is based in the UK, with an international customer base. Think staff come from a range of technical and operational backgrounds including engineers, analysts, air traffic controllers and pilots. Think combines its unique skills with industry leading expertise in: validation, concept development, real time simulation, fast time simulation, analytics, safety, modelling and human factors. We have a proven track record and reputation having worked on some of the world’s biggest ATM projects with some of the world’s biggest ATM stakeholders.
THOMAS COOK AIRCRAFT ENGINEERING Hangar One, Western Maintenance Area, Runger Lane, Manchester International Airport, Manchester M90 5FLUnited Kingdom +44 (0)161 498 4400 [email protected] www.thomascookairlines.com
Contact: Nigel Rogers Thomas Cook Aircraft Engineering, an integral part of Thomas Cook Group PLC is based at Manchester International Airport in the UK and provides Part 145 Maintenance Support, Continuing Airworthiness Support Services and Part 147 Maintenance Training for the Thomas Cook Group Airlines. The organisation’s EASA approvals include Airbus and Boeing base maintenance at Manchester and Line Maintenance at Thomas Cook Airlines main operating bases throughout the UK, the US, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Contact: Anthony Harris tlmNEXUS is a professional services company that provides technology solutions which help organisations share information and knowledge effectively, as well as improve the value for money they get from key products and services. We are proud of our role as trusted advisors to our clients, and have a proven track record of helping teams improve productivity and service delivery.
tlmNEXUS works alongside the MoD and key defence providers to create software systems that help generate genuine, precise management information
TRAXXALL TECHNOLOGIES LTD 3400 Jean-Talon, Ouest. Suite 300, Montreal Quebec H3R 2E8Canada+1 514 270 2742 [email protected] www.traxxall.com Blair Henderson Traxxall is the most advanced maintenance tracking system available today. We elevate aircraft maintenance tracking to a whole new standard. An innovative system, Traxxall was created to bring new levels of accuracy, efficiency and service to aircraft maintenance tracking.
As an aircraft maintenance tracking service, our sole focus is helping aircraft owners and operators keep their aircraft flying safely, reliably and on schedule. Traxxall meets the needs of any make and model of turbofan, turboprop or piston aircraft, both fixed and rotary wing.
Traxxall incorporates the knowledge and insights of a senior management team with deep aviation industry experience, together with aircraft maintenance tracking expertise.
We work closely with customers to solve challenges together. We are more than a service provider; we are a trusted partner you can depend on.
TRU SIMULATION + TRAINING INC5 Alliance Drive, Goose Creek, SC 29445United States of America+1 813 792 9300 [email protected]
Contact: James Takats A world class supplier of Flight Simulator Training Devices, serving the air transport, military, helicopter and general aviation markets since 1988. OPINICUS delivers leading-edge technology with its scalable training architecture, aerodynamic modelling/control loading, system upgrades, as well as flight test data collection and analysis. Our products provide hardware and software commonality, reliability and maintainability offering a best value, low risk solution.
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U.S. COMMERCIAL SERVICE Embassy of the United States of America, 24 Grosvenor Square, London W1K 6AHUnited Kingdom+44 (0)20 7894 0470 [email protected] www.buyusa.gov/unitedkingdom
Contact: Paul Menner The US Commercial Service is the trade promotion arm of the US Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. Located across the US and in nearly 80 countries, our global network connects US companies with international buyers, providing them with market intelligence, export counselling, business match-making, assistance at trade shows and advocacy/commercial diplomacy support across all business sectors. We also promote the US as a destination for inward investment and assist UK companies in making the investment decision that are right for them.
Contact: Mike Clayton Ultra provides innovative avionics, electro-mechanical, and software solutions for the most challenging aerospace requirements. The company is a world leader in high integrity electronic systems for military and civil aircraft applications including: position sensing and control systems; pioneering electro-thermal ice protection and detection systems; active noise cancellation and vibration control systems; health and usage monitoring solutions; fuel system and inerting solutions; pilot control and instrumentation, innovative data and power transfer; and a range of ground support equipment. This portfolio of mission-critical products and systems is underpinned by comprehensive aftermarket support and logistics capabilities.
Contact: Ellen Malfliet Unifly is world leader in Unmanned Traffic Management. Our platform connects official entities with operators to safely integrate drones into the air space.
Authorities can visualise and manage drone flights and declare no-fly zones. Drone operators can plan, track and validate their drones and their flights in line with international and local regulation.
Unifly supports SWIM standards, the standard protocol that all stakeholders in aviation use, to communicate with operators and drones through real-time messaging, using reliable data from worldwide sources for global data coverage including meteo, NOTAM, obstacles and no-fly zones. Hyper local accurate aeronautical navigation data provides reliable and trustworthy data for your location.
UNIVERSAL AVIATION (UK) LIMITED Universal House, Building 130, London Stansted Airport, Stansted CM24 1QHUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1279 680349 [email protected] www.universalaviation.aero
Contact: Sean RafteryThrough Universal Aviation, the ground support division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc, you have a global network of ground handling operations, trained to provide timely solutions when the unexpected strikes. Count on, more than 40 locations in 20 countries – including 13 locations across Europe – to provide a ground handling experience that exceeds expectations. Unforeseen events can happen on any trip. That’s why it’s important to have a partner with the experience and global resources necessary to provide resourceful solutions. From flight planning, to slot co-ordination to schedule changes, our EMEA-based Operations Centre (EOC) can help you keep your guarantees throughout Europe, Middle East, Africa and the world.
UNIVERSAL WEATHER AND AVIATION INC Universal House, Building 130, London Stansted Airport, Stansted, Essex CM24 1QHUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1279 680349 [email protected] www.universalweather.com/
Contact: Stuart Ward In navigating a complex world, you need a partner that can help you manage stakeholders’ expectations, stay on top of regulatory changes, and access a global community of resources when the unexpected happens. Since being founded in 1959, Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. has evolved from the first company to provide weather briefs for corporate aviation into a comprehensive worldwide trip management services provider. Today, Universal® has more than 40 locations in 19 countries and over 1,700 employees worldwide. And while we have grown significantly, our primary focus has always been about one thing: approaching each trip with a shared purpose of success. We move organisations that move the world.
UNIVERSITY OF BALAMAND PO Box 100, TripoliLebanon+96 16930250 [email protected] www.balamand.edu.lb
Contact: Oussama Jadayel Rooted within the Engineering Faculty at the University of Balamand (UOB), the BIA seeks to advance all forms of aeronautical knowledge in line with the industrial requirements within Lebanon and the Middle East. The BIA oversees all aero activities within the UOB and is involved in education training and outreach activities. Currently, it runs BSc and MSc programmes in Aeronautical Engineering,
Aircraft Maintenance Technology, many outreach programmes in schools and the community and maintains strong links with local and international industrial establishments.
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL Faculty of Engineering, Queens Building, University Walk, Bristol BS8 1TRUnited Kingdom+44 (0)117 928 9000 [email protected] www.bris.ac.uk/engineering/
Contact: Christian Allen Aerospace Engineering at the University of Bristol is one of the leading aerospace departments in the UK with approximately 35 academic staff, 50 research associates and over 150 postgraduates. The 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF) ranked 93% of Engineering research outputs at Bristol as internationally leading or of international standing. It runs high quality undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes in aerospace engineering, and was selected by the UK EPSRC to run PhD/EngD training centres in composite materials, robotics and composites manufacturing.
The City of Bristol is in the centre of the UK’s largest concentration of the aerospace industry and the Faculty and the Department have strong links with this local industry, as well as Government departments and research establishments. The Department also plays a significant role in the UK National Composites Centre, located on the outskirts of Bristol. The Department has strong international links, with a presence in many past and current EU research programmes over the years, which has yielded joint research programmes with numerous Universities, research organisations and companies across Europe and the World.
UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE School of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics, College Lane, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 9ABUnited Kingdom+44 (0)1707 284800 [email protected] www.herts.ac.uk/courses/schools-of-study/engineering-and-technology/home.cfm
Contact: Andrew Lewis The School of Engineering and Technology at the University of Hertfordshire is one of the largest engineering departments in UK Higher Education. Our aerospace engineering courses include BSc programmes in Aerospace Technology with Management/Pilot Studies, MEng/BEng programmes in Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace Systems, Aerospace Systems with Pilot Studies and an MSc in Aerospace Engineering. The School has strong links with the aerospace industry and a research profile in micro-fluidics and micro-engineering, materials and structures, radio and mobile communications and digital systems, energy systems and fluid mechanics, together with an aerospace research group with interests which include aerodynamics, propulsion systems, aeroelasticity and structures, flight simulation and UAV design.
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UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER School of Mechanical Aerospace and Civil Engineering, Pariser Building, Sackville Street, Manchester M13 9PLUnited Kingdom +44 (0)161 306 9210 [email protected] www.mace.manchester.ac.uk
Contact: Carl Blake Aerospace Engineering at the University of Manchester is one of the leading departments in the UK. Our graduates obtain a thorough understanding of engineering principles coupled with excellent practical and personal transferable skills.
Our graduates are held in high regard by industry finding rewarding work in all sectors. A significant proportion of our research is practically based and funded by industry, which ensures that teaching on our programmes is up-to date and world-leading.Our Aerospace courses include both BEng and MEng programmes.
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA Department of Mechanical & Aeronautical Engineering, Private bag X20 Hatfield, Pretoria 0028South Africa +27 12 420 3111 [email protected] www.up.ac.za
Contact: J Meyer The University of Pretoria is the largest engineering school in South Africa. The Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering has more than 1,300 students. It conducts teaching and research in aeronautical engineering.
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD Newton Building, The School of Computing, Science and Engineering, Salford, Greater Manchester M5 4WTUnited Kingdom+44 (0)161 295 3241 [email protected] www.salford.ac.uk/computing-science-engineering
Contact: Dr Thurai Rahulan The University of Salford in the North West of England is located around a wooded park, less than two miles from Manchester city centre. The School of Computing, Science and Engineering has about 2,000 students enrolled on various degree programmes and a significant number of the 140 staff members are research active. For further information, please visit www.cse.salford.ac.uk/
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Research and Innovation Services, Building 37 Room 4107, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire SO17 1BJUnited Kingdom +44 (0)23 8059 5000+44 (0)7831 174503 [email protected] www.soton.ac.uk Contact: Roger Gardner
The University of Southampton is a research-intensive leader in aerospace and aviation with extensive research connections with the UK and international aerospace industry. With a network of over 500 staff across five faculties conducting aerospace research, we have tremendous breadth and the scope to stimulate career opportunities and develop expertise in aerospace innovation and enterprise. We are home to a number of university technology centres including Aircraft and Gas Turbine Noise, Computation Modelling, Intelligent Agents and High-Performance Computing. Additionally, we have a many other research centres and groups addressing frontier technologies for the aerospace sector including photonics and optoelectronics, computed tomography, tribology, autonomous vehicles, sensors and nanomaterials and prototyping. These and other activities are supported by numerous research facilities and close collaboration with industry to give University of Southampton aero-related courses and placements life-long career value.
UTC AEROSPACE > SYSTEMS ISR Systems, Malvern Hills Science Park, Geraldine Road, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3SZUnited [email protected]
Contact: Julie Mears UTC Aerospace Systems is one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defence products. We design, manufacture and service systems and components and provide integrated solutions for commercial, regional, business and military aircraft, helicopters and other platforms. We are also a major supplier to international space programmes.
Contact: Gina Galasso Vaeros Ltd, a subsidiary of The Aerospace Corporation, provides a comprehensive array of capabilities that address virtually all technical challenges facing space system design, development, integration, test, launch, deployment and data collection/exploitation. Since 1960, our R&D and end-to-end involvement in space and space-based systems has been focused on reducing development risks and costs, and enabling high probability miss on success. Our role as data repository and national memory for US National Security launch and satellite systems allow us to support both long-term planning and the immediate needs of space programmes, including mission design and architectures, spaceport siting and space policy development.
Contact: Nigel Amphlett Vector Aerospace is a global leader in aerospace maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO). We provide responsive, OEM-authorised MRO support for a wide range of turbine engines, rotary-wing aircraft and components, in support of regional airlines, business and general aviation and government markets. As a trusted partner serving military forces and government agencies worldwide, Vector Aerospace offers a range of tailored services covering engines and propulsion systems, helicopter airframes and mission system integration services.
VIRGIN ATLANTIC AIRWAYS LTD The VHQ, Fleming Way, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 9DFUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1293 444460 [email protected] www.virgin-atlantic.com
Contact: David Kistruck Virgin Atlantic was founded by entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson over 30 years ago after he decided the UK aviation industry needed shaking up and style injected back into it. The airline has pioneered a range of innovations setting new standards of service. Virgin Atlantic was the first airline to introduce the Premium Economy product, include a bar in every aircraft for Upper Class customers, offer seatback TVs to all passengers on-board, develop a fully flatbed seat and fly a commercial aircraft on biofuels. Despite Virgin Atlantic’s growth, it still remains customer driven with an emphasis on value for money, quality, fun and innovation. Today, Virgin Atlantic flies from five UK airports to 33 destinations worldwide, including locations across the United States, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Virgin Atlantic currently has a fleet of 39 aircraft, which is comprised of Boeing 747s, Boeing 787s, Airbus A340-600s and A330-300s.
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA 7 Macquarie Place, Sydney NSW 2000Australia +61 (02) 8093 7000 [email protected]
Contact: John Borghetti Virgin Australia launched in 2000 and has since established itself as a contemporary, full-service airline with a reputation for exceptional customer service. The airline is committed to delivering the world’s most engaging, stylish and effortless flying experience. In doing so, Virgin Australia has partnered with some of the world’s best airlines, Air New Zealand, Delta Air Lines, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines, opening up a combined network of more than 450 destinations.
Virgin Australia has developed an extensive flight network across Australia and the world and also provides Charter and Cargo services. It operates a modern fleet of around 130 aircraft that includes Airbus A330, Airbus A320, Boeing 777, Boeing 737, Embraer 190, ATR-72 turboprop and Fokker 100.
Virgin Australia’s award-winning loyalty program, Velocity Frequent Flyer, offers its more than 6.5 million members with a range of genuine and unique benefits. In 2016, Velocity was awarded Program of
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the Year in the Middle East & Asia/Oceania category for the fourth consecutive year at the industry-coveted Freddie Awards.
VIRTUAL HUMAN RESOURCES Luna House, 37-39 Bermondsey Wall West, London SE16 4RNUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7500 7980 [email protected] www.v-hr.com
Contact: Daniel Brooks Virtual Human Resources is one of the aviation industry’s leading suppliers of permanent and contract recruitment expertise to Airlines, Maintenance Repair Organisations, Original Equipment Manufacturers and other aviation related organisations.
We provide unique, customised staffing solutions aimed at delivering measurable gains in performance, cost reductions and competitive advantage through the provision of first class talent.
Whether your recruitment is short, medium or long term; to cover fleet expansion, fleet changes, seasonal demand or for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, VHR can deliver the expertise you require.
VOLGA-DNEPR GROUP Endeavour House, Coopers End Road, London-Stansted Airport CM24 1ALUnited Kingdom +44 (0)1279 661166 [email protected]/en/
Contact: Alexander Kraynov Volga-Dnepr is a Group of cargo airlines that offers a unique ‘Cargo Supermarket’ service that facilitates its ability to deliver the most suitable and cost-efficient transportation solution for every type of cargo.
The Group operates a fleet of 12 An-124-100 freighters, the world’s largest series-produced cargo aircraft and five modernised IL-76TD-90VD. The charter services are offered by Volga-Dnepr Airlines, the world’s largest transporter of unique, outsize and heavyweight air cargo with over 26 years of operations, which has enabled its customers to achieve fast and reliable deliveries. AirBridgeCargo Airlines is operating 17 modern Boeing 747, connecting the major markets in Asia, Europe and North America via its hub in Moscow and Atran Airlines is operating 737 freighters for more conventional cargo deliveries.
WAVES Picquet House, South Esplanade, Rohais, St Peter Port GY1 3AFGuernsey [email protected] www.flywaves.gg Contact: Nick Magliocchetti Waves is an on-demand air taxi business which uses five pieces of proprietary technology to facilitate the movement of its travellers within a network. A company composed of leaders from aviation, technology and business growth. Waves has dissected aviation process and rebuilt a new and fresh model which it will licence across the world.
WELSH GOVERNMENT QED Centre, Treforest Estate, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff CF37 5YRUnited Kingdom +44 (0)300 061 5582 [email protected] www.businesswales.gov.wales/advancedmaterialsandmanufacturing
Contact: Phil Catherwood The aerospace industry in Wales is a cornerstone of UK aerospace and defence operations and is home to five of the top ten aerospace companies globally; Airbus, GE, Raytheon, BAE Systems and Safran. There are over 150 companies in Wales serving the sector, employing over 20,000 people in both design and manufacturing of structures and interiors, systems, and MRO, with strategic Aerospace Enterprise Zones in North, Mid and South Wales. There are eight universities and many more FE institutions providing world class education and training, R&D and expertise. The sector is represented by the Aerospace Wales Forum.
WHITESTONE AVIATIONChambers of Lawrence Power, 4 King’s Bench Walk, Temple, London EC4Y 7DL United Kingdom+44 (0)20 7822 [email protected]
Contact: Robert PidgeonWhitestone Aviation are leading specialist aviation barristers based in the heart of legal London.
Our aviation team regularly advises in both non-contentious and contentious matters. Our barristers appear in courts both in and out of London on behalf of the major airlines, airports, ground handlers, insurers and manufacturers. We also act in both domestic and international arbitration and plan to open an office in Singapore in 2018.Our expertise covers a wide range of specialist areas, including:● Arbitration.● Contractual disputes, involving carriage and the
sale, supply, construction and manufacture of aircraft.
● Carriage by air disputes involving EU regulations and the Warsaw and Montreal Conventions.
● UK Drone law.● Insurance claims, including major losses and
complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes.● Passenger claims, including baggage, personal
injury, denied boarding, delay and cancellations claims.
● Cargo and product liability disputes. ● International multimodal carriage disputes,
including the Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road.
We were instructed for the 2015 RAFA Shoreham Air Show and are also instructed by leading London solicitors.
We pride ourselves on providing the aero-sector with first-rate and streamlined tailored legal solutions to the widest range of disputes and problems, as well as providing training and education for major forces in the aviation industry.
Contact: Charles Willis Willis Lease Finance Corporation is a provider of aviation services, specialising in leasing spare commercial aircraft engines and other aircraft-related equipment to commercial airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities worldwide.
WORLD AIRNEWS 49 Stirling Crescent, Durban North 4051South Africa +27 (0) 31 564 1319 [email protected] www.airnews.co.za
Contact: Tom Chalmers Monthly Aviation Journal circulating throughout Africa and adjoining Middle Eastern Countries.
XL CATLIN GROUP 20 Gracechurch Street, London EC3V 0BGUnited Kingdom +44 (0)20 7626 0486 [email protected] www.xlcatlin.com
Contact: John Merritt XL Catlin is a global speciality insurer specialising in Aircrew Employee Benefits such as loss of licence and income protection. XL Catlin is also one of the market leaders in aviation insurance
Contact: Andrew Middleton Zenon Recruitment is a specialist suppliers of skilled personnel to airlines, manufacturing organisations, MROs, corporate jet and helicopter operators worldwide. Our consultants have in excess of 30 years aerospace recruitment experience providing recruitment support and advice to our clients and candidates worldwide. Our global network of contacts and our state-of-the-art database of aviation professionals enables us to supply fast and efficiently, high quality personnel to meet all your staffing requirements from post holders, senior executives, pilots and engineers through to sales and operations staff.
