Events

DUBAI, UAE – 09 August, 2021: EDGE Group, the UAE’s advanced technology group for defence and beyond, will have a major presence at Dubai Airshow 2021. As the Dubai Airshow’s Defence Technology Partner, EDGE Group will showcase its wide range of aviation, defence and technology services to international industry leaders, whilst supporting the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ campaign. EDGE Group is also part of the Dubai Airshow Advisory Board, which aims to drive the growth of the aerospace industry. As part of the second meeting of Dubai Airshow’s Advisory Board 2021, Khalid Al Breiki, President of Mission Support at EDGE Group, and member of Dubai Airshow’s Advisory Board 2021, said: “We are confident that Dubai Airshow 2021 will serve as a major platform from which to support the UAE’s ‘Make it in the Emirates’ campaign. It brings key international entities to the UAE, and brilliantly showcases the giant strides the UAE is making in the research, development, and production of superior cutting-edge products and capabilities across the fields of aviation, aerospace, and defence, and EDGE Group is proud to be leading the way. “It is also the ideal venue for the promotion and exchange of knowledge and expertise between the UAE and nations around world. We are collaborating closely in this nationwide campaign with key partners here in the emirates, and assisting in its key role of supporting the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology’s Operation 300bn strategy, which aims to strengthen the UAE’s position as a global hub for future industries.” Al Breiki shed light on the importance of Emiratisation, saying: “We place tremendous faith and pride in Emirati talent as they play a major role in contributing to the nation’s growth and sustainable development. We are therefore fully committed to supporting local capabilities by providing them with the required tools to develop, grow, and to facilitate real change. This is complementary to our belief in the importance of global partnerships, which are invaluable for knowledge sharing and continued best practice. Highly skilled talent, whether local and global, are crucially important for driving the UAE’s industrialisation, which in turn is fundamentally important to the growth of its knowledge-based economy.” EDGE Group is creating opportunities in aviation services, aviation precision manufacturing, autonomous capabilities, directed energy, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials, with artificial intelligence embedded across its products and services. EDGE also plans to utilise its disruptive technologies to transform the aerospace and defence industry. Earlier this year, EDGE Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tawazun Economic Council (Tawazun), the defence and security industry enabler, to empower Emirati nationals. Under the MoU, EDGE Group will offer outstanding UAE nationals the opportunity to take part in development programs, job placement opportunities, and internships in the advanced technology, defence and security domains, through the Sustain & Enhance Emiratization in Defence and Security (SEEDS) Program. Having a major presence at Dubai Airshow 2021, EDGE Group is also set to showcase the extensive capabilities of its multiple cutting-edge subsidiary companies. Dubai Airshow 2021 will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Defence – from 14-18 November 2021.

Bengaluru, July 27, 2021: Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), Bengaluru will organise a virtual seminar on Civil Aviation Security on the occasion of Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav on July 28 & 29, 2021 at the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. BCAS as a regulatory authority stipulates standards and measures in respect of security of civil aviation in India.The two-day seminar will be virtually inaugurated on July 28, 2021 by Jaideep Prasad, IPS, Joint Director General -BCAS, in the presence of special guests Hari Marar, MD & CEO, Bangalore International Airport Limited, SK Mohanka, CASO, DIG-CISF and Rajiv Kumar Rai, Regional Director, BCAS, Bengaluru. Stakeholders from the aviation ecosystem would participate in the seminar that will see discussions on issues related to security as well as ways to address latest and emerging threats on civil aviation. The seminar is in line with International Civil Aviation Organisation’s (ICAO) theme for the year ‘Year of Security Culture’.

New Delhi ; 22nd July 2021: India’s flagship civil aviation event ” Wings India” jointly organised by Ministry of Civil Aviation and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has announced the hosting of the next edition of ‘WINGS INDIA 2022’ – from March 24-27 at Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad, India. The objective of the biennial event is to provide  platform to the aviation fraternity to showcase the challenges of the aviation sector in the newly developing growth spots and understand how the technology driven innovations will change the air travel in future. Wings India is focused exhibition on Civil Aviation and Aerospace sector  and the 2022 edition  is projected to witness a larger participation from International and Indian Companies from sectors such as Aircraft Manufacturing, Aircraft Machinery & Equipment, Aircraft Interiors, Airlines, Airline Services & Air Cargo, Airports Infrastructure & Equipment, the Space Industry and the Skill Development & Aviation Training Institutes. The event aims to be the most comprehensive event on the Civil Aviation Industry calendar that includes Exhibition, Conference, Chalets, Demonstration Flights, CEOS’ Forum, Static Display, Aerobatics, Media Conferences, one-to-one business meetings etc. The event is expected to witness participation from more than 150 Exhibitors from India & globe and around 25 aircrafts will be showcased at the Static Display area. Concurrent events such as the Inaugural Ceremony, International Conference, Global CEOs’ Forum, B2B / B2G Meetings, Thematic Pavilion and Awards Ceremony, Cultural Night & Business Networking Dinner are some of the highlights of the Show. For Wings India 2022 brochure, click here: https://ficci-web.com/link/Wings2022.pdf

New Delhi, 14th July 2021: FICCI in association with Ministry of Civil Aviation and Pawan Hans Ltd are organizing the third edition of Helicopter Summit on Friday, 27th August 2021. The summit will be held in a Phygital (Physical +Digital) format at Dehradun, Uttarakhand and timing will be betwenn: 1100 to 1400 hrs IST. The summit is being organised with an objective to boost the helicopter industry in India. Civil helicopters play a vital role in the development of the economy. The global demand for both civil & military helicopters record a new high, which enhances the scope of helicopters industry in India. Today, with the advancement in technology, modern helicopters can be used in various ways. The requirement of helicopters for civil use is also sizeable with growing requirements in tourism, mining, corporate travel, air ambulance, homeland security and air charter etc. The summit will have the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the entire ecosystem of the aviation industry including the operators, MRO providers, regulators, Financing & Leasing companies. It will be platform to bring together all the stakeholders of the industry and exchange their ideas to take the sector to the highest level. The broad objectives of the Summit are: * Providing a common platform for all industry stakeholders, policy makers to discuss the growth story of Indian Helicopter industry (India@75), the issues, challenges and brainstorming solutions for the way ahead. * Enhancing the scope of Regional Connectivity Scheme in remote areas, hilly terrains and, also expanding the rural to urban connectivity in the country. * Boost tourism in the Himalayan states by providing uninterrupted helicopter services to the tourist hotspots and encouraging Helicopter-based emergency medical services (HEMS) in India. * Enhancing the role of Helicopters in supporting other industries * Showcasing the latest technology in the helicopter industry For registration, click the link below: https://ficci.in/registration/invitee-form.asp?evid=25646

29 June 2021, Moscow MAKS-2021 International Air Show will be held from July 20 to 25 at the Gromov Flight Research Institute’s airfield in Zhukovsky, near Moscow. This is rated as one of the premier air show as one can see the best export versions of Russian aircraft and armaments, air defense and electronic warfare assets, including new products no air show in Zhukovsky can do without. In 2021, we have invited more than 120 delegations from 65 countries and are going to unveil the IL-112B, IL-114-300 aircraft, Ka-32A11M, Ansat-M, Mi-171A3 helicopters, as well as the S-350 Vityaz long-range SAM system,” said Alexander Mikheev, Director General of Rosoboronexport. In addition, among the new products launched at MAKS-2021, the virtual reality Su-35 and Su-57E pilot station simulators, presented by Sukhoi (a Rostec subsidiary), will surely be of interest to foreign partners. The official sponsor of the MAKS-2021,Rosoboronexport JSC (part of the Rostec State Corporation) will showcase the Globe touch-screen-based interactive multimedia installation. With this installation, visitors will be able to see 38 3D models of advanced defense products, their performance data, and view photos and videos. In addition, scaled models of the IL-76MD-90A(E) military transport aircraft, Mi-35M transport/attack helicopter, Ka-52 scout/attack helicopter, Mi-26T2 heavy-lift transport helicopter, and the Mi-17V-5 military transport helicopter (an export version of the Mi-8MTV-5 helicopter) will be on display at the stand. Rosoboronexport also prepared multimedia presentations of products promoted in external markets such as the Su-35, MiG-35/35D, IL-76MD-90A(E) and IL-78MK-90A aircraft, Ka-52, Mi-28NE, Mi-35M, Mi-35P, Mi-17V-5, Mi-8AMTSh-VA, Mi-171Sh and Mi-38T helicopters, air defense systems and equipment: S-400 air defense missile system, Viking, Buk-M2E, Tor-M2KM, Tor-M2 SAM systems, Pantsir-S1M and Pantsir-S1 SPAAGM systems, Verba and Igla-S MANPADS, radars and EW systems.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 31May 2021: Dubai Airshow 2021, in partnership with Gothams, a leading accelerator that is helping to build the next generation of aerospace and defence startups have launched the VISTA pitch competition. The contest aims to support disruptive startups in shaping the future of the aerospace industry. Startups from all over the world, with game changing products and solutions in aviation, space, defence and technology, are invited to present their revolutionary ideas. Dubai Airshow 2021 is accepting submissions until 10-June on https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/vista-startup-competition-form The VISTA pitch competition will give the two most innovative winning startups access to exclusive one on one mentorship session with Gothams, in addition to receiving an exhibiting opportunity at VISTA which will allow them to showcase their technologies, gain facetime with global investors, and a chance to enter exclusive pitch competitions and work with some of the region’s biggest players within the aerospace and defence sectors. Elodie Robin-Guillerm from Gothams said: “The VISTA competition comes as part of our efforts to support startups in achieving their objectives and contribute to the growth of the aerospace and defence industries. Through this competition, we offer startups a golden opportunity that can be a turning point in their journey. We invite every startup with a revolutionary idea that can transform the future of the industry to take part in this competition, which could serve as a gateway for connecting them with global venture capitalists.” Startups will be asked to fill in the competition’s submission form and include a three minute video pitch about their startup and its mission to transform the future of aerospace. All entries will be judged by a team of industry experts, based on different criteria, including creativity, potential, functionality, impact, and people. The two selected startups will secure their place on the VISTA program with a chance of winning exclusive prizes that will help support their ground-breaking ideas. The winners will be announced no later than 2 weeks after the closing date. Co-located with Dubai Airshow 2021 -VISTA will provide entrepreneurs with an unrivalled opportunity to connect with investors, partners, and mentors to launch, scale and grow their startups, and bolster the growth of the aerospace and defence industries. The most anticipated startup hub in the industry will be the ultimate platform for innovators,creators and market disruptors to display their latest technologies for transforming the aerospace and defence industries. (Dubai Airshow 2021 Press Relaese. Aviation World is official Media Partner of the upcoming event.)

Red Arrows, Canadian Snowbirds and F4 Phantom fly-in to support Aerobility’s Armchair Airshow Aviators from around the world are coming together in support of disabled flying – giving their time to participate in Aerobility’s Armchair Airshow 2021, which will livestream on Saturday, 29th May at 14:00 hrs BST. The line-up is impressive with The Red Arrows being joined by The Royal Canadian Air Force’s display team, The Snowbirds, Rich Goodwin’s Jet Pitts, The Memphis Belle as well as Spitfires from the Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar and more. There is even exclusive access to the workshop building the world’s fastest electric aircraft. The show will also deliver exclusive interviews and aircraft tours from the Imperial War Museum Duxford as well as a brand-new footage from the RAF’s Typhoon Display Team. Guests joining the show to share their insight and experience of the world of aviation include three-time US National Aerobatic Champion, Patty Wagstaff, land-speed record holder and F4 Phantom pilot, Andy Green and Jessica Cox, the world’s first armless pilot. Mike Miller-Smith, CEO at Aerobility, said “The Armchair Airshow is once again bringing live aviation direct to livings rooms everywhere, whilst at the same time changing lives by raising funds to ensure anyone with any disability can learn to fly. We are humbled by the support of the aviation community and cannot wait to share the event on Saturday.” Watch the show live via www.ArmchairAirshow.com

This edition of Airport Modernisation Summit has key objective to connect government sector, stakeholders, influencers, experts and solution providers on one platform to meet, network of local and international case study presentations, product presentations, product launches, panel discussions and networking sessions. This Summit is a Two – Day educational and business exchange platform designed to connect regional and international project stakeholders. Event Date: 16th & 17th September, 2021 Venue: Bengaluru, India Hosted By: TraiCon Events Media Partner: Aviation World For more information contact : Mr. Alfin:- Tel: +91 9036981048 ;Email: alfin@traiconevents.com website: www.traiconevents.com/upc-ams4.html

*8th edition to be held at DWTC over three days *50-plus speakers to address physically/virtually *GCAA, GDRFA and SIRA chiefs to speak *Israeli airports to join for the first time *Focus on Digital Transformation and Security Readiness post-pandemic Dubai, May 18, 2021: After holding it in digital format in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Global Airport Leaders Forum (GALF) will be staged for the eighth time at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from May 24 to 26.As a co-located event of the 20th edition of Airport Show, the world’s largest airport industry B2B event, the much-anticipated aviation industry gathering will see 50-plus speakers addressing the participants, both physically and virtually. Talking virtually will be His Excellency Saif Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and His Excellency Major General Khalifa Ibrahim Al Saleis, CEO of Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) that was set up in 2016 to provide Dubai with the highest levels of safety and security. The collocated show will take place across 12,000 square metres of exhibition space with participants expected from at least 90 countries despite global travel restrictions as global aviation moves back to normalcy. Other co-located events include ATC Forum and Airport Security along with new conferences focusing on Airport Passengers’ Experience and Airport Digital Transformation. Taking place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, this will be the largest hybrid gathering of airport industry players after the Covid-19 pandemic extensively impacted the entire aviation industry. Daniyal Qureshi, Group Exhibitions Director at Reed Exhibitions Middle East, organisers of the Airport Show, said GALF-2021 will help airports and other aviation industry players in understanding and preparing for enhancing safety, widening efficiency and improving profitability. Participating from the Airports Council International (ACI), the trade association of the world’s airports whose members operate 1933 airports in 183 countries, will be Stefano Baronci, Director General at Asia-Pacific, Dimitri Coll, Vice President of Airport Customer Experience, and Gary Leung, Manager for Security and Facilitation at Asia-Pacific. For the first time since the UAE became the fourth Arab country to normalise relations with Israel, senior officials from Israel Airports Authority will participate at the event, as well as conduct a workshop titled ‘Preparing for the Cybersecurity Challenge’ exclusively for attendees. Amongst the confirmed speakers highlighting the challenges and future technologies in Air Traffic Control areIsmaeil Al Balooshi, Assistant Director-General Aviation Safety Affairs at GCAA; David Shomar, Vice President of Civil Security at SAAB: RyyanWaddahTarabzoni, CEO of Saudi Air Navigation; Jan Klas, CEO of ANS Czech Republic; Yahya Abdalla AlHammadi, CEO, GAL ANS and Andrew P. Fiamingo, COO, Indra. Apart from GDRFA, SIRA, ACI and Israel Airports Authority, key security experts speaking at the Airport Security conference include Zack Zainal, Senior Vice President, Emirates Group Security; Fahmi Jabri, General Manager, Honeywell Commercial Security Middle East, Turkey & Africa; Sudarshan Avadhany, Head of Sales Government Solutions in Middle East, Rohde & Schwarz; Ayman A. M Aboabah, VP Operations, Riyadh Airport and Johnnie Müller, Senior Vice President Security Services & Crisis Response, Copenhagen Airport, amongst others. With a strong digital element added to the conference this year, several North American aviation experts will also be able to join their peers on the stage for the first time at the conference, giving it the largest global speakers line-up ever, including Syed Mohammed Mehdi, A.A.E. Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, San Antonio International Airport; Tara Mulrooney, Vice President Technology, Edmonton International Airport; Mark Thorpe, CEO, Ontario International Airport; ApiAppulingam, PE Deputy Director of Aviation, Capital Development Philadelphia International and Northeast Philadelphia Airports; Paul A. Brown, CEO, Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA); Ann B. Richart AAE, Director of Aeronautics, Nebraska Department of Transportation and Jeffrey Miller, Airport Director, Laredo International Airport, USA. (News Based on Press Release)