Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Airbus has reached a preliminary agreement with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) aimed at setting up a Sustainable Aviation Hub in Singapore, with an emphasis on technological innovation, research, and development.
As part of this preliminary agreement, Airbus and the EDB will engage in discussions to promote the creation of this Sustainable Aviation Hub in Singapore. This initiative aims to assemble a community of aerospace experts, researchers, and innovators to foster a cooperative setting that encourages the pursuit of research and development activities. These activities are intended to contribute to the development of a strong, environmentally friendly aviation sector. The Hub will prioritize several critical areas for development:
Decarbonization of Aviation:
The Hub is committed to aiding the global shift toward low-carbon aviation, focusing on the study and analysis of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) supply chain and hydrogen-based technologies.
Maintenance, Services, and Operations:
It will also aim to enhance maintenance, services, and operations within the aerospace sector by adopting innovative technologies and best practices.
Air Traffic and Unmanned Air Traffic Management:
Additionally, the Hub will undertake initiatives to upgrade air traffic management (ATM) systems and explore the burgeoning field of unmanned air traffic management (UTM).
The project encompasses the design, creation, and testing of sustainable aviation technologies and industry best practices. Airbus’ campus in Seletar Aerospace Park, Singapore, will host the Sustainable Aviation Hub.
“Singapore is home to Airbus’ Asia-Pacific headquarters, given its strategic location, pro-innovation policies, highly skilled workforce and strong research capabilities. It therefore is an ideal choice to spearhead such an initiative here. This project aligns with the Airbus commitment to lead the decarbonisation of the aerospace sector. We look forward to exploring together to develop new technologies and invest in solutions for low carbon aviation,”
“The Airbus Sustainable Aviation Hub represents another milestone in Singapore’s longstanding partnership with Airbus. Making aviation greener is an important component in decarbonising our planet. Singapore is partnering with leading aerospace companies to drive technology, research and innovation, and talent development to support the sustainable growth of the aviation industry,”
A key objective for the Hub is to foster strong partnerships with local businesses, universities, and research institutes to promote knowledge sharing, talent development, and collaborative research efforts. An extensive talent development program will also be launched to cultivate the skills of local aerospace professionals, researchers, and innovators. This will include internships, training sessions, and collaborative projects supported by Airbus’ global research teams. This initiative builds on the nearly two-decade-long collaborative relationship between Airbus and the EDB, furthering their joint commitment to the launch of the Sustainable Aviation Hub in Singapore.
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
