Swiss Aerospace Cluster Annual Report 2019 Content Membership structure
Foreword by Roland Hengartner 4 Foreword by Frank Eggmann 5 Foreword by Andreas Löwenstein 6 Portrait of the Network 7 Bodies of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster 124 Members 8 Advisory Board and Cluster Office (November 2019):9 Financial Report SAC 2019 è98 companies 10 Members è4 Research institutions11 New Members in 2019 è22 other members12 (associations, economic Continuing Members development offices13 and Working Groups individual members)18 Aerospace Medicine 19 Aerospace Suppliers 20 Aviation and Aerospace Cluster Middle East 21 Helicopter 22 Risk, Safety and Liability in Aviation 23 Space Industry and Satelite Navigation 24
Science and Education 25 6 Publisher: Swiss Airport Suppliers 26 Swiss Aerospace Cluster Past Events and Activities in 2019 27 c/o Center for Aviation Competence University of St.Gallen Prime Partners & Publications 32
Dufourstrasse 40a Preview 2020 33 CH-9000 St.Gallen SWISS Pavilion 36
Tel. +41 (0)71 224 30 20 SWISS Pavilion and Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge 37 Fax +41 (0)71 224 25 36 National and International Cooperation 38 www.swiss-aerospace-cluster.ch Sponsors, Donors and Supporters 39 [email protected]
Editors: Erik Linden, Adrian Müller & Robin Richner
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3 Content Foreword by Roland Hengartner Foreword by Frank Eggmann President of the SAC and CEO of Aerolite AG Consul General of Switzerland to Dubai
Dear members of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster, the Swiss Aerospace Cluster are globally recognized, examples include, Dear members of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster, exciting opportunities for the Swiss Aviation and Aerospace Cluster Dear Aerospace enthusiasts among others, the Bodensee Aerospace Meeting (BAM), the SAC Talks Dear Aerospace enthusiasts Middle East (SAAC-ME) to highlight Swiss excellence and interact on specific topics or exclusive B2Bs with partner clusters in Europe. with local companies and customers. The SBH ME can also support Switzerland is the worldwide leader for innovation. Overall, the Swiss Beyond its borders, the SAC once again proved to be a fundamental The golden age of the aviation and aerospace industry in the Middle you with tailor-made solutions for your events, meetings and more on Aerospace industry one of the most innovative industries Innovation is platform for the Swiss aerospace industry. At central trade fairs all over East is drawing to a close as it enters into the realistic phase of sup- the SWISS Pavilion at the Expo! one key aspect for the success of Swiss companies and the Swiss econ- the world (including Dubai, Singapore, the USA, China, Italy, Germany, ply and demand while facing fierce regional competition (Dubai, Abu omy. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster (SAC) plays a vital role for innova- and many others), the SAC acted as a "door opener" for its mem- Dhabi, Doha and Istanbul) in a global economic slowdown. Stormy Whether at the SWISS Pavilion, or in combination with other aviation tion within the aerospace industry. Through steady growth, the SAC ber organizations and partners. In the future, through a partnership days ahead? exhibition in the Middle East – such as the Airport Show - 2020 is the enables an exchange of knowledge and contacts to foster innovation with Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE), the SAC will support its time to join forces and double (20/20) our efforts, and to raise our within the industry and across borders. members even further in the development of new markets, creating Yes and no: The aviation and aerospace industry remains one of the national flag high. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster enables companies to get business op- links with international business partners, and the elaboration of new most strategic and important non-oil sectors, not only for the UAE portunities. On several occasions in 2019, various members of the business fields. Also, the SAC promotes international exchange with economy, but also for the wider GCC Region. Yours sincerely, Swiss aerospace industry had the chance to present their products its partner clusters throughout the world and has a particular focus Frank Eggmann and services to a well renowned national and international audience. on cooperating with European partners in the European Aerospace Furthermore, beyond dark clouds, there is always a blue sky of oppor- Also, the SAC organizes a myriad of different events on relevant and Cluster Partnership (EACP) with its 45 aerospace clusters and more tunities, and this is even more valid for innovative Switzerland - ranked future-oriented topics, which demonstrate synergy potential and fos- than 5’000 aerospace companies. the most innovative country in the world for the ninth consecutive ter cooperation between the active companies, organizations, and dif- The SAC fosters its network on a daily basis, contributing to the reach year - with its cutting-edge technologies and wealth of expertise. ferent stakeholders of the industry. In the future, the SAC will strive and image of its members and the industry overall. Through our online to further promote the exchange between aerospace actors, paying and offline channels, including homepage, LinkedIn, and our newsletters, We at the Consulate General of Switzerland in Dubai, and the Swiss particular attention to connecting our members with companies of the SAC will continue to play an essential role for the innovation of Business Hub Middle East (SBH – ME), aim at cruising high into 2020, national and international partner clusters from the aerospace indus- Switzerland's aerospace industry members in the future. helping Swiss SMEs navigate through the challenges ahead, identify- try, adjacent industries, or specialized clusters. In the future, these ac- A big thank you goes to all members ing potential market niches for our partners, while strengthening and tivities are to be intensified and professionalized with partners, such as and authorities who supported the creating the awareness of Swiss Excellence in Aviation and Aerospace CC Schweiz, SHA, SVZD, Swissmem, ESA BIC, the Swiss Space Center, SAC in the past and will do so in the across the Middle East. to name just a few. future. We are looking forward to a Today, the Swiss Aerospace Cluster is the largest and most important new decade of innovation and collabo- We want to experience this journey with you! aerospace network for SMEs in Switzerland. The Swiss Aerospace ration according to our motto “better Cluster gained more than 20 new members in 2019 alone, accounting together”. Special times require special measures: The Dubai Expo2020 for a total of more than 120 members at the end of 2019. It serves as is that unique measure! Opening on 20.10.2020, it will offer various an essential platform for the Swiss aerospace industry. The events of Yours sincerely, Roland Hengartner
Official opening ceremony of the SWISS Pavilion at the Dubai Airshow 2019. From left to right: H.E. Frank Eggmann Consul General of Switzerland, H.E. Massimo Baggi Ambassador of Switzerland in the U.A.E. and Carl Ziegler CEO of T-LINK.
Annual Report SAC 2019 4 5 Annual Report SAC 2019 Foreword by Andreas Löwenstein Portrait of the Network CEO Kopter
Dear members of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster, A large part of the year has been dedicated to prepare the first Swiss Organization: Association Swiss Aerospace Cluster References Helicopter Day, which will take place on 11 February 2020 at the • Realization of various industry projects with member organiza- 2019 has been a strong but contrasted year for the worldwide Aero- Linth-arena in Näfels. Glarus Nord undoubtedly has the potential to tions and external partners space Industry. become a major helicopter competence center around the Mollis Cluster Office: Swiss Aerospace Cluster • Realization of a Swiss Aerospace Directory airfield, which is being developed by the local and regional authorities c/o CFAC-HSG • Presence at domestic and foreign trade fairs with an own concept On the one hand, we continued to see significant investments and into a business hub. Dufourstr. 40a - the Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge developments in highly promising areas like electric propulsion, which CH-9000 St.Gallen • Trade fair consulting with prime partners S-GE, T-LINK and AFAC will reduce carbon emissions, make flights quieter, and decrease costs. This Helicopter Day defined and promoted in close collaboration • Organization of events and congresses in Switzerland and abroad Urban Air Mobility (UAM) concepts are flourishing. They bring new with the SHA will gather key representatives of the industry as well Contact: Erik Linden • Co-organization of the Bodensee Aerospace Meeting (BAM) perspectives and new players to our industry, even if big challenges as Swiss operators and FOCA. Around 30 companies will exhibit their Phone: +41 71 224 30 20 • Working Groups with practice partners from the services and the remain ahead of us, like setting the right infrastructures, creating a ro- products and solutions. We expect fruitful exchanges around pres- Fax: +41 71 224 25 36 industry for goal-oriented treatment of various relevant issues bust air traffic management system or developing the right regulations entations and panel discussions dealing with the challenges but also E-Mail: [email protected] • Legal advice in Aerospace (liability and contractual law) with and airworthiness certifications. the opportunities of our industry. Internet: www.swiss-aerospace-cluster.ch prime partner
On the other hand, the aerospace giant Boeing is still reeling from the We are convinced that this first event will become an important Founded: 02.07.2010 in the Swiss Museum of Memberships and Partners fall out of two 737 Max aircrafts. It is taking huge efforts to the com- yearly gathering, reflecting the growing importance of the helicopter Transport, Lucerne • Aerosuisse pany to get the 737 Max recertified by authorities around the world branch in our Cluster. • Aviation Research Center Switzerland (ARCS) and restore confidence in the traveling public. Focal points • CFAC-HSG Center for Aviation Competence, University of As a conclusion, I would like to thank all our members, business part- One of the cluster’s key goals is building and maintaining a national St.Gallen, (Patron) This reminds us that safety must be our obsession.The analysis of the ners and supporters for all their efforts in making Aerospace an in- and international network. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster cooperates • EACP European Aerospace Cluster Partnership, Hamburg Boeing case will have consequences on the whole industry as it might creasingly buoyant and attractive part of the Swiss economy. It is up to with the Swiss government, cantons as well as international and other • ESA BIC, Zurich (Business Incubation Center of the ESA lead to rethink the roles of authorities and industry in the air safety us to continue to bring it to new levels, cluster organizations and facilitates an active exchange of information in Switzerland) and certification processes. Our Swiss industry must stay at the upper always keeping in mind “Safety first”. and knowledge between all partners. It serves as an enabling factor • Forum Luft- und Raumfahrt Baden-Württemberg Stuttgart edge of safety and reliability worldwide. for innovation and technology transfer between research institutions • Swissmem Best regards, and companies. Regularly, national and international events and trade • Swiss Space Association (SSO/SRV), Yverdon Focusing now on the Swiss Aerospace Cluster, we saw the realization Andreas Löwenstein fairs are promoted and organized to retain existing and open new • Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE), Zurich of important milestones in 2019, like the delivery of the 50th Pilatus markets. PC-24. This brilliant achievement of our colleagues shows that Swiss players are able to be equals to their US or European counterparts. Our vision: As the leading Swiss aerospace network, we open up worldwide business opportunities for our members and partners.
Annual Report SAC 2019 6 7 Annual Report SAC 2019 Bodies of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster Advisory Board and Cluster Office
Advisory Board Cluster Office The committee is particularly happy that all organs of the Swiss Aer- Board Members ospace Cluster continued their work in 2019. The seven board mem- Prof. Dr. Marcel Egli Brigadier Peter Soller Erik Linden bers of the Cluster remained unchanged in 2019. Joël Hencks Head of Center for Competence Commander of Cluster Manager Swiss Aerospace Managing Director in Aerospace Biomedical Science & "Lehrverband Flieger 31" Cluster and Doctoral Student, The board wishes to thank the members of the advisory board for AeroEx GmbH, Buchs (SG) Technology, Space Biology Group, Luftwaffe Payerne CFAC-HSG, Center for Aviation their continuing commitment and support. We thank Chris Watts www.aeroex.eu University of Applied Sciences www.luftwaffe.ch Competence University of St.Gallen and Bruno Sauter, which are stepping down from their position as Lucerne, www.hslu.ch www.cfac.ch Advisory Board members for their efforts towards fostering the net- work of the SAC nationally and internationally. In the following you Prof. Dr. Michel Guillaume Adrian Müller will find the list of the members of the board and the advisory board. Alex Baumgartner Head of Center for Aviation ZAV Cluster Manager Swiss Aerospace Managing Director ZHAW Winterthur Cluster and Doctoral Student, Solenix GmbH in Kappel (SO) www.zav.zhaw.ch CFAC-HSG, Center for Aviation and Solenix Deutschland GmbH Competence University of St.Gallen Board Leadership www.solenix.ch www.cfac.ch
Diana Hartz Nicole Denk Roland Hengartner Prof. Dr. Alain Geiger Head of Business Development Assistant President of the Board Institute of Geodesy and Photo- Canton Nidwalden CFAC-HSG, Center for Aviation Aerolite AG, Ennetbürgen (NW) grammetry of the ETH Zurich www.nw.ch Competence University of St.Gallen www.aerolite.ch www.ggl.baug.ethz.ch www.cfac.ch
Prof. Dr. Roland Müller Robin Richner Vice-President & Finances René Vuillemin Co-owner of ME Advocat Assistant Managing Director Attorneys at Law Staad SG CFAC-HSG, Center for Aviation Europoles Suisse GmbH, Mollis (GL) www.advocat.ch Competence University of St.Gallen Dr. Andreas Wittmer www.europoles.com www.cfac.ch Managing Director CFAC-HSG, Center for Aviation Competence University of St.Gallen Dr. Maurizio Scaramuzza Carl Ziegler Naomi Bechtold www.cfac.ch Head CNS Expert Group, CEO of T-LINK Management AG Assistant Skyguide – Swiss Air Navigation www.t-link.ch CFAC-HSG, Center for Aviation Services Ltd. Member of FABEC Competence University of St.Gallen Wangen www.cfac.ch www.skyguide.ch
Annual Report SAC 2019 8 9 Annual Report SAC 2019 Financial Report SAC 2019 Members by Dr. Andreas Wittmer
The Swiss Aerospace Cluster concludes the operational year of 2019 Since its foundation in 2010, the Swiss Aerospace Cluster has been Membership Benefits with a balanced result. We increased our Cluster member base by able to increase the number of members every year. As by the end of • Your firm will be part of the Swiss aerospace directory 20 new members during the last twelve months. This leads to stable the year (31.12.2019), the cluster counted more than 120 members. • Industry network with various events, delegation meetings, membership fees and the financial and an administrative security for During the year, the cluster won 20 new members. The coming year thematic workshops etc. (e.g. at the general assembly, see mem- the organization of the Cluster. promises a further rise of members due to its increased activities in bers and events) the helicopter and drone markets, opportunities in the area of geo- • Easy access to the Swiss aerospace industry thanks to the net- According to the fiscal budget, the Cluster Office was led cost-effec- graphical as well as through activities to topically diversify and inter- work tively by the Center for Aviation Competence (CFAC-HSG), which nationalize the Cluster. • Access to public events, trade fairs and forums at reduced prices contributed to the positive result. The costs of the Cluster are pre- • Privileged access to training and further education offered by dictable and therefore under good control. Risks are more likely on Membership Structure member organizations at reduced prices the income side, where changes of the number of members and the The Swiss Aerospace Cluster consists of the following categories of • Support in finding partners for knowledge and technology transfer need for further financial support by the state of Zurich for specif- members: • Opportunities to actively participate in our working groups on ic projects can have positive or negative effects next year. From a • Producing suppliers, such as aircraft cabin outfitters, lightweight con- various relevant topics financial perspective, the Cluster looks into a bright future with new struction, surface technology and process engineering to avionics possibilities to foster business activities for its members. • Universities, universities of applied sciences, R&D institutions • Service providers in the Aerospace industry, such as lawyers, in- surance companies, consulting and engineering, (further) educa- tion and certification, trade and charter brokers • Cantonal administrations, public services and export promotion organizations • Other associations and networks
It is a declared goal of the cluster to enable advanced cooperation among our members since increasing numbers of members are the best way to enlarge cooperation possibilities. With this goal in mind, our focus still lies on continuously acquiring more members, particu- larly in the aeropsace producing and service industry.
We thus encourage our members to actively spread the word about our organization in order to make the cluster widely known. Experi- ence has shown that word-of-mouth recommendation by the mem- bers is the best publicity for a network.
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Annual Report SAC 2019 10 11 Annual Report SAC 2019 New Members Continuing Members
9T Labs AG Imitec GMBH studairQS AAQUIS SA Air Zermatt AG AXA Corporate 9T LABS Zürich ZH Meilen ZH Hinwil ZH Genève GE Raron VS Solutions Assurance, Paris www.9tlabs.com www.imitec.ch www.studairqs.ch www.aaqius.com www.air-zermatt.ch Winterthur ZH www.axa-winterthur.com AeroFEM GmbH Interfast AG Swiss Federation Aedel Aerospace GmbH, AirWork & Heliseilerei Ennetbürgen NW Zug ZG of Civil Drones Zug ZG GmbH (A&H) Batt Suisse GmbH SCHWEIZERISCHER VERBAND ZIVILER DROHNEN www.aerofem.com www.interfast.ch Bern BE www.aedel-aerospace.ch Immensee SZ Glattbrugg ZH www.drohnenverband.ch www.air-work.com www.batt-suisse.ch Alphacam Kifa AG Aegerter Swiss Winterthur ZH Aadorf TG Swiss Quality Broker Technology AG Amaris Technologies GmbH Berhalter AG www.alphacam.ch www.kifa.ch Partner AG Heimberg BE Zürich ZH Widnau SG Sargans SG www.aegerterag.ch www.amaris.com www.berhalter.com Assaia International AG MF-Mechanik AG www.sqbroker.ch Zürich ZH Wilen SZ AeroEx GbmH Anwendungszentrum GmbH BMS Management www.assaia.com MF-MECHANIK www.mf-mechanik.ch VRMotion AG Buchs SG D-82205 Gilching Singapore Schaffhausen SH www. aeroex.ch www.anwendungszentrum.de www.bmsmanagement.com.sg Brancaro Industries MyAirSeat GmbH www.vrm-switzerland.ch Milan IT Baltschieder VS Aerolite AG Aurora Swiss BR TEC Bühler AG www.brancaro.com www.my-air-seat.com Ennetbürgen NW Aerospace GmbH Turbenthal ZH www.aerolite.ch Luzern LU www.brtec.eu Dufour Aerospace Paoluzzo AG aurora-aero.ch Visp VS Ipsach BE AFAC – Agency Bucher Leichtbau AG www.dufour.aero www.paoluzzo.ch for Aviation Aviation VALLEY Fällanden ZH Communication AG Rzeszow PL www.bucher-group.com EBIRD AG Precipart SA Zug ZG www.dolinalotnicza.pl Kloten ZH Lyss BE www.afac.aero BWB-Gruppe www.e-bird.ch www.precipart.com AWA Amt für Wirtschaft Stans-Oberdorf NW AIG Europe Limited, und Arbeit Zürich ZH www.bwb-group.com HiCo-ICS GmbH SFB AG London www.awa.zh.ch Zug ZG Hildisrieden LU Glattbrugg ZH Cosylab Switzerland GmbH www.hico.com www.sfb-ag.ch www.aig.com Villigen AG www.cosylab.com
Annual Report SAC 2019 12 13 Annual Report SAC 2019 Dietze Group Europoles Suisse GmbH Härterei Gerster AG IBOR AG Knöpfel AG ME Advocat AG Maienfeld GR Mollis GL Egerkingen SO Ettiswil LU Walzenhausen AR Staad SG www.dietzegroup.com www.europoles.com www.gerster.ch www.ibor.ch www.knoepfel.ch www.advocat.ch
DMD Solutions GmbH Flükiger und Co. AG Hedinger Aircraft Idee Suisse Kontaktstelle für Next Generation Flight Training Luzern LU Oberburg BE Components AG Zürich ZH Wirtschaft Kanton Glarus Cham ZG www.dmd.solutions www.fluekiger.ch Wattwil SG www.idee-suisse.ch www.glarus.ch www.ngft.com www.hedinger.com DYCONEX AG Forum Luft- und Raumfahrt IGOL Kopter Group NEXT! BY Bassersdorf ZH Baden-Württemberg e.V. HELI AVIATION.CH Lufingen ZH Mollis GL BUCKENMAIER www.mst.com/dyconex Ostfildern DE Zermatt VS www.igol.aero www.marenco- Dübendorf ZH www.LR BW.de www.heli-aviation.ch swisshelicopter.com www.buckenmaier.ch e. Luterbach AG Imbach & CIE AG Hildisrieden, LU Franke Industrie AG Heule Werkzeug AG Nebikon LU KSU / A-Technik AG Optim Aero www.luterbach-ag.ch Aarburg AG Balgach SG www.imbach.com Wohlen AG Beckenried NW www.industech.ch www.heule.com www.ksu.ch optimaero.com EACP European Aerospace InUnum Cluster Partnership Glarus Nord Hochschule Luzern Ruggell FL Kuerzi Avionics Ozark Dale County Hamburg DE Niederurnen GL Technik & Architektur www.inunum.li Lommis TG USA www.eacp-aero.eu www.glarus-nord.ch Horw LU www.kuerzi.com D www.odedc.com www.hslu.ch/de-ch/ IST Inox Steel-Technology O LISTA AG Eidg. Dept. Für Verteidigung, G-NIUS Switzerland Inc. technik-architektur Gwatt-Thun BE PBConsulting S&T PB Enterprises Bevölkerungsschutz und Eysins VD www.istinox.ch Erlen TG ENTERPRISES Grafing b.M DE Sport VBS, Payerne VD www.g-niusltd.com HSG – Center for Aviation www.lista.com www.pb-enterprises.de www.vbs.admin.ch Competence ITZ Gunnar International Universität St. Gallen Horw LU Marenco AG Plastika Balumag AG ESA BIC Switzerland Altstätten SG www.cfac.ch www.itz.ch Pfäffikon ZH Hochdorf LU Zürich ZH www.gunnar-int.com www.marenco.ch www.plastikabalumag.ch www.esabic.ch Hugentobler John P. Kummer AG HABA AG Spezialleuchten AG Cham ZG Maritime Aerospace AG Prétat SA ETH Zürich Cham ZG Weinfelden TG www.jpkummer.ch Staad SG Cornol JU
Institut für Geodäsie und www.haba.ch hugentobler www.spezialleuchten.ch www.maritime- www.pretat.ch Photogrammetrie Zürich ZH Aerospace.com www.igp.ethz.ch
Annual Report SAC 2019 14 15 Annual Report SAC 2019 Proceq SA Schenker Schweiz AG, SRV – SWISS SPACE Thommen Aircraft Yonder AG Schwerzenbach ZH Pfungen ZH ASSOCIATION Equipment AG Zürich ZH www.proceq.com www.dbschenker.ch Burgdorf BE Muttenz BL www.yonder.info www.swiss-space.ch www.thommen.aero Proventavia GmbH Scheurer Swiss GmbH ZHAW Zürcher Schindellegi SZ Volketswil ZH Swiss Aeropole TSS Innovationsprojekte Hochschule www.proventavia.ch www.scheurer.swiss Payerne VD Roveredo TI für Angewandte
WHERE AVIATION INSPIRES CREATION www.swissaeropole.com www.tss- Wissenschaften Q.C.M. design GmbH Schurter AG innovationsprojekte.ch Winterthur ZH Belp BE Luzern LU Swiss Business www.zav.zhaw.ch www.qcm.ch www.schurter.ch Council UAE u-blox AG Abu Dhabi UAE Thalwil ZH Zürich Tourismus
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www.resourcegroup.co.uk Scobamat AG SwissRE Corporate WIJP SwissTechnik GmbH scobamat Dettighofen TG Solutions Therwil BL REWaG www.scobamat.ch Zürich ZH www.swisstechnik.com Feinmechanik AG www.swissre.com/ Waldkirch SG Simera Innovate GmbH corporate_solutions Wirtschaftsförderung www.rewag.ch Zug ZG Kanton Nidwalden www.simera.com Switzerland Global Stans NW Rösler Schweiz AG Enterprise www.nw.ch Kirchleerau AG Skyguide Zürich ZH www.rosler.ch Wangen b. Dübendorf ZH www.switzerland-ge.com Xovis AG www.skyguide.ch Zollikofen BE Sauter, Bachmann AG T-LINK Management AG www.xovis.com Netstal GL SOLENIX GmbH Freienbach SZ www.sauterbachmann.ch Kappel SO www.t-link.ch www.solenix.ch
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Working Groups Aerospace Medicine By Prof. Dr. Marcel Egli
The Working Groups evolve continuously and deepen collaboration Helicopter Astronauts suffer from intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration due to with the industry. The purpose of the Working Groups is for mem- Chair: René Vuillemin, CEO Europoles Switzerland mechanical unloading caused by microgravity. Interestingly, this IVD bers to meet, discuss and exchange information on specific topics reg- Deputy: Andreas Löwenstein, CEO Kopter Group erosion is similar to the well-known age-related IVD degeneration ularly. Several Working Groups regularly organize specialist events or that leads to low-back pain in the elderly. participate in them. The heads of the Working Groups report about Risk, Safety and Liability in Aviation last year’s activities and engagements in the following chapter. Chair: Prof. Dr. Roland Müller, Müller Eckstein Advocat, The Space Biology Group of the Lucerne University of Applied Scienc- Deputy: Dr. Andreas Wittmer, Managing Director, Center for Aviation Compe- es and Arts (HSLU) has thus introduced an accelerated disease model The Working Groups are chaired by members of the board or the ad- tence (CFAC-HSG) based on mechanical unloading. This model is used to investigate first visory board as well as by actively involved members. New members the processes that are taking place during the IVD degeneration on a are always welcome. If you wish to participate in a Working Group Space Industry and Satelite Navigation molecular level by applying OMICS tools, and second to test different of your interest, please contact the head of the group or the cluster Chair: Stefan Buckenmaier, Next! regenerative strategies to optimize cures. The goal of this model is office. The Working Groups of the year 2019 are the following: Deputy: Prof. Dr. Alain Geiger, Institut für Geodäsie und Photogrammetrie der to provide valuable knowledge for preventive medicine, rehabilitation, ETH Zürich and possibly physiotherapy. Aerospace Medicine Chair: Prof. Dr. Marcel Egli, Head Center of Competence in Aero- Science and Education The group enhances and modifies the model continually to make it space Biomedical Science & Technology, Space Biology Group, Hoch- Chair: Prof. Dr. Michel Guillaume, Zentrumsleiter Aviatik, ZHAW more realistic so that it can be applied in collaborative projects con- schule Luzern research cerning space medicine and the health of astronauts. This is of particu- lar interest for planning long-duration space missions during which Aerospace Suppliers the good health of the astronauts has to be preserved. Chair: Roland Hengartner, CEO, Aerolite AG and President Swiss Goals of the Working Groups: Aerospace Cluster • Focus on the most important and recent topics in the Aerospace industry The project is based on a collaboration between CSEM Alpnach and Deputy: Robert Zehnder, Head of Customer Service & Planning, • Working groups consist of heterogenous experts within the relative field the Space Biology Group, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and AIRplus Maintenance GmbH • Foster a regular exchange within the group to create a constructive Arts (HSLU) dialogue Swiss Airport Suppliers • Organiziation of seminars, meetings and events to increase knowledge and Project coordinator: Dr. Christina Giger, Institute of Medical Engineer- Chair: Carl Ziegler, CEO T-LINK Management AG innovation exchange ing, Space Biology Group, HSLU Deputy: Andreas Hüppi, CEO Hugentobler Spezialleuchten AG • Exchange across working groups in order to learn from each other and create cooperation opportunities across different sectors (both on a na- Aviation and Aerospace Cluster Middle East tional and international level) Chair: Chris Watts, former Consulate General of Switzerland and Head • Increase of the external visibility of the cluster and the Swiss aerospace of Swiss Business Hub Middle East, Switzerland Global Enterprise industry in general
Intervertebral disc (IVD) bioreactor system prepared by Christina Giger for conducting Interested to join the Aerospace Medicine Working Group? another reference experiment in the laboratory. Please contact Marcel Egli ([email protected]).
Annual Report SAC 2019 18 19 Annual Report SAC 2019 Aerospace Suppliers Aviation and Aerospace Cluster Middle East by Roland Hengartner and Robert Zehnder By Swiss Business Hub Middle East
The year 2019 started with the New Year Reception in the Dübendorf Systems," "New Space," "Emergency Response Planning," "Internation- Since the launch, the Aviation and Aerospace Cluster Middle East In 2019, we had the opportunity to be part of the two largest Airforce Center hosted by Aerolite. The event was very well attended, alization in the Aerospace Industry" and "Offset Switzerland." has actively worked towards creating a higher visibility for Swiss and most important aviation exhibitions in the region: the Airport after the welcome speech of the CEO Mr. Hengartner, the visitors had companies and strengthening the awareness of Swiss excellence in Show and the Dubai Airshow. With impressive SWISS Pavilions the chance to visit the Aerolite hangar and see the ongoing installation In October 2019, the Bodensee AIRea cluster invited for the first Aviation and Aerospace in the Middle Eastern markets. present at both of the exhibitions, the Airport Show exhibitors work of Aerolite EMS equipment in the yellow aircraft from the Nor- joint cluster meeting of the Bodensee AIRea and the Swiss Aerospace where comprised mostly of airport technology providers and solu- wegian Air Ambulance. Cluster. The event was hosted by airplus Maintenance in their aircraft The Aviation Sector is definitely Key in this region, particularly in tions, whereas the Airshow pavilion hosted a number of innovative hangars. More than 40 participants from different aerospace compa- the UAE, where large investments have been taking place. With companies in the commercial and general aviation segments. In In March 2019, many SAC members participated as visitors or exhib- nies from Switzerland and the Bodensee area attended the various total orders of 660 airplanes by the renowned Emirates Airlines & conjunction with these exhibitions, the Consul General of Swit- itors at the Bodensee Aerospace Meeting held in Friedrichshafen. The presentations and visits of the airplus Maintenance facilities at Frie- Etihad Airways, as well as Flydubai & Air Arabia, it signifies the trust zerland to Dubai hosted networking dinner receptions, an interac- event started with an exciting shop tour of Airbus Defence and Space. drichshafen Airport. that the four companies have in the future growth of the sector. tive platform bringing together the swiss exhibitors and the local The highlight was undoubtedly the very large cleanroom in the size of experts and players for the opportunity to network, as well as a wide-body hangar where the space satellites are undergoing the final In November, the EACP general assembly took place in Torino, Italy. The Infrastructure part of this sector is, as well, on a high rate share experiences and knowledge. Besides the receptions, an event assembly. The following day more than 20 different aerospace compa- Besides productive meetings with our partner clusters, the event also growth track. One milestone to note here is the opening of the on the topic of offset obligations in the UAE was also organized, nies presented their products and services in the exhibition hall. The offered opportunities to increase our network with new members of new Abu Dhabi Midfield Terminal, scheduled for this year! This where a guest speaker from the local offset company ‘Tawazun’ hosting company Airbus Defence and Space opened the presentation the European Aerospace Cluster Partnership. Moreover, we discussed goes hand in hand with other significant projects across the GCC shared knowledge about offset business in the UAE, together with sessions. in workshops the current challenges and opportunities in strategy, region, with Riyadh and Muscat Airports opening earlier! the Swiss Companies RUAG & SR Technics sharing their experi- technology, supply chain, and education. ence on the topic. “Composites in Aerospace” was another exciting event in May 2019 held in Dübendorf. The line-up was great with presentations of RUAG Attending the SAC events allows having B2B meetings with colleagues With the Expo2020 mega event approaching, and with the 2020 Space, Smartflyer, Kopter, Aurora, ZHAW, ETH, Universität Stuttgart, in the aerospace industry. From most of the participating companies editions of the Airport Show as well as the Helishow Dubai to look ANSYS, CONNOVA, and Aero Consultants. we hear, that different business opportunities have been achieved be- forward to, all these platforms will represent a perfect opportunity tween the companies. to showcase your Swiss products, technologies and services to a Also, in May 2019, various SAC members attended the 6th Technologi- broad audience. etag Hybrider Leichtbau in Stuttgart. The Swiss Business Hub Middle East would be glad to assist you In June 2019, the SAC General Assembly was hosted the Autonomous in your venture into this attractive Market, and to be part of the Systems Lab LEE J207 and the Robotic Systems Lab LEE H218 of the continuous growth. ETH in Zurich. It was a great program with speakers from ETH, HSG, ARIS, SGE, and some more on the topics "Autonomous and Robotics
Interested to join the Aviation and Aerospace Cluster Middle East Interested to join the Aerospace Supplier Working Group? Please Working Group? Please contact H.E. Frank Eggmann, Consul General Ribbon Cutting with Ambassador Massimo Baggi, Consul General Frank Eggmann and Defence contact Roland Hengartner ([email protected]) or Rob- First joint cluster meeting of the Bodensee AIRea and the Swiss Aerospace Cluster hosted by of Switzerland to Dubai ([email protected]). Attache Girolamo Matteazzi at the Dubai Airshow 2019. ert Zehnder ([email protected]). airplus Maintenance.
Annual Report SAC 2019 20 21 Annual Report SAC 2019 Helicopter Risk, Safety and Liability in Aviation By René Vuillemin By Prof. Dr. Roland Müller
2019 was, once again, a very active year for the Working Group helicop- The purpose of the working group Risk, Safety, and Liability in Avia- On 13th of November 2019 a forum for risk, safety and Liability in Aviation took place from 09.00 to 16.30 in the Radisson Blu Hotel, ter of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster. Regular meetings were held in which tion (RSLA) is to promote the exchange on these topics to increase Zurich Airport with the program as follows: upcoming events such as trade fairs, interesting innovations and devel- transparency in the rapidly evolving regulations and jurisdiction. The opments of the industry were discussed. Further, during the Working working group is monitoring the regulation, the literature and the News from jurisprudence and literature in aviation, Group sessions, we introduced a new format that one of the members jurisdiction in this part of aviation and publish a summary in the pe- Speaker: Philip Bärtschi (Baertschi Legal) gives a short insight into a recent, prior-chosen topic. This is a nice op- riodic newsletter of the Center for Aviation Competence at the Uni- Valuation of aircraft, in particular after accidents, portunity to exchange knowledge and innovation within the group. versity of St.Gall (CFAC-HSG). Speaker: Dr. iur. Andreas Grassl, Law Firm Dr. Andreas Grassl, Vienna Further, during the year 2019, several Working Group members par- ticipated in various Heli exhibitions worldwide. The main focus of the Consequences of the Federal Court Decision 4A_602 / 2017 Programm of 7.5.2018 on recourse to aviation accidents, Working Group, was the Kickoff Meeting for our new unique helicop- Zeit Inhalt Referent Ab Check-In inkl. CFAC-HSG Speaker: PD Dr. iur. Michael Hochstrasser, Schiller ter event in Switzerland, the Swiss Helicopter day. The event, which will 09:00 Begrüssungskaffee 09:30 Tagungseröffnung R. Müller Rechtsanwälte AG, Winterthur take place at the Linth Arena in Näfels 2020 for the first time, is to be 09:40 Impulsreferat 1 P. Bärtschi Neuigkeiten aus the central meeting place for the exchange and discussion of all players Judikatur und Prevention of drone accidents, Literatur in the helicopter industry of Switzerland. The Swiss Helicopter day is 10:20 Impulsreferat 2 A. Grassl Speaker: Marc Siegenthaler, Lawyer, v2sky GmbH, Wertermittlung 5737 Menziken framed by lectures, keynotes, a network-apero, a fly-in for pilots as well von Luftfahrtzeugen, as an exciting exhibition. Sponsoren insb. nach Schadenfällen Introduction U-Space, Speakers: Lorenzo Murzilli (FOCA) 11:00 Kaffeepause Sponsoring Swiss and Robert Fraefel (skyguide) Aerospace Cluster Unfortunately, there was a change in the Aerospace Cluster Middle East 11:30 Impulsreferat 3 M. Hochstrasser Konsequenzen des In the next year, the steering committee will discuss and establish in Dubai. Chris Watts has resigned as the Swiss consul general in UAE, BGE 4A_602/2017 vom 7.5.2018 auf the program for the forum in 2021. Aviation specialists in risk, safety, changing to the private sector. His colleague Thomas Pohl also has a Regresse bei Flugunfällen or liability can participate and announce their interest to roland. new challenge as a consultant. Both have done an excellent job for the 12:10 Paneldiskussion Moderation: [email protected]. mit Referenten zu R. Müller Aerospace Cluster and opened many doors for the Qorking Group and den Morgenthemen Panel: alle des Forums Vormittags- CFAC Forum its members in the past. We wish them all the best in their new challenge. Referenten 12:50 Stehlunch Sponsoring AXA 13. November 2019 13:50 Impulsreferat 4 M. Siegenthaler Verhinderung von Our new Consul General Frank Eggmann and his crew have already Kontakt Drohnen-Unfällen proven to us that they are entirely behind us. We were already invited Center for Aviation Competence 14:30 Impulsreferat 5 L. Murzilli, Risk, Safety and Liability (CFAC-HSG) Einführung U-Space R. Fraefel Frau Nicole Denk 15:10 Kaffeepause Sponsoring Allianz in Aviation during the Dubai Airshow on November 19 to one of the legendary Switzerland Dufourstrasse 40a 15:40 Paneldiskussion Moderation: garden parties at the residence of the Consul General, presenting the CH-9000 St. Gallen/ Switzerland mit den Referenten A. Wittmer Swiss helicopter industry on an international stage. Phone: +41 71 224 25 00 zu den Panel: alle Radisson Blu Hotel Fax: +41 71 224 25 36 Nachmittagsthemen Nachmittags- Zürich Flughafen Mail: [email protected] Referenten 16:20 Tagungsabschluss A. Wittmer Homepage: www.cfac.ch Interested to join the Helicopter Working Group? Please contact 16:30 Apéro Sponsoring Aviation specialists in risk, safety or liability can participate and an- dieMobiliar René Vuillemin ([email protected]) or Andreas Löwen- nounce their interest to [email protected] or Andreas Witt- stein ([email protected]). mer ([email protected]).
Annual Report SAC 2019 22 23 Annual Report SAC 2019 Space Industry and Satelite Navigation Science and Education By Dr. Maurizio Scaramuzza and Prof. Dr. Alain Geiger By Prof. Dr. Michel Guillaume
2019 marked a year of change for the Space Industry & Satellite Nav- The new team of the Working Group is currently planning the next In 2019 our research activities were once again focussed on drones deployed in Perm in Russia to test a set of Russian-built engines. The igation Working Group. After many years of leading and supporting steps of the “Space Push” initiative that was initiated in 2018. The goal research. The Centre for Aviation is currently working on what we Centre for Aviation is active in the SAE Aerospace E-31 Committee our joint efforts, Maurizio Scaramuzza handed over the lead for the is to support newcomers to the space industry through a point of believe will be highly significant projects in the fields of ‘High Integri- und the ICAO Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection. working group to Stefan Buckenmaier. Maurizio remains committed contact where they receive first-hand insights on market specifics, key ty Flight Control Unit’ and ‘Operation Procedures for BVLOS.’ Both to the cluster and will be joining the Board of the Swiss Aerospace contacts, and an initial assessment of how their product or technology projects are intended to have a substantial impact on the safe oper- In cooperation with Swiss International Air Lines, the Swiss national Cluster. His successor Stefan Buckenmaier has extensive experience could fit in the space supply chain. ation of drones in our airspace. Besides, to be able to work more airports, and FOCA, the team at ARCS worked hard on the study ‘Fu- in the global space industry and will contribute his industry network efficiently on the SORA process to properly make a risk assessment ture Scenarios for Swiss Aviation’. Furthermore, as part of the ongoing and expertise to further develop the Swiss Aerospace Cluster and its The Working Group continues its support for the course module in of the air and ground risks related to the operation of drones, we are discussions of the ARCS innovation Board, an exploratory review of exposure to the space industry. Stefan is Managing Director of NEXT “Space Systems” that takes place at the ZHAW (University of Applied planning on digitalizing the process. To this end, we have received a decarbonization in aviation was launched. SA, an international growth catalyst and think tank that is focused on Science Winterthur) since 2017. Many of the Working Group mem- grand from FOCA as part of its BV87 scheme. aerospace, space, and defense. bers are Guest Lecturers in the course modules that cover a wide The ELPAC Test of English for air traffic controllers and pilots also variety of spaceflight-related areas, such as orbital mechanics, propul- Subsequent to the publication of the two EU regulations ‘Commission saw its first full year of operation in the United Arab Emirates in 2019, sion, Earth observation, space missions operations, and the business Delegation Rule 2019 EU/045’ and ‘Commission Implementing Rule where it is being used by Emirates Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Flydu- side of space. 2019 EU/947’, more clarity has been achieved among all the EU and bai. The test is currently in use in 54 countries across the globe. EASA member states. In 2020, the Working Group is planning additional space-related events And finally, as part of the redesign of the Master of Science in Engi- and partnerships. In cooperation with the British Embassy in Bern and The Aviation Research Center Switzerland (ARCS) study into the use neering (MSE) of the Swiss Universities of Applied Sciences, a new the UK Space Agency, for instance, the Working Group is organizing of the mobile network for an up and downlink to the drone was also concept was presented for a Master of Science in Engineering with a an info event about the British Space Race and resulting business op- successfully completed this spring. It was funded and commissioned specialization in Aviation. We are delighted that the proposal has been portunities for Swiss companies. by Skyguide. Within the framework of this project, the Centre for accepted and will now launch officially in the autumn of 2020. The Aviation conducted more than 100 test flights with drones in close syllabus comprises topics like future mobility, advanced aircraft design, collaboration with Swisscom. The study clearly shows that the LTE safety of critical systems, and managing complexity and innovation in network has great potential for the operation of BVLOS flights. aviation.
On 7 November 2019, the third Swiss UTM Forum took place at the ZHAW. Sixty participants attended it. The presentations were given by Skyguide, FOCA, Involi, Swisscom, and the Swiss postal services, and the subsequent panel discussion drew a lot of interest form the audience. SAC Space Event at Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich.
In 2019 the Centre for Aviation also set up an international team to Mobile SMARTEMIS equipment for engine emission measurement. work on engine emissions. Within weeks of setting up the team, it had Interested to join the Satellite Navigation and Astronautics Working already acquired two considerable EU projects (RAPTOR & AVIACIA). Interested to join the Science and Education Working Group? Please Group? Please contact Stefan Buckenmaier ([email protected]). Also, the mobile emissions measurement equipment SMARTEMIS was contact Michel Guillaume ([email protected]).
Annual Report SAC 2019 24 25 Annual Report SAC 2019 Swiss Airport Suppliers Past Events and Activities in 2019 By Carl Ziegler and Andreas Hüppi
The fast pace from 2018 continued as well into 2019. Besides nu- guests appreciated the exciting contribution of the speakers. A big SAC New Year Reception @ Aerolite and Fliegermuseum HAI HELI-EXPO, Atlanta, USA, 4 – 7 March 2019 merous events and shows, quite some things had changed within the thank you also goes once more to Zurich Airport for their great Dübendorf, Switzerland, 9 January 2019 The HAI Heli Expo marked the central trade fair for the rotorcraft in- Airport Supplier group. hospitality and their ongoing support of the Swiss Airport Suppliers We started the year with the traditional SAC New Year Reception dustry in 2019, with 100 education courses, seminars, workshops, new Group. in Dübendorf. This served as a starting point into a successful Aero- products and business with 18,000 industry professionals, as well as To strengthen the force and networking capabilities, we are happy to space-year 2019. We listed to a formal presentation of Aerolite, fol- Over 1,000,000 square feet of space with 60+ aircraft on display. The announce that from 2019 the Airport Suppliers from Swissmem and lowed by a company tour at the hosts Aerolite AG. At the end, we had Swiss Aerospace Cluster was present with many companies, among Swiss Aerospace Cluster are continuing their activities also in one the opportunity to network at an informal Apero, giving the partici- others Kopter, Aerolite and Bucher Leichtbau and many more. joint working group. pants time to meet, talk and make new business connections. BAM – Bodensee Aerospace Meeting, Friedrichshafen, Ger- In April, the Rotorcraft Asia 2019 in Singapore took place and offered CAS Global Aviation Management: Accountable Aviation many, 18 – 19 March 2018 the participating companies under the roof of Switzerland a valuable Management, St. Gallen, Switzerland, 14 – 19 January 2019 Thanks to over 200 participants, 26 exhibitors, the sponsors and display for their products and innovations. Among others, the exhibi- The aerospace industry is challenging from the market and cost per- partners as well as all supporters of the organizing team. The BAM tors showed their newest helicopter platform solutions as well as high Event at Airport Show Dubai 2019. spective, but also because of the numerous everchanging regulations. was an exceptional meeting place for Aerospace players around the tech lighting equipment for airfields. The growing complexity of the aviation management requires a deeper Lake of Constance to gain new innovative business insights, meet new understanding of certification, risk management, quality management contacts, strengthen your existing network and exchange ideas and Less than one month later, Airport Show Dubai 2019 opened its processes, etc, which was covered in this module. The module was thoughts on the industry. doors again and attracted various Swiss companies. As in the past part of the CAS in Global Aviation Management, offered by the Center editions, the SWISS Pavilion and above all the exhibitor’s booths were for Aviation Competence (CFAC) at the University of St.Gallen. S-GE Aussenwirtschaftsforum, Zurich, Switzerland, 26 March 2019 well attended. At the same time, the last Swiss Evening hosted by Con- The Aussenwirtschaftsforum is the meeting point of the year for all sul General Chris Watts was held. With his in-depth knowledge and S-GE Business trip to Russia, 18 – 22 February 2019 Swiss exporters. The participants benefitted from the exchange with long-lasting experience in the region, he was of great support to many The Russian space sector is under the tight control of the state with 600 participating SMEs and discussed the future forum topic together Airport suppliers who wanted to enter the Middle East market. After the Russian Space Agency being the main actor to fulfill this task. It su- with S-GE experts and 22 Swiss Business Hubs and 5 Trade Points. It many years as Head of the Business Hub Middle East and Consul pervises almost all operations, including purchases, production, inter- was a great opportunity to learn how to begin expanding into the General to Dubai, he handed over to his successor Consul General national cooperation and technological exploitation. Therefore, it is market or offensively expand your market share! Frank Eggmann. often difficult for foreign SMEs to establish contacts to local partners in this sector. During this official mission supported by the Russian Offset & New Fighter Jet Event, Dübendorf, Switzerland, 28 In July 2019, the group meeting was held in Canton Lucerne with an Space Agency the Ambassador of Switzerland in the Russian Federa- March 2019 excursion to the Verkehrshaus. The event was dedicated to space and tion Mr. Yves Rossier helped to open doors to relevant industry play- This event served as an information event on what’s happening in the allowed the members to get a deep insight into the subject. ers and official bodies. Offset obligation for the new fighter jet in Switzerland. With formal
End of October, the Airport Suppliers Group once again invited the Tower Airport Zurich © Flughafen Zürich AG. members to a group meeting in Prime Center at Zurich Airport. The event was very well attended and focused on the strategic develop- Interested to join the Airport Suppliers Group? Please contact ment of the Airport and the different framework conditions. Many Carl Ziegler [email protected] or Andreas Hüppi andreas.hueppi@ spezialleuchten.ch.
Annual Report SAC 2019 26 27 Annual Report SAC 2019 presentations of the military, SMEs being involved in the process as Airport Show Dubai, incl. SWISS Pavilion and Swiss Aero- General Assembly of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster @ ETH Zigermeet, Mollis, Switzerland, 16 – 17 August 2019 well as SMEs presenting past experiences with offset projects, this space Cluster Lounge, Dubai, 29 April – 01 May 2019 Zurich, 4 June 2019 Zigermeet19 was an amazing show in the Canton of Glarus. The larg- event was a great success to bring everyone on the same page. More Showcasing over 350 leading global aviation companies and gathering Very successful General Assembly of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster est flight and aviation show in Switzerland celebrated its 7th edition information may be found on the official homepage of the offset pro- together over 7,500 of the industry’s most innovative and influential in Zurich! We took important decisions to make our cluster ready over the weekend and ended on Saturday evening at the airfield in ject as well as with member companies of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster. experts, the Airport Show Dubai is the largest annual airport exhi- for the future of Aerospace and support our members even further. Mollis with beautiful late summer days and pleasantly warm temper- bition in the world. As every year, the Swiss Aerospace Cluster was Moreover, we discussed important issues, had a great sight visit to atures. For the organizers, the event was another great success and AIX, Aircraft Interiors Expo, Hamburg, Germany, 2 – 4 April 2019 present with many members on the Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge the Autonomous Systems and Robotics Systems Lab at ETH Zürich demanded everything from those responsible, especially in the area This unique event for aircraft interior reached a new record of more as part of the SWISS Pavilion, organized by T-LINK. and networked until the late evening with our members and guests. of logistics. An estimated 30,000 spectators enjoyed a superlative air than 14,000 participants and an IFEC Zone. It is now the world's big- Thanks to everyone who made the event super special. A special show during the two days in the midst of a fantastic mountain back- gest event dedicated to content and service providers in the aircraft Carbon Composites in Aerospace, Dübendorf, Switzerland, thanks to the presenters and administrative staff. drop. interior sector. Also many SAC members participated in the last year, 21 May 2019 showcasing that the Swiss aerospace industry is most innovative in Together with CC Switzerland, the Swiss Aerospace Cluster organ- CAS Global Aviation Management: International Manage- ETH Industry Day 2019, Zurich, 4 September 2019 aircraft interior as well. ized the Forum “Composites in Aerospace” on 21 May 2019. With ment Module, Singapore, 18 – 21 June 2019 Close to 30 speakers and a record number of 80 exhibitors took the a total of 23 lectures, eight exhibitors and almost 70 trade visitors, The aviation industry grows most in Asia these days and that’s why opportunity to present their technologies and inventions to the 600 Rotorcraft Asia, incl. SWISS Pavilion and Swiss Aerospace the Forum was a complete success. The venue, an old hangar in the the International Aviation Management Module took place in Singa- visitors. It is a great event to get inspired by new talent and ideas; and Cluster Lounge, Singapore, 9 – 11 April 2019 Innovation Park in Dübendorf, was also in keeping with the theme. pore. A special focus on how to do business and to feel and meet it is a valuable platform to support the exchange among academia, As the fastest-growing region in the world, Asia Pacific continues to The participants could network and exchange their knowledge during Asian business is essential. The 8 participants gained an overview of SME, start-ups, corporates and other stakeholders from the Swiss progress and underscore its importance as the industry's highest the breaks as well as during the organized b2b matchmaking. We are the Asian aviation business community and discussed market entry ecosystem. growth market in the coming decade. Rotorcraft Asia presents ro- already looking forward to further collaboration with our cluster col- strategies. The module was part of the CAS in Global Aviation Man- torcraft innovations in the industry's fastest growing markets in the leagues and thank CC Switzerland for a professional and competent agement, offered by the Center for Aviation Competence (CFAC) at CAS Global Aviation Management: Safety & Security civil, medical, rescue, military and parapublic aviation fields from the partnership. the University of St.Gallen. Management Module, 5 – 7 September 2019 entire rotorcraft supply chain. It is showcasing a comprehensive ar- Safety and Security are the key issues in aviation. In order to meet the ray of products and services. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster was pres- EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, 21 – 23 May 2019 International Paris Air Show – SIAE Le Bourget, 17 – 23 June 2019 requirements of aviation safety, a number of organizations and insti- ent with a SWISS Pavilion, which included a Swiss Aerospace Cluster The exhibition brought together business leaders, government officials, Undeniable showcase for the aeronautics and telecommunications tutions have been set up at global, regional and local level to develop Lounge that brought together various companies of the cluster and manufacturers, flight department personnel, avionics firms, fractional industry and its actors, the Paris Air Show once again encountered a common rules, regulations, standards and procedures regarding safe- renowned international partners and companies. providers, charter/lease companies and all manner of people involved real success and welcomed a record number of exhibitors with more ty issues and to oversee their implementation in the airline industry. in nearly every aspect of business aviation. The Swiss Aerospace Clus- than 2,450 companies present. Switzerland was present with a SWISS In this module, the participants learned regulatory requirements of Aero Friedrichshafen, Germany, 10 – 13 April 2019 ter was present with many member companies and partners. Pavilion, displaying the huge innovations Switzerland is able to offer in ICAO and IATA, safety risk and internal control systems, and safety With more than 600 exhibitors from 35 countries, 33,000 visitors and the aerospace industry. cultures. The module was part of the CAS in Global Aviation Manage- 600 journalists from all over the world, the AERO Friedrichshafen was ment, offered by the Center for Aviation Competence (CFAC) at the one of the biggest and most important aerospace meetings in 2019 in University of St.Gallen. the German-speaking area.
Annual Report SAC 2019 28 29 Annual Report SAC 2019 SAC @ CE2019, Stuttgart, Germany, 11 September 2019 Cross Cluster Event with the BodenseeAIRea @ airplus CFAC Forum Risk, Safety and Liability in Aviation, Zurich, EACP General Assembly, Torino, Italy, 27 – 29 November 2019 Light weight: One key for state-of-the-art manufacturing, especially Maintenance, Friedrichshafen, Germany 10 October 2019 Switzerland, 13 November 2019 This year's EACP general assembly took place in Torino, Italy. Besides within the aerospace industry. GUNNAR Advanced Cutting Solutions More than 40 guests from various aerospace companies from Swit- The aim of the CFAC Forum Risk, Safety and Liability in Aviation 2019 productive meetings with our partner clusters the event also offered (digital cutting of composites and industrial materials) and SCHEUR- zerland and the Lake Constance region took part in the first joint was to present the views and experiences from practice, research, opportunities to increase our network with new members of the ER Swiss (composites engineering and design), two proud members cluster meeting of the two organisers, which was held in the hangar legislation and the judiciary in the areas of safety, security, risk man- European Aerospace Cluster Partnership. Moreover, we discussed in of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster, presented at this year’s Composites of airplus Maintenance at Friedrichshafen Airport. A highlight for many agement and liability in aviation on the basis of current problem are- workshops the current challenges and opportunities in strategy, tech- Europe exhibition in Stuttgart a joint manufacturing workflow within visitors was the hangar tour, during which they received background as. The aspects of insurance should also be considered. The problem nology, supply chain and education. the composites lightweight production process as well as state-of- information on aircraft maintenance, avionics, repairs and modifica- areas addressed were each discussed with an input presentation and the-art light weight engineering and digital cutting in the context of a tions in Friedrichshafen. But also presentations from various experts then continued with a discussion round in the plenary session with Cross Cluster Event with LRBW & Lombardia, Stuttgart, fully automated process. served as a starting point for knowledge and innovation exchange. the more than 40 participants, thus enabling an exchange of experi- Germany, 3 – 4 December 2019 ence among the participants. Together with our colleagues from Forum LRBW and Lombardia Aer- Smartflyer Challenge, Grenchen, Switzerland, 14 – 15 Sep- S-GE TeCH Mex Event, Zurich, Switzerland, 23 Oct 2019 ospace Cluster we had the chance to discuss the common challenges tember 2019 Is Mexico a tech growth market to watch for? This question was dis- Dubai Airshow incl. Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge, Dubai, and opportunities of the automotive and aerospace industries and The future is electric: not only on the ground, but also in the air. Elec- cussed and business opportunities were offered on 23 October in UAE, 17 – 21 November 2019 establish valuable business contacts, followed by a visit at ARENA2036. trically powered aircraft are already a reality. In order to promote Zurich. Together with Switzerland Global Enterprise, Swissmem, and With 1,288 exhibitors in attendance, 161 aircraft on the event's static e-mobility in aviation and underline its importance for the future, the many other colleagues from the Aerospace industry, the event offered display, and a packed schedule of conferences and keynotes, the pro- third European fly-in for electric aircraft took place at Grenchen Re- a comprehensive overview of the current insights into the Mexican gramme was the show's busiest to date - as evidenced by the footfall gional Airport (LSZG) on the weekend of 14 and 15 September 2019. market. Further, the country specialists of S-GE from Mexico and of 84,043 trade attendees. Sales were also booming, with the order The Smartflyer Challenge offered convincing, advanced drive concepts, from Switzerland were available for free-of-charge, individual consul- book on site reaching $54.5 billion by close of business. As every year, presentations on how environmentally friendly drives work, an ex- tation sessions prior to the event. the Swiss Aerospace Cluster was present with many members on change of experience, and an overview of current events in electric the Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge as part of the SWISS Pavilion, flight in Europe. Aviation Forum, Munich, Germany, 5 – 6 November 2019 organized by T-LINK. The AVIATION FORUM has become a major annual event in the in- Drone Event @ University of St.Gallen, Switzerland, 10 Oc- dustry and is one of the most efficient professional meeting and net- CAS Global Aviation Management: Auditing in Aviation Mod- tober 2019 working events in the year with more than 700 participants and 90 ule, 19 – 21 November 2019 What opportunities and challenges do #drones bring? This question exhibitors. It is an international trade fair for the aerospace industry To consistently ensure compliance, internal auditing becomes highly was disccued at the SAC-organized, public, and interactive panel dis- and it is showing the latest products and services to land-and air- important. This module dealt with compliance, the basic regulations cussion with the Aviation Club of the University of St. Gallen and the based applications. The SAC was a partner cluster, opening business to it and with how to install efficient internal auditing processes. The CFAC-HSG. Sandra Bodmer (Federal Office of Civil Aviation), Klaus opportunities for its cluster members and partner organizations. participants got an introduction to auditing, but also deepened their Meier (skyguide) and Mattia Corti (Rega) shared their views. The knowledge of the whole audit process. The module was part of the event was moderated by Andreas Wittmer (CFAC-HSG Center for CAS in Global Aviation Management, offered by the Center for Avia- Aviation Competence). tion Competence (CFAC) at the University of St.Gallen.
Annual Report SAC 2019 30 31 Annual Report SAC 2019 Prime Partners & Publications Preview 2020
Prime Partners By choosing one of our prime partners, you also support the Swiss SAC New Year Reception, Balgach, Switzerland, 9 January 2020 Singapore Airshow, Singapore, 11 – 16 February 2020 Aerospace Cluster, because a small share of the advisory costs is We started the SAC-year of 2020 with an informal event at our member Every two years, high-level government and military delegations, as Communication transferred to the cluster. The cluster office will gladly get you in company Heule Werkzeug AG. We were able to visit the production site well as senior corporate executives around the world attend the Sin- touch with the prime partners. In case you contact the prime part- and have a look at their newest business activities, talked about recent gapore Airshow to forge partnerships and seal deals in this region. As AFAC Agency for Aviation ners directly, make sure to disclose your membership to trigger the developments of the industry. Switzerland Global Enterprise, which is Asia’s largest Airshow, this is the place to be for leading aerospace Communication AG kick-back: this way, both the members and the cluster benefit. a partner of the cluster for all internationalization projects since the companies and budding players eager to make their mark in the in- Zug beginning of the year, concluded the tour. During the apéro, exciting dis- ternational aerospace and defence market. The event offers a unique www.afac.aero cussions were held and interesting contacts established. platform for industry thought leadership through its high-level con- Publications ference, forums and co-located events. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster Webkönig GmbH Accountable Aviation Management (CAS GAvM), St.Gallen, offers the opportunity to participate in the SWISS Pavilion and Swiss Uster SAC Homepage Switzerland, 13 – 18 January 2020 Aerospace Cluster Lounge. www.webkoenig.ch The Swiss Aerospace Directory is available on the SAC Website and The goal of this module is to answer pending questions, but also to edu- contains the respective company profiles. Therefore, we kindly ask you cate and update the skills of Accountable Managers. The content of the BAM – Bodensee Aerospace Meeting, Augsburg, Switzerland, Legal advice to check your profile. If you have any change requests, please contact Module is the following: overview of International Authorities and Or- 24 – 25 March 2020 BAC Bernath Aviation Consulting us ([email protected]). Our website is updated continuously. You ganizations in Aviation, Accountability, Duties and Responsibilities of the The five German speaking aerospace clusters in the vicinity of the Zürich also have the opportunity to post job advertisements for vacancies. Accountable Manager, Labor Law in Aviation, Project Management in Aer- Lake of Constance (Bodensee) are organizing the Bodensee Aero- ospace, EASA Regulation, Risk Management in Aviation, Quality Manage- space Meeting (BAM) 2020 in Augsburg, Germany. This years topic ME Advocat Rechtsanwälte Monthly and special Newsletter ment (frameworks and implementation) as well as Certification process will be „Neue Trends in Luft- und Raumfahrt – leicht.smart.intelli- Staad SG Sine this summer, we send our members and interested parties of management. The module is part of CFAC’s CAS GAvM Programme. gent“. We will discuss this topic with renowned speakers from the www.advocat.ch the SAC a monthly newsletter to keep them up to date. Therein, we DACH-Region, including leaders such as Frank Salzgeber, European inform the recipients about our latest activities and achieving as well HAI HELI-EXPO, Anaheim, USA, January 27 – 30, 2020 Space Agency (ESA), Joachim Nägele, Premium AEROTEC, Till Eisen- Internationalization as about upcoming events. It is the world’s largest trade show and helicopter exposition platform. berg, Airbus Defense and Space and many more. Many companies of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster and participants of the Switzerland Global Enterprise LinkedIn Helicopter Working Group will take part and showcase the enormous Aircraft Interiors Expo 2020, Hamburg, Germany, 31 Zürich ZH We are also on LinkedIn. Follow us, like and share our content with excellence of Swiss helicopter knowledge and innovation in the USA. March – 2 April 2020 www.s-ge.com your network to spread the word. Aircraft Interiors Expo is the global must attend event to see the 1. Schweizer Helitag, Näfels, Switzerland, 11 February 2020 latest ideas and innovations in aircraft interiors. Staged annually the visit us on The first Swiss Helitag is intended to increase the visibility of the helicop- show launched in 2000 in Cannes and has grown over the years, mov- We would like to call the members‘ attention to the existing service ter industry nationally and internationally. The Swiss Helitag should de- ing to aviation hub Hamburg in 2002. If you are involved or responsi- offers by our prime partners. The cluster maintains several partner- velop into the central meeting point of the industry by facilitating the ex- ble for the purchase of cabin interiors, in-flight entertainment, connec- ships in the fields of law counseling and communication. It is their par- change between all stakeholders of the industry. Opportunities will arise tivity, passenger experience and passenger services, this is the industry ticular strength that they have an intimate knowledge of the Aviation to increase the relevance of the industry nationally and internationally. event you cannot afford to miss. sector and its challenges. The event includes keynotes and panel discussions about current topics as well as a large trade fair and extensive networking opportunities.
Annual Report SAC 2019 32 33 Annual Report SAC 2019 AERO Friedrichshafen, Germany, 1 – 4 April 2020 with a short pitch and then establish valuable contacts with new business aviation and aerospace industry gathers to learn, network and do busi- with Airbus procurement decision-makers, a broad spectrum of man- At Lake Constance, numerous international companies as well as mem- partners in B2B meetings. In the afternoon, the general assembly will ness. Responsible for hosting some of the largest and most successful agers from suppliers and airlines and other top decision-makers from bers of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster will be displaying their latest prod- take place at the same location. The event is rounded of with a tour of St. events in the ever-changing aviation sector, Farnborough International neighboring industries. ucts and innovations, covering the whole industry from ultralights and Gallen-Altenrhein Airport. Airshow has established a reputation for providing an unrivalled platform gliders to business jets, helicopters and electric aircraft as well as avionics for businesses of all sizes, from all tiers of industry, to showcase their Space Tech Expo Europe, Bremen, Germany, 17 – 19 Novem- and maintenance. Aviation & Space Symposium, St. Gallen, 4 June 2020 latest innovation. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster offers the opportunity to ber 2020 The aim of the symposium is to use keynote speeches, panel discussions participate in the SWISS Pavilion. The free-to-attend Space Tech Expo exhibition & forum is Europe's SGE Aussenwirtschaftsforum, Zurich, Switzerland, 28 April and direct exchange in the afternoon workshops to discuss important meeting place for space business, technology & innovation. The 2020 findings on the future developments and challenges of aviation 2040 for Safety & Security Management (CAS GAvM), St.Gallen, three-day trade fair will showcase the latest from technical design- Benefit from the exchange with 600 participating SMEs and discuss to- research and industry and to work together on concrete solutions with Switzerland, 8 – 11 September 2020 ers, sub-system suppliers, manufacturers and components through the gether with experts, 22 Swiss Business Hubs and 5 Trade Points the fo- a heterogeneous field of participants. There are special rates for mem- The management of safety is highly regulated, but is regulation systems integrators for civil, military and commercial space. rum topic “Go international as an SME – Pioneering spirit for sustainable bers of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster. enough? This module explains how to be compliant with regulation success.” The Swiss Aerospace Cluster is a partner of the event and many and offers tools and practices to be efficient. Furthermore, the mod- Auditing in Aviation (CAS GAvM), St.Gallen, Switzerland, member companies will take part in this important discussion platform. International Management (CAS GAvM), Singapore, 16 – 19 ule discusses cultures and how to achieve cultures that increase 18 – 20 November 2020 June 2020 safety, e.g., implementing a Safety Management System, a Safety Cul- Internal auditing becomes highly important to ensure consistently ILA Berlin, Germany, 13 – 17 May 2020 Cross Cultural Management and Communication are key to success, ture, and EASA Management System Requirements. This module will compliance. This module deals with compliance, the basic regula- ILA Berlin is the hub for the international aerospace industry. With over when managing staff with a great diversity in culture. The aviation indus- address Cyber Security and Data Privacy, which have become rele- tions to it and with how to install efficient internal auditing pro- 1,000 exhibitors from all over the world, ILA Berlin showcases the indus- try grows most in Asia these times. For this reason, a special focus on vant topics on agendas of managements and help managers to deal cesses, e.g. introduction to quality and compliance management, try's very best in terms of high-tech products as well as research and de- how to do business in Asia and to feel and meet Asian business is im- with it. The module is part of CFAC’s CAS GAvM Programme. regulations of Management Systems (ISO/EASA), design and struc- velopment projects. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster offers the opportunity portant. Content of this module is doing business in Asia & recalibrating ture of EN ISO 19011, Audit-Software AMAS (Aviation Manage- to participate in the SWISS Pavilion. your views on Asia, formulating strategies for Asia, and M&A strategies Dubai Helishow, Dubai, UAE, 10 – 12 November 2020 ment Audit System). The module is part of CFAC’s CAS GAvM in a cross-cultural setting. The module is part of CFAC’s CAS GAvM Dubai Helishow represents a unique opportunity for the internation- Programme. EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, 26 – 28 May 2020 Programme. al helicopter community to showcase their products, services and Europe’s Premier Business Aviation Event. Business growth requires a technologies covering the Commercial, Civil Defense and Military Cross Cluster Event with Lombardia & LRBW, tbd global perspective. It starts with the latest technologies, trends and ideas, Airport Show Dubai incl. Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge, Du- Helicopter sectors with an emphasis on the regional market. The There will be another great opportunity to take part in B2Bs with and comes full circle with a world of connections that are key in helping bai, UAE, 22 – 24 June 2020 show is the perfect platform for exhibitors to promote their brands, the Lombardia Aerospace Cluster and the LRBW, discuss concrete you manage multiple budgets, high-performing teams, and large-scale pur- The Airport Show Dubai established itself as one of the leading events network within the industry, leading to potential business opportuni- partnerships and projects between the members of all clusters, and chases. The Swiss Aerospace Cluster will, as always, be a partner of the for airport construction, operation, engineering and services worldwide. ties and partnerships. enlarge your network on an event in Lombardia, Italy. event. Also, many members will take part and exhibit at this years’ EBACE. As every year, the Swiss Aerospace Cluster will organize the Swiss Aero- space Cluster Lounge and participate with many member and non-mem- Aviation Forum, Hamburg, Germany, 17 – 18 November 2020 Joint Event with Swissmem, Payerne, tbd General Assembly & exclusive B2Bs of the SAC, Altenrhein Air- ber companies on the SWISS Pavilion, organized by T-LINK. The Aviation Forum with Airbus as a competence partner takes place In cooperation with Swissmem, the Swiss Aerospace Cluster will host port, 3 June 2020 annually. At the conference, top decision-makers from the aviation its first event in the Romandie. There will be another great opportu- In the morning, the SAC B2B Event will take place for the first time, Farnborough International Airshow UK, 20 – 26 July 2020 industry discuss core developments in the industry and thus also the nity to take part in B2Bs, discuss concrete partnerships and projects where members will have the opportunity to present their company The Farnborough International Airshow is the place where the entire development of their companies. These topics are to be discussed and enlarge your network on an event in Payerne.
Annual Report SAC 2019 34 35 Annual Report SAC 2019 SWISS Pavilion SWISS Pavilion and Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge Enhanced Visibility under the Roof of Switzerland FAIRS & EVENTS The newly Established Particpation Model for Visitors Under the roof of Switzerland, exhibitors on the SWISS Pavilion benefit from the strong and highly accepted brand "Made in Switzerland". An excellent po- sitioning within the exhibition site guarantees enhanced visibility and provides an ideal networking platform to access the local market or to extend present In cooperation with T-LINK, the SAC offers a new, attractive and cost-efficient package for companies who want to participate at different Aerospace exhibi- business relations. The SWISS Pavilion is strongly supported by the official Swiss Network in the respective region, as well as by further partners. tions mainly to meet customers as well as to establish new business relations - The Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge at the SWISS Pavilion.
Uncomplicated preparation and the ready to use infrastructure with a Swiss delegation on site allows to fully focus on customers. An inviting hospitality The offer focuses on clients who only want to visit the show for one or two days and do not want to be present with an own booth. At the same time you are area is provided for bringing guests as well as for holding meetings or just for getting in contact with the various delegations that visit the SWISS Pavilion. able to fully profit from all the benefits the exhibition offers such as customer meetings, networking and panel discussions. The numerous networking events in and around the SWISS Pavilion rounds off the participation.
Next shows with a SWISS Pavilion Package Details – Singapore Airshow 2020 (11 – 16 Feb 2020) Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge - Just for Visitors – Airport Show Dubai 2020 (22 June – 24 June 2020) • Entry ticket for the exhibition ® Participation at the exhibition "like an exhibitor" grants – Airshow China Zhuhai 2020 (10 November – 15 November 2020) • Use of the Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge for up to 4 meetings with your customers you an easier access to other exhibitors • Use of the whole infrastructure of the SWISS Pavilions like Cafeteria, Office Centre, etc. ® Usage of the SWISS Pavilion infrastructure and the Exhibition Participation Models Aerospace Cluster Lounge for your meetings with • Logo presence on the SWISS Pavilion and in the SWISS Pavilion exhibitor flyer customers Individual Booth Space on SWISS Pavilion Lounge+ Workstation as Part of the Joint Area • Invitation to the Swiss Evening ® Logo presence on the SWISS Pavilion ® Fully equiped, ready to use booth ® T-LINK will professionally support you ® Your effective start-up formula into the new market • Cost sharing for Swiss Aerospace Cluster members ® Logo presence in the ® Top location of the SWISS Pavilion before, during and after the exhibition ® Fully equiped workstation, including lockable counter SWISS Pavilion Flyer ® Individual booth sizes and corner positions ® One stop-shoping: We also offer the and power socket Benefits ® Invitation to the Swiss available shipping of your exhibitions goods up to ® Backwall to use as a poster space or to mount a screen ® Participation at the exhibition „as virtual exhibitor" allows a better access to customers Evening ® Individual booth design, e.g. walls fully printable, your booth to present your products. ® Possibility to use the SWISS Pavilion and the Swiss Aerospace Cluster Lounge for your ® Available at the different based on your artwork ® Various networking and matchmaking international Aerospace ® Use of the joint infrastructure of the SWISS activities meetings with customers ® High visibility due to postitio- and Airport shows Pavilion ® SWISS Evening: invite your key contacts! ® Use of the cafeteria on the SWISS Pavilion ning in the "heart" of the ® Exchange and networking with the exhibitors from the SWISS Pavilion as well as participa- ® Price advantage exclusi- SWISS Pavilion tion at the SWISS evening vely for Swiss Aerospace ® Use of the joint cafeteria ® Cluster members infrastructure for meetings Access to "official" Switzerland on-site (Embassy / Business Hub) ® Registered like a booth ® Support on-site by the Swiss Aerospace Cluster and SWISS Pavilion team exhibitor in the official ® Meeting point on the exhibition and possibility to deposit belongings like briefcases/ exhibition directory notebooks on the SWISS Pavilion ® SWISS Evening: invite a key contact! Availability
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The Swiss Aerospace Cluster is still involved in establishing new contacts BodenseeAIRea – Überlingen und Friedrichshafen The Swiss Aerospace Cluster is grateful for the valuable support both Canton Glarus and maintaining existing partnerships with European and international Aer- Organizing partner of the Bodensee Aerospace Meeting. Bilateral ex- financially and ideationally. The cluster wishes to thank all its sponsors, ospace clusters. Most of these foreign Aerospace clusters are members changes of the two cluster offices to share information and best prac- donors and supporters. of the EU supported EACP European Aerospace Cluster Partnership. The tices as well as opening up for mutual participation of workshops and EACP organizes regular events on Aerospace topics all over Europe. There events organized by one of the partners. While some of the sponsors in 2019 have been supporting specific is still room for taking more advantage of the offers by EACP. We are in events, others – with their repeated commitment and backing – have Canton Zurich represented close contact or involved in joint projects with the following Aerospace EACP European Aerospace Cluster Partnership – Hamburg contributed substantially to the continuing improvement and devel- by Office for Economy and clusters: Membership of the SAC within the Cluster Network of the EACP. opment of the cluster, by providing us with meeting rooms, project Labour of canton Zurich funding and other forms of support. Zurich Forum Luft- und Raumfahrt Baden-Württemberg (LR BW) ESA BIC For several years now, our two clusters have been working closely and The ESA Business Incubation Centre Switzerland (ESA BIC Switzer- Without this precious help, the cluster would not be the network it successfully together. The two clusters have a frequent exchange and work land) is a nationwide initiative that opened in 2016, powered by the is now, after seven years of intensive and rewarding work by its board, Switzerland together on various issues. European Space Agency (ESA) and ETH Zurich. the advisory committee and numerous actively participating members. Global Enterprise Zürich AC Styria Lombardia Aerospace Cluster We thank all our sponsors, donors and supports for keeping up with On many level, we cooperate to foster an international exchange of innova- For many years, we foster the exchange with the Lombardia Aero- our spirit and helping us foster the network in the Aerospace industry tion, contact and knowledge. space Cluster and organize exclusive B2B sessions. This format will nationally and internationally. continue in 2020 as well. Aerospace Cluster Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes State Secretariat for With the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Aerospace Cluster, we started a partner- Schweizerischer Verband ziviler Drohnen (SVZD) Education, Research ship that will focus on exclusive B2B sessions for both member companies. Partnership to organize the 1. Schweizer Helitag. Further collabora- and Innovation Section tion planned. Swiss Space Office ARCS Bern The Aviation Research Center Switzerland works on research and develops Swissmem ASD Swiss Competences for Aeronautic, Security, projects in close collaboration with the aviation industry and the Federal and Defense (Working Group of Swissmem) Office of Civil Aviation. The Swissmem ASD Swiss Competences for Aeronautic, Security, and Defense represents the interests of aircraft suppliers and the security T-LINK Management AG Austrian Aeronautics Industries Group (AAI) and defence industry in Aerosuisse. Freienbach Organizing partner of the Bodensee Aerospace Meeting. Swiss Airport Suppliers Group (Working Group of Swissmem ASD) Aerospace Cluster Rhône-Alpes – Lyon Bilateral exchanges of the two cluster offices to share information Invitation by the chamber of commerce France – Switzerland. and best practices as well as organization of joint events. Foundation for Aviation Competence (FFAC) BavAIRia – Oberpfaffenhofen / München Swiss Helicopter Association (SHA) St. Gallen Organizing partner of the Bodensee Aerospace Meeting. Partnership to organize the 1. Schweizer Helitag.
Annual Report SAC 2019 38 39 Annual Report SAC 2019 We are glad to have you on board!