Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 Aviation and Aerospace Contents

Message from the Premier of Minister for the Arts The Hon Ted Baillieu MLA 5

Message from the Minister for Innovation, Services and Small Business Minister for Tourism and Major Events The Hon Louise Asher MP 7

Message from the Minister for Employment and Industrial Relations Minister for Manufacturing, Exports and Trade The Hon Richard Dalla-Riva MLC 9

Message from the Minister for Technology Minister responsible for the Aviation Industry The Hon Gordon Rich-Phillips MLC 11

Message from the Commissioner for Victoria to Greater China Mr Patrick Stringer 13

About , Victoria 16

2 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Contents

Victoria’s Aviation Industry 20 Victoria’s Aerospace Industry 60 Airport Consultancy Group 22 Aerospace Limited 62 24 Marand 64 Aviation/Aerospace Australia 26 About the Department ACS Aviation Solutions 28 of Business and Innovation (DBI) 66 Aviation Training Services Victoria 30 About the Victorian Government Business Offices (VGBOs) 68 Bilectual Enterprise (Australia) Pty Ltd 32 DBI Contacts 71 Cadden Crowe 34 VGBO Contacts 75 City of Greater 36 Notes 77 Fox Strategic 38 JNP Simulators 40 Latrobe City Council 42 Moorabbin Flight Training Academy 44 PCR Australasia 46 Periploi Aviation 48 RedStick Strategic Communications 50 RMIT University 52 Swinburne University 54 Tech Resource 56 Tristar Aviation 58

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 3 4 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Message from the Premier of Victoria Minister for the Arts The Hon Ted Baillieu MLA

Victoria and China share a very close relationship that is based on historic and enduring ties, mutual respect and friendships developed over many years. Victoria would not be the vibrant and cosmopolitan place it is without the significant cultural and commercial contribution of the Chinese community that has thrived in our state since its settlement a century and a half ago. The city of Melbourne is an Asian city, with the Chinese community playing a crucial role in business, and with Mandarin now the second most spoken language in Victoria.

In September 2011, I had the privilege of visiting China again – this time on my first overseas trip as Premier. This year marks the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and China in the modern era, and I am honoured to be returning to China this time to lead the Victorian Government’s 2012 Super Trade Mission. This historic initiative is Australia’s largest ever trade mission abroad, comprising more than 400 Victorian businesses and organisations, representing a diverse range of industries including automotive, aviation and aerospace, cleantech, education, tourism, food and beverage. We also have strong representation from ICT, life sciences, mining equipment and technology services, professional services, as well as organisations offering expertise in financial, healthcare services, carbon markets and sustainable urban design.

China’s dynamic economic growth and rapid urbanisation present exciting new opportunities for Victoria and China. As home to some of the world’s best urban planners, engineers and architects and as a leader in new energy and environmental protection, Victoria has much to offer China as it continues on its extraordinary development path. This trade mission will build on the solid foundation of existing partnerships and take important new steps that will strengthen the deepening Victoria- China relationship well into the future.

The Hon Ted Baillieu MLA Premier of Victoria Minister for the Arts

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 5 6 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Message from the Minister for Innovation, Services and Small Business Minister for Tourism and Major Events The Hon Louise Asher MP

I am delighted to be visiting China as part of the Victorian Government’s historic trade mission to present Victorian excellence in services, business and innovation, as well as introduce our world-class universities and leaders of our tourism industry.

We are committed to encouraging new partnerships and facilitating mutually productive trade and investment opportunities between Victoria and China. In addition to our Business Offices in Shanghai, Nanjing and Hong Kong, our soon to be opened State of Victoria Representative office in Beijing provides practical support on the ground for businesses establishing a presence or expanding in China.

China is Victoria’s largest source for international students with enrolments from China accounting for 30 per cent of those studying in our state. Victorian Universities rank highly among the world’s tertiary institutions, providing high quality education and internationally recognised degrees. Victoria’s education sector is well placed to expand on our already substantial research collaborations with Chinese researchers and institutions.

China is also Victoria’s largest source of tourists from abroad, with more than a quarter of a million Chinese visitors expected this year. Victoria is committed to delivering an outstanding tourism experience for Chinese visitors. Melbourne has been recognised as the world’s most liveable city two years running, and is Australia’s sporting capital playing host to events such as the Australian Open Tennis, soccer and rugby internationals and the Australian Formula One Grand Prix. Melbourne has an innovative arts scene with vibrant exhibitions and blockbuster theatre productions. Regional Victoria offers a diverse range of activities and natural landscapes, from pristine beaches to wine growing regions and stunning rainforests.

I am confident this trade mission will develop many fruitful partnerships. We welcome these partnerships and invite you, our hosts, to visit Victoria and experience all our state has to offer.

The Hon Louise Asher MP Minister for Innovation, Services and Small Business Minister for Tourism and Major Events

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 7 8 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Message from the Minister for Employment and Industrial Relations Minister for Manufacturing, Exports and Trade The Hon Richard Dalla-Riva MLC

I am honoured to be part of this important trade mission to China, showcasing the very best Victoria has to offer across a range of industries that provide scope for exciting new partnerships between Victoria and China. China is already our largest export market and, while our trading relationship has been based predominantly on primary and merchandise exports, our thriving service-based industries present exciting new export opportunities to meet China’s growing needs.

By the end of 2012, China’s powerhouse economy will be more than 60 per cent larger than it was just five years ago. This dwarfs the economic growth of the rest of the world’s high-income economies.

With this phenomenal growth comes an increase in Chinese consumption. It is estimated that China’s domestic consumption will account for about 12 per cent of the world’s total by 2020. Victoria’s highly skilled and diverse advanced manufacturing sector has the potential to meet some of the growing demand for new products in China.

China’s rapidly expanding economy will also need more services. Victoria’s service-based industries, including finance, communications and software and information technology, are strongly represented on this mission and they are well positioned to meet China’s current and future needs.

There are also significant opportunities for Victorian businesses to collaborate with China in the areas of new energy, environmental protection, cleantech and sustainable urban development, as well as sharing expertise in food, water and agriculture. As the internationally recognised Australian centre for electric vehicle research with 100 years of automotive experience behind it, Victoria has much to offer China in this important emerging industry.

The Victorian Government proudly supports our state’s dynamic and innovative businesses in their further engagement with China and we look forward to many successful new ventures that will deepen the Victoria-China trade relationship to the mutual benefit of our two economies.

The Hon Richard Dalla-Riva MLC Minister for Employment and Industrial Relations Minister for Manufacturing, Exports and Trade

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 9 10 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Message from the Minister for Technology Minister responsible for the Aviation Industry The Hon Gordon Rich-Phillips MLC

It is my great pleasure to be a part of this trade mission to China, an opportunity to put proven Victorian know-how on display, and to initiate exciting new joint ventures between Victoria and China in technology industries. Victorian innovation in the areas of aviation and aerospace, biotechnology, alternative-fuel cars, and information technology, offers high quality solutions to the challenges posed by the rapid population growth of China’s cities. Home of Australia’s aviation and aerospace industries, Victoria is highly capable of providing the necessary support to China as it expands its civil aviation and airline industries to meet demand. Victoria’s information technology industry also has the skills and expertise to assist China’s expanding IT sector. Victoria is a global hub for research and development in life sciences, biotechnology and advanced engineering. With many of Australia’s most important public and private sector research establishments based in Melbourne, Victoria is well positioned to embark on new research and development collaborations with China. I look forward to Victoria’s technology sector building on our already strong relationship with China, and encouraging many more successful partnerships and innovative new technologies.

The Hon Gordon Rich-Phillips MLC Minister for Technology Minister responsible for the Aviation Industry

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 11 12 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Message from the Commissioner for Victoria to Greater China Mr Patrick Stringer

It’s a great pleasure to welcome you to the Victorian Government’s Super Trade Mission, China 2012, the largest trade mission ever to leave Australian shores. This mission is a showcase of the very best companies and organisations Victoria has to offer in a broad range of fields of interest to China.

It’s not surprising that Victoria is leading the way in China. Our state first established a representative office in Shanghai in 1906, only one year after the formation of the first Shanghai Municipal Government. Then, as now, our charter was to assist Victorian companies in securing opportunities for trade and collaboration in a city that was rapidly rising as the most dynamic financial and international trade centre in East Asia. Thus, more than a century later, this trade mission builds on Victoria’s history of being at the forefront of Australia’s trade with China.

The Victorian Government has an extensive network of trade and investment offices in China today, including our soon to be opened office in the heart of Beijing. No other Australian state has made a greater commitment to developing new opportunities for business, educational and cultural exchange with China, or to improving existing links, such as our important Sister-State relationship with Jiangsu Province.

Victoria’s economy produces a remarkable 25 per cent of Australia’s GDP, and is large by regional standards, bigger than the economy of New Zealand or the Philippines, for example. It is a diverse economy, and one that complements the strengths of the Chinese economy.

Many Victorian companies taking part in this mission are leaders in their field, and I invite you to read their profiles and seek them out during this week to help build new opportunities for trade, investment and collaboration.

Mr Patrick Stringer Commissioner for Victoria to Greater China

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 13 14 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 15 About Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne is the multicultural capital city of Victoria – home to people from 235 countries and regions. It has recently been rated the world’s most liveable city by the Economist Intelligence Unit, for the second year in a row. Melbourne was also voted one of the best new cities for business by Fortune magazine, and is ranked the third most entrepreneurial city in the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development. Melbourne’s four million people enjoy an enviable lifestyle with outstanding arts, food and wine, shopping, and diverse sporting and leisure opportunities. Victoria, with a population 5.5 million, is the innovation and knowledge powerhouse of Australia STRONG ECONOMIC BASE Victoria is open for business, with a triple A-rated economy larger than that of Singapore or Hong Kong. While Victoria accounts for only three per cent of Australia’s land mass, it is responsible for 25 per cent of Australia’s economic activity. Built on a tradition of exporting; its exports total an estimated $33.9 billion in 2011-12. SKILLED, INNOVATIVE AND MULTICULTURAL WORKFORCE Victoria’s highly skilled multicultural workforce offers industry a mix of energy, creativity and ability and has driven years of growth and prosperity. The open exchange of ideas encouraged in Victoria’s world-class universities and research institutes provide well-qualified and highly-skilled graduates who foster innovation and creativity. Victoria has a highly regarded government network of Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Institutes. Courses are designed with close involvement by industry and business. Students experience hands-on learning in up-to-date settings ranging from commercial kitchens and auto workshops to aviation and aerospace facilities.

16 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace About Melbourne, Victoria

WORLD-CLASS INFRASTRUCTURE Victorian-based businesses are forging strong links with the global economy, supported by sophisticated transport infrastructure, including Australia’s largest 24-hour international airport and the southern hemisphere’s busiest container port. Melbourne is home to NBN Co., the company responsible for building Australia’s high-speed National Broadband Network. DOING BUSINESS IN VICTORIA With an open economy and low-barriers to entry, Victoria is one of the most supportive and efficient places in the world to start a new business. The State’s pro-business Government is committed to creating a business environment that supports innovation and growth by cutting taxes and red tape. TRADE AND INVESTMENT RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN VICTORIA AND CHINA China is Victoria’s largest export market for goods, with over 17 per cent of all Victorian goods exports destined for China. In 2011-12 Victorian firms exported $3.6 billion worth of goods to China, an increase of 22 per cent compared to 2010-11. China is the largest source market for Victoria’s valuable international education and tourism sectors and is a key destination for Victorian urban systems and sustainable development services. Several prominent Chinese companies currently operate in Victoria across a wide range of sectors, including advanced manufacturing companies Hisense, Qenos and TCL, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) companies ZTE, VanceInfo and Huawei. Other noteworthy companies include CITIC, Sinopec, Wugang Australia and China Minmetals Corporation.

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 17 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 Aviation and Aerospace Company Profiles Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 19 Victoria’s Aviation Industry

Victoria’s thriving aviation industry is highly skilled and experienced in a range of areas, including airport design, master planning, terminal infrastructure and environmentally sustainable design. Our civil aviation services sector provides services in aviation consultancy, maintenance repair and overhaul for general aviation and commercial airlines, aviation education, and pilot and air traffic control training. Victoria has two major curfew-free airports, Melbourne International Airport in Tullamarine and Avalon Airport, near Geelong. Both airports have access to ample land, freight logistics, as well as maintenance, repair and overhaul infrastructure. hosts 25 international airlines and all major domestic airlines, while Avalon Airport is primarily a low cost domestic airport looking for its first international carrier. China continues to be one of the largest and fastest growing markets for all sectors of civil aviation, with long-term growth forecast to remain strong. By 2015 China is expected to build 55 new airports, bringing the total available for commercial aviation use to at least 230. With a broad skill-base, experience, and a strong regulatory environment, Victoria has much to offer China in airport design and construction. We also have strong capabilities in education and training for high altitude commercial aviation and the rapidly emerging low altitude general aviation sector. The aviation component of this Super Trade Mission will provide targeted business matching programs and high level networking through official government functions.

20 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Airport Consultancy Group

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 21 Airport Consultancy Group

Airport Consultancy Group (ACG) undertakes airport and air traffic management development. The company has specific expertise in airside planning and design; air traffic management (ATM), infrastructure and systems development; and airport construction management. Other strengths include developing airport infrastructure for regional airports and working internationally with in-country partners to deliver projects. ACG’s airside planning and design services include: passenger and aircraft demand planning; airport master planning; airport layout; , taxiway and apron design; airfield lighting design; and airfield drainage. In the ATM area, ACG has expertise in designing infrastructure and operational planning, including: ATM operational concept design; ATM systems/navigation aid planning; procedure design; control tower design; rescue fire facility design; and OLS intrusion evaluation. ACG also provides construction management services involving: pre-qualifying contractors; planning airport works; engaging specialist contractors for airport works, then integrating and managing these inputs; developing detailed cost estimates; and managing construction works on active operational areas.

Contact: Ian Thompson Director T: +61 418 304 493 E: [email protected] W: www.acgaustralia.com.au

1608/568 St Kilda Road Melbourne, Victoria 3004 Australia

22 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Airport Consultancy Group Avalon Airport

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 23 Avalon Airport Aviation/Aerospace Australia

Avalon Airport is Victoria’s next international airport. Conveniently located between Melbourne and Geelong, Victoria’s two largest cities, Avalon currently handles approximately one million domestic passengers per annum. With its huge areas of under utilised land, Avalon provides airlines with significant investment opportunities. Avalon offers airlines and Maintenance, Repair and Overhauls (MROs) the opportunity to invest in one of Australia’s largest maintenance bases and has the capacity to establish many hangars utilising existing infrastructure. Avalon serves as an alternate airport for airlines flying into Tullamarine, saving thousands of dollars per flight for airlines and is endorsed by the Australian and Victorian Governments to be the next international airport in Melbourne. Avalon Airport provides genuine opportunities for airlines and others to invest and have equity in their terminal or hangar. Other business park and hotel investment opportunities are also available.

Contact: Justin Giddings Chief Executive Officer T: +61 3 5227 9568 E: [email protected] W: www.avalonairport.com.au

80 Beach Road Lara, Victoria 3212 Australia

24 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Avalon Airport Aviation/Aerospace Australia

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 25 Aviation/Aerospace Australia

Aviation/Aerospace Australia is the national association of the Australian aviation and aerospace industries. The association is an independent, not-for-profit membership-based organisation primarily dedicated to the long-term health of the sector in Australia. Central Database for the Australian Industry Aviation/ Aerospace Australia, provides a central and up-to-date source of information about the industry’s capabilities. This is invaluable for foreign companies seeking to do business with Australian companies. International Markets Aviation/Aerospace Australia facilitates engagement with global aviation and aerospace communities. The Association is regularly invited to take part in international aviation and aerospace missions representing its members at international trade fairs and conferences. Industry Research Aviation/Aerospace Australia conducts and aggregates industry focused research, monitors the skills needs of the industry, and supports the professional development of aviation and aerospace professionals.

Contact: Jim Carden Chief Executive Officer T: +61 3 1300 889 459 E: [email protected] W: www.aviationaerospace.org.au

Tamara Bell Events and Marketing Manager T: + 61 3 1300 889 459 E: [email protected] W: www.aviationaerospace.org.au

Suite 3.01, Level 3, 365 Little Collins Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia

26 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Aviation/Aerospace Australia ACS Aviation Solutions

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 27 ACS Aviation Solutions

ACS Aviation Solutions is the sole organisation in the southern hemisphere and the Asia Pacific region accredited by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as an auditing organisation for the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) and the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO). ACS utilises ISO 9001 compliant QM systems to support this. Headquartered in Australia with offices in Europe and Japan, ACS specialise in consultancy and training within the aviation industry, including: documentation review; manual writing for compliance within regulators requirements; specialised and customised training with international certification for several courses; recruitment of professional personnel including pilots, cabin crew and ground staff; and finance and leasing of aircraft and industry related equipment. ACS helps aviation organisations of all sizes to ensure their operations, processes and procedures are safe, compliant and efficient. ACS plans to expand into language skills including testing for the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) with BL4 courses and other ground operation training in Air Traffic Management (ATM) related areas to complement all aviation business requirements.

Contact: Matthew Miller Business Development Manager T: + 61 3 9646 9669 E: [email protected] W: www.aviationsolutions.com.au

Suite 120, 87 Turner Street Port Melbourne, Victoria 3207 Australia

28 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace ACS Aviation Solutions Aviation Training Services Victoria

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 29 Aviation Training Services Victoria

Aviation Training Services Victoria is a service-orientated aviation maintenance and engineering training organisation. Our principle focus is to support the general aviation and light commercial arms of the aviation industry, which accounts for approximately 70 per cent of the market in Victoria. We provide engineering training with a high emphasis on practical skills. Our company motto is “By Engineers – For Engineers”. Our staff have over 100 years of aviation maintenance and engineering training experience on military and civilian aircraft, both fixed and rotary wing. Following a recent visit to China to attend the General Aviation Forum, we are in negotiations with several major colleges in Nanjing and Suhzou to develop aircraft engineering training schools, and to train local engineers to assist with the delivery at the schools. These schools will focus on the rapidly developing general aviation sector in China.

Contact: Brian Camp Director T: + 61 3 9338 6729 E: [email protected] W: www.atsv.com

15 Hawker Street Airport West, Victoria 3042 Australia

30 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Aviation Training Services Victoria Bilectual Enterprise (Australia) Pty Ltd

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 31 Bilectual Enterprise (Australia) Pty Ltd

Bilectual Enterprise (Australia) is the sole representative in China for Nida Corporation’s training system for electronics and avionics, which was previously conducted by our wholly owned subsidiary in China. After entering into a joint venture with Aviation Training Service Victoria (ATSV), Bilectual Enterprise Australia is now entering into a total aviation training business in China. Bilectual Enterprise and ATSV attended the Beijing General Forum in June and visited universities and colleges, where many companies and educational institutions expressed interest in our initiatives. With more than seven years business experience in China and a bilingual advantage, Bilectual is well positioned to service the general aviation market in China.

Contact: Norman Yow Soo Cheong Managing Director T: + 61 3 9338 6729 E: [email protected] W: www.bilectual.com.cn

Joshua Hwan Cherng Chong Marketing Director T: + 61 410 476 321 E: [email protected] W: www.bilectual.com.cn

15 Hawker Street Airport West, Victoria 3042 Australia

32 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Bilectual Enterprise (Australia) Pty Ltd Cadden Crowe

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 33 Cadden Crowe

Cadden Crowe is an international recruitment and people consultancy with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Newcastle and the Pacific. Cadden Crowe specialises in people solutions centred around technical, specialist and operational organisations and associated roles. Specifically, Cadden Crowe services the needs of organisations to attract, retain, develop and engage staff to meet their strategic and operational needs. Core industries include infrastructure, aviation, mining, construction, manufacturing, roads and logistics.

Contact: John Sturdy General Manager T: + 61 3 8506 2888 E: [email protected] W: www.caddencrowe.com.au

Level 10, 257 Collins Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia

34 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Cadden Crowe

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 35 City of Greater Geelong

The City of Greater Geelong is Victoria’s second largest city, and its largest municipality with major regional assets. These include: Avalon Airport, an existing domestic airport; and Victoria’s second port with international potential, the Port of Geelong. The City of Greater Geelong also represents a diverse economy across the manufacturing, education and health industries as well as a very strong service sector. The City of Greater Geelong provides a gateway to the major agricultural resources of Victoria’s western district and a pathway to the internationally renowned Great Ocean Road and Shipwreck Coast. The Council works in partnership with Geelong Otway Tourism Group in delivering tourism services across the board to both domestic and international tourists.

Contact: Terrence Demeo Manager Planning Strategy & Economic Development T: +61 3 5272 4905 E: [email protected] W: www.geelongaustralia.com.au

Roger Grant Executive Director Geelong Otway Tourism T: +61 3 5223 2588 E: [email protected] W: www.geelongotway.org

City Hall, Gheringhap Street Geelong, Victoria 3220 Australia

36 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace City of Greater Geelong Fox Strategic

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 37 Fox Strategic

Fox Strategic is a business advisory firm specialising in the area of strategic planning, business performance, program development, risk management, executive search and organisational development. Fox Strategic works with clients across a range of industries but with a particular focus on the resources (energy and minerals) and aviation sectors. Fox Strategic assists clients to resolve complex issues of strategy, organisational capability and change management. It identifies the most important challenges and opportunities and develops and implements effective strategies to address them. One of Fox Strategic’s core capabilities is helping clients manage business and operational risk. Fox Strategic can also provide advice and assistance to China-based companies planning acquisitions of Australia-based companies or seeking to establish a business in Australia.

Contact: Paul Fox Managing Director T: +61 410 737 686 E: [email protected] W: www.foxstrategic.com.au

Level 17, 461 Bourke Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia

38 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Fox Strategic JNP Simulators

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 39 JNP Simulators Latrobe City Council

JNP Corporation and JNP Simulators International provide a comprehensive range of aviation services and solutions for its clients. These services include aircraft leasing, air charter, flight simulators and aviation consultancy services. JNP’s experience enables it to provide strategic aviation solutions that minimise risk, maximise opportunities, and maximise returns for clients. Our products include the CKAS MotionSim Series, an exciting new range of synthetic flight training devices. These units offer incredible fidelity at sensational value, replicating either generic categories of aircraft, or specific types. The performance capabilities are synonymous with commercial airline simulators but priced for the general aviation market. High calibre clients include NASA, which has purchased specialised motion systems for astronaut assessment upon return from missions in the International Space Station.

Contact: Nick Christoudias Director T: +61 3 9337 4857 E: [email protected] W: www.jnpcorporation.com

Level 1, 30 Amis Crescent East Keilor, Victoria 3033 Australia

40 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace JNP Simulators Latrobe City Council

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 41 Latrobe City Council Moorabbin Flight Training Academy

Latrobe City is located only two hours drive from Melbourne and is recognised as one of Victoria’s four major regional centres. With a Gross Regional Product (GRP) of approximately A$4 billion and annual business turnover estimated at A$10.3 billion, Latrobe City makes a significant contribution to the Victorian economy. is wholly owned by Latrobe City Council and is a key economic and community facility providing significant employment opportunities, vital business and community services, and valuable recreation and tourism facilities. The Airport is home to Australia’s only manufacturer of commercial aeroplanes. Recent development and expansion at the Airport has created new development opportunities for aviation-related businesses at this strategic site.

Contact: Geoff Hill Manager Economic Development T: + 61 3 5128 5676 E: [email protected] W: www.latrobe.vic.gov.au

141 Commercial Road , Victoria 3840 Australia

42 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Latrobe City Council Moorabbin Flight Training Academy

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 43 Moorabbin Flight Training Academy PCR Australasia

Moorabbin Flight Training Academy (MFTA) is a leading flight training provider specialising in training Chinese airline cadets. We are based at Mangalore Airport, Victoria, one hour north of Melbourne. Students spend 60 intensive weeks training with us in Victoria. Each cadet comes with zero flying experience and upon graduation returns to China to work for major Chinese airlines. While at Mangalore, cadets gain an Australian commercial pilots’ license and instrument rating, as well as twenty hours of high performance aircraft experience on the C90 King Air, allowing them to act as first officers on medium sized jets such as the B737 and A320. MFTA currently operates 37 aircraft and employs 22 flying instructors. We have been operating from our base at Mangalore since 2006.

Contact: Mai Ling Chief Executive Officer T: +61 3 5796 2266 E: [email protected] W: www.mfta.net.au

70 / 431 St Kilda Road Melbourne, Victoria 3004 Australia

44 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Moorabbin Flight Training Academy PCR Australasia

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 45 PCR Australasia

PCR Australasia provides the services of a very experienced group of aviation professionals with skills in many facets of aviation and maintains links with many of the world’s aviation regulatory authorities, regional and international airport operators, developers, engineering consultants and contractors, who depend upon our support and specialist expertise. We have successfully undertaken projects in more than 15 countries worldwide and our experts have engaged in projects funded by the United Nations, International Civil Aviation Organization, Asian Development Bank, AusAID, and other international funding agencies PCR Australasia offers expertise in the design and specification of radio navigation aids, including: air traffic control tower systems; meteorological systems; aviation communications systems; surveillance facilities; and aerodrome ground lighting.

Contact: Peter Lewis Director T: +61 3 9878 04 00 E: [email protected] W: www.pcrconsult.com

Level 1, 1 Main Street Blackburn, Victoria 3130 Australia

46 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace PCR Australasia Periploi Aviation

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 47 Periploi Aviation

Periploi Aviation ensures new airport terminals are ready for airline operations. We move a team into the site six months before the opening to facilitate operational readiness and co-ordinate the start-up of the new facilities. Trials of multiple systems and processes are essential to ensure commercial and operational risks are evaluated, minimised or eliminated in a safe working environment. Our last major project was the Dublin, Ireland Terminal 2, opened in 2010/11. The Periploi team can assist airline, air charter and helicopter (offshore oil & gas crew transfers/ emergency medical service/ onshore resource industry) operators with strategic business planning, commercial tender response, financial analysis, forecasting and monitoring and safety management systems. We have extensive experience negotiating aircraft and helicopter purchase and finance as well as fleet monitoring and management on behalf of the operator or the financier. We can also provide experienced people to manage airline projects or fill executive vacancies.

Contact: Anthony Middleton Managing Director T: +61 3 9078 7227 E: [email protected]

4 / 11 Anderson St West Melbourne, Victoria 3003 Australia

48 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Periploi Aviation RedStick Strategic Communications

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 49 RedStick Strategic Communications RMIT University

RedStick Strategic Communications is one of Australia’s fastest growing public affairs firms. Located in regional Victoria, RedStick provides specialist government relations, strategic communications and positioning services to private companies and other organisations. RedStick has built a solid reputation on delivery. The team has contributed to high level campaigns to deliver projects worth billions of dollars in investment and funding directly into regional communities on behalf of their clients. Past and present clients include healthcare, defence, arts and sporting organisations, including AFL clubs, developers (residential and commercial), economic development agencies, R&D and higher education institutions. The agency comprises a dynamic team of informed, innovative and insightful public affairs professionals. The company is built on a fundamental commitment to building resilient and strong regional communities via collaboration and sound economic development. Their business depends on it. Their communities benefit from it.

Contact: Allison Murphy Managing Director/Owner T: +61 3 5224 2844 E: [email protected] W: www.redstick.com.au

2/226 Latrobe Terrace Geelong, Victoria 3220 Australia

50 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace RedStick Strategic Communications RMIT University

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 51 RMIT University Swinburne University

Established by RMIT University in 1991, the Wackett Aerospace Centre aims to create new intellectual property through fundamental and applied research in aerospace related science and technologies. The Centre’s research programs are supported by the Australian Research Council as well as local and international aerospace companies and government organisations, including the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO), Boeing Australia, Defence Materials Technology Centre, CRC-Advanced composite structures, BAE, Thales, US Air Force Office of Scientific Research, and the Office of Naval Research (USA). The Wackett Centre is also the home to the DSTO Centre of Expertise in Aerodynamic Loading (CoE-AL). The Wackett Aerospace Centre has twenty academic staff, supported by a large number of research scientists and engineers, PhD students, and intern students. Current research activities encompass four technology areas: • advanced aerospace materials and structures; • through-life support technologies; • unmanned air vehicles; and • aerospace design and advanced manufacturing.

Contact: Chun Wang Director, Sir Lawrence Wackett Aerospace Centre T: + 61 3 9925 6000 E: [email protected] W: www.rmit.edu.au

Sir Lawrence Wackett Aerospace Centre, RMIT University Bundoora, Victoria 3083 Australia

52 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace RMIT University Swinburne University

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 53 Swinburne University TECH RESOURCE

Swinburne University of Technology is an innovative education institution committed to delivering excellence in higher education, vocational training and research. As the first university in the State of Victoria to introduce Aviation as part of its degree course offerings, Swinburne Aviation has been recognised as a prominent aviation programme provider. Currently around 600 students undertake both undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Aviation which include pilot training, aviation management and PhD research. Swinburne Aviation is also a provider to both the Qantas and Airways cadet pilot programs. Swinburne Aviation wishes to explore further opportunities for student exchange programs, programs pathways, and research with prospective Chinese partners.

Contact: Dr Chrystal Zhang Lecturer T: 61 3 9214 4822 E: [email protected] W: www.swin.edu.au

John Street Hawthorn, Victoria 3122 Australia

54 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Swinburne University TECH RESOURCE

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 55 Tech Resource Tristar Aviation

TECH RESOURCE provides full-scope facilitation services in cross border research and development projects between Australian and global companies and government organisations. To date, its staff have experience in over 20 international engagements including the initiation, contracting, project management and delivery of research, development and training program outcomes. Industry sectors include aerospace and aviation, roads, transport and the built environment, information and communication technologies, and advanced manufacturing. TECH RESOURCE has gained experience in Australia, Scandinavia, the United States, China and the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries. TECH RESOURCE is committed to providing your industry with the opportunity to be linked with the top Australian technology and professional capability to enable your specific technology needs to be met. TECH RESOURCE believes that merging the right talent with your technology investments is the key to a successful technology development and delivery outcome.

Contact: Ian Macintyre Director, Tech Resource T: +61 3 9607 8508 E: [email protected] W: www.tech-resource.com.au

Level 40, 140 William Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia

56 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Tech Resource Tristar Aviation

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 57 Tristar Aviation

Tristar Aviation commenced flight training and charter operations in 1993 at in Melbourne, Victoria. Starting with only one aircraft, it now has a well maintained fleet of over 15 aircraft, ranging from the popular Cessna 152 aircraft for initial training up the Cessna 310 for more advanced training. Tristar Aviation provides an unparalleled training environment for career pilots. Students are exposed to virtually every facet of professional aviation with year round conditions to ensure course completion. Services include pilot training, charter flights and aerial photography. Tristar Aviation offers: • flexible course delivery; • minimal airspace restrictions; • well equipped and maintained training airport; • local accommodation, and • a large fleet of aircraft.

Contact: Adrianne Fleming Operations Manager T: +61 3 9580 6200 E: [email protected] W: www.tristaraviation.com.au

14 Northern Avenue, Moorabbin Airport Mentone, Victoria 3194 Australia

58 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Tristar Aviation

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 59 Victoria’s Aerospace Industry Aerospace Australia Limited

Victoria has the largest and most innovative aerospace industry in Australia, providing high quality design services, aircraft production, manufactured components and structural testing. The industry generates more than $800 million in annual revenue and employs around 2500 highly skilled workers. Victorian aerospace companies boast globally competitive capabilities in aerostructures, precision machining, robotic systems, tooling, and ground handling equipment that are integrated in international supply chains for major programs, including the Boeing 787 and the . Victoria also has a history of strong performance in the areas of R&D; design and manufacture of aircraft components; software development; aircraft production; platform support and systems engineering; and maintenance, repair and overhaul. With this expertise, Victoria is well placed to support China’s rapidly expanding airline industry, and help deliver the 5,000 new aircraft required to meet growing demand for air travel in China. Victoria offers an advanced manufacturing environment to aerospace manufacturers such as Marand, and presents high quality, cost effective aerospace design to companies such as BAE Systems and QuEST Global (previously known as GKN Aerospace). Our industry is staffed by experienced personnel and supported by a world-class telecommunications infrastructure. International commercial aerospace, including Boeing and Lockheed Martin, also have bases in the state. Victoria has the largest Boeing footprint outside the US. A key component of Victoria’s aerospace industry is GippsAero, which produces aircraft in the eight to 10 seat range. The company currently has an 18 seat aircraft under development. Victoria’s role as host of the biennial Australian International Airshow and Aerospace and Defence Exposition at Avalon Airport is testament to the pivotal role the State plays in aerospace, both nationally and internationally.

60 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Aerospace Australia Limited

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 61 Aerospace Australia Limited

Aerospace Australia promotes the development of aviation and Australian industrial, manufacturing and information/ communications technology resources in the aviation, aerospace and defence sectors. It is a member of the not-for-profit group headed by Aerospace Maritime and Defence Foundation of Australia Limited. Aerospace Australia’s vision is for Australia to be strongly positioned at the forefront of aviation, aerospace and defence in the Asia Pacific region. It achieves this principally through the staging of the Australian International Aerospace Exposition and the associated LanDef ground defence equipment exhibition, which are held in conjunction with the biennial Australian International Air Show at Avalon Airport, Victoria.

Contact: Gregor Ferguson Executive Manager – Industry Development T: + 61 3 5282 0500 E: [email protected] W: www.airshow.com.au

Building 53, Avalon Airport Beach Road Lara, Victoria 3212 Australia

62 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Aerospace Australia Limited Marand

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 63 Marand

Marand is a provider of highly engineered solutions supporting the aerospace, defence, automotive and rail industries. Marand uses innovation to deliver superior technical solutions to customers. Marand is Australia’s largest supplier on the Joint Strike Fighter Defence Program supplying the vertical tails, engine trailer and tooling. Marand designed and manufactured Boeing Aerostructures Australia’s advanced 787 composites manufacturing facility in Melbourne, Victoria. Marand has a 40 year history in the automotive industry and has supplied turnkey body assembly facilities in Australia, Thailand and China. Marand now exports 50 per cent of its product. Marand has an innovative, creative, and highly competent team capable of developing new technology, transferring technology from one industry to another and providing technical solutions that make a real difference to a customer’s profitability.

Contact: Tony Carolan Business Development Manager – Aerospace T: + 61 3 8552 0600 E: [email protected] W: www.marand.com.au

153 Keys Road Moorabbin, Victoria 3189 Australia

64 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Marand

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 65 About the Department of Business and Innovation (DBI)

The Department of Business and Innovation is Victoria’s lead economic, business and innovation agency. The State’s ability to participate effectively in the global economy depends significantly on the skills, knowledge and innovation of Victorians, and our efficiency and effectiveness in supporting a competitive business environment. The key challenge for the Department is to continue to develop and promote policies and actions that increase productivity and participation in a manner which supports sustainable growth. The Department’s range of activities and programs focus on attracting investment, trade development, developing innovative industries, marketing Victoria, facilitating a competitive business environment, generating employment and fostering a productive workforce.

66 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 67 About the Victorian Government Business Offices (VGBOs)

China Victoria has a strong relationship with China which includes a history of mutual business participation. Victorian Government Business Offices in Shanghai, Nanjing and Hong Kong play a vital role in the facilitation of trade and investment. A new office will open in Beijing in the near future. Bilateral relations between Victoria and China continue to strengthen. Victoria and Jiangsu province enjoy a sister-state relationship, and there is also a sister-city relationship between the city of Melbourne and Tianjin. The Victorian Government Business Offices assist Victorian exporters and provides assistance to regional companies and organisations to source products and services, business introductions and investment opportunities with Victoria.

Contact: Shanghai, China Nanjing, China Victorian Government Business Office Victorian Government Business Office Suite 620, Shanghai Centre Suite 1164, 11th Floor 1376 West Nanjing Road World Trade Centre, Jinling Hotel Shanghai, China, 200040 2 Hanzhong Road Nanjing, China, 210005 Hong Kong, China Beijing, China Victorian Government Business Office 2108 Harbour Centre Unit 2, Level 2, Office Tower C2 25 Harbour Road, Wan Chai The Towers, Oriental Plaza Hong Kong No.1 East Chang An Avenue Dong Cheng District Beijing, 100738, China

68 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 69 70 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace DBI Contacts

Mr Howard Ronaldson Secretary Department of Business and Innovation Level 36, 121 Exhibition Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia T: +61 3 9651 9196 E: [email protected] W: dbi.vic.gov.au

Mr Justin Hanney Deputy Secretary Trade and Industry Development Level 33, 121 Exhibition Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia T: +61 3 9651 8152 E: [email protected] W: dbi.vic.gov.au

Ms Gonul Serbest Executive Director, Trade Level 33, 121 Exhibition Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia T: +61 3 9651 9178 E: [email protected] W: dbi.vic.gov.au

Mr Brett Stevens Manager, Major Projects Level 33, 121 Exhibition Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia T: +61 3 9651 9033 E: [email protected] W: dbi.vic.gov.au

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 71 DBI Contacts

Ms Hang Do Program Adviser, Trade Level 33, 121 Exhibition Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia T: +61 3 9651 8006 E: [email protected] W: dbi.vic.gov.au

Mr Paul Stagg Manager, Trade Level 33, 121 Exhibition Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia T: +61 3 9651 9042 E: [email protected] W: dbi.vic.gov.au

Mr Zhining Yang Manager, International Investment (Greater China) Level 33, 121 Exhibition Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia T: +61 3 9651 9850 E: [email protected] W: investvictoria.com

72 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 73 74 Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace VGBO Contacts

Mr Patrick Stringer Commissioner for Greater China and Mongolia State Government of Victoria, Australia Suite 620 Shanghai Centre 1376 Nanjing Road (West) Shanghai, China, 200040 T: +86 21 6279 8681 E: [email protected] W: investvictoria.com

Mr Allen Kwok Chief Representative & Investment Director State Government of Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Business Office, Hong Kong 2108 Harbour Centre, 25 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong T: +86 852 2587 1133 E: [email protected] W: investvictoria.com

Ms Sandy Gu Investment Director State Government of Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Business Office, Nanjing Suite 1164 World Trade Centre Jinling Hotel 2 Hanzhong Road Nanjing, China, 210005 T: +86 25 8470 1231 E: [email protected] W: vic.gov.au

Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 75 VGBO Contacts

Mr Song Lei Senior Business Development Manager State Government of Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Business Office, Beijing Unit 2, Level 2, Office Tower C2 The Towers, Oriental Plaza No.1 East Chang An Avenue Dong Cheng District Beijing, 100738, China T: +86 10 8515 3166 E: [email protected] W: business.vic.gov.au

Mr Nick Yan Senior Business Development Manager – Exports State Government of Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Business Office Suite 620 Shanghai Centre 1376 Nanjing Road (West) Shanghai, China, 200040 T: +86 21 6279 8681 E: [email protected] W: business.vic.gov.au

Mr James Xu Investment Director State Government of Victoria, Australia Victoria Government Investment & Trade Office – Shanghai Suite 620 Shanghai Centre 1376 Nanjing Road (West) Shanghai, China, 200040 T: +86 21 6279 8681 E: [email protected] W: investvictoria.com

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Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China September 2012 | Aviation and Aerospace 77 Notes

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