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Aerospace Global News Theatre – Day 1

Join us in the Aerospace Global News Theatre in Hall 4 for the first day of Farnborough International Airshow 2024. Sponsored by Cora Systems.
July 22 - 22, 2024

10:20 – 10:40

Keynote: “Flying into the Future: Exploring Next Generation Aircraft Technologies”
Dr. Todd Citron, Chief Technology Officer, Boeing

This session will explore how advanced technologies are reshaping the way we design, build, and aircraft. Digital technologies continue to move forward at an unpresented pace. But unlocking the application of these technologies is key and often involves years of testing to validate and advance the next steps in aerospace innovation.

10:45 – 11:05

Keynote: “Digitisation of the Aerospace Industry – from Innovation to Industrialisation
Tim Mahoney, Former CEO, Honeywell Aerospace

This keynote explores the digitisation of the aerospace product lifecycle from innovation to industrialisation. It highlights how digitisation accelerates the design, testing, and manufacturing processes, significantly enhancing program efficiency. By integrating digital twins, real-time data analytics, and collaborative platforms, the aerospace industry can achieve faster product deliveries and superior performance, paving the way for innovative aerospace solutions.

11:05 – 11:50

Panel: “Transforming Program Management”

Moderator: Tim Mahoney, Former CEO, Honeywell Aerospace
Steven Kershaw, Global Government Defence Network Leader, PwC
Jeff Hopkins, Vice President Project Solutions, Honeywell
Nils Herzberg, Aerospace & Defence Consultant
Nick Manzo, Director Aerospace & Defence, Cora Systems

Join the discussion of how digitisation is impacting speed, cost and predictability in aerospace programs. They will share insights on what program excellence looks like and how challenges can be overcome. Each expert will provide their perspective on how technology will transform program development in the years ahead.

12:00 – 13:05

Keynote & Panel: “Carbon Removals: Putting the ‘Net’ in Net Zero”

Moderator: Anna Stukas, Vice President Strategic Partnerships, 1PointFive
Myles Allen, Professor, Oxford University
Carrie Harris, Director of Sustainability, British Airways
Hemant Mistry, Director Net Zero Transition, IATA
Dr. Gabrielle Walker, Co-Founder, CUR8 and Rethinking Removals

The aviation industry has set some ambitious and inspiring decarbonization goals by 2027 and 2050. But we need a solution today to achieve those future goals. Learn about how carbon removals, like Direct Air Capture to Sequestration, are a key component to incorporate into your decarbonization plan today in order to scale up to meet your targets in 2050. Join us for a keynote presentation on direct air capture and removals, followed by a panel discussion involving thought leaders, academics, and industry leaders on the topic.

13:15 – 13:30

Keynote: “Electric Flying is Almost Here”
Klaus Roewe, CEO, Lilium

Lilium is working on revolutionising regional air mobility. The Lilium Jet, the world’s first fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, is uniquely designed for industry-leading capacity, the longest operational range at the highest speed, with minimal noise, while maintaining zero operating emissions. Klaus Roewe, CEO of Lilium, explains how the Munich based company has teamed up with worldclass partners and prepares for a truly global industrial footprint. The company is currently assembling several aircraft designed to contribute to the certification. Customers world will benefit from a superior ecosystem supporting efficient and reliable operations of the Lilium Jet after entry into service in 2026.

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