Aerospace Global News Theatre – Day 3

10:00 – 10:20

Keynote: Quebec Minister of Economy

10:30 – 11:35

Keynote & Panel: “Harnessing the Power of Integration: Maximising Efficiencies for Customers and Suppliers”

Keynote & Moderator: Ken Aso, Chief Operating Officer, FDH Aero
Chad Gallentine, Vice President, OEM, FDH Aero
Fred Short, Executive Vice President, Global Sales, FDH Aero
Ian Locke, EVP – Sales, FDH Electronics
Elijah Dobrusin, Vice President, Sales & marketing, Leach

As the aviation and aerospace industries continue to grapple with supply chain issues such as lack of capacity and expanding lead times, a supply chain partner who can provide speed, reliability and availability of inventory can play a crucial role. This session will feature a leading supply chain solutions provider that has grown exponentially through an integrated strategy. Included in the discussion will be key areas of focus that have driven its success, including: integrating workforces and inventories; simplifying the supply chain for aircraft manufacturers, MRO providers and the suppliers who provide the parts and materials needed; and technologies that increase efficiencies to simplify purchasing and inventory management.

The session will begin with a keynote overview of the process, then progress with a panel discussion. The panel will include key team members involved in the integration, as well as customer and supplier representatives who can speak to the value this approach has delivered to their businesses.

11:55 – 12:15 

Keynote: “Driving Sustainable Change”
Carrie Harris, Director of Sustainability, British Airways

BA Director of Sustainability will talk about their roadmap to net zero by 2050 or sooner, and some of the new initiatives they are working on as part of their £7bn investment programme into transforming British Airways. They will also discuss their industry-leading partnerships and the work they are doing to create a culture of sustainability that’s visible to their customers and colleagues. Finally, they will discuss why its so important that they continue to work together as an industry, innovate, showcase new ideas and drive forward improvements so that they keep seeking opportunities to act faster and deliver benefits sooner.

12:25 – 13:10

Panel: “Achieving Net-Zero: The Role of Innovation, Technology, and Government in the Aerospace Industry”

Moderator: Lee Annecchino, Executive Vice President, Global Aerospace & Defence Leader, Capgemini UK
Phill Godfrey, Chief Sustainability Officer, Collins Aerospace, an RTX Business
Dr Andrea Ahern, ClimaHtech SAF Lead & Vice President of Net-Zero Projects IE, CATAGEN
Carrie Lambert, Head of Sustainability, Reaction Engines
Andy Billig, Senate Majority leader, Washington State Legislature
Sarwant Singh, President & Chief Commercial Officer – EMEA, Markets and Markets

This session will provide a comprehensive review of the aerospace industry’s journey towards net-zero emissions, focusing on the pivotal role of governments, technological advancements, and the broader ecosystem. Panellists will discuss how innovations in the supply chain, existing processes, and new technologies are driving the industry closer to its net-zero goals. The session will highlight the importance of a holistic approach, involving cooperation across the value chain and government initiatives, to achieve sustainable air travel. This session aims to provide a roadmap for stakeholders to contribute effectively to the industry’s sustainability goals and ensure the viability of sustainable air travel for future generations.

13:20 – 14:05 

Panel: “Advancing Air Power through Technological Innovation and International Collaboration”

Moderator: Sarah Matar, Partner, Kearney
Steve Shepro, Vice President of Integrated Customer Solutions, Military Engines, Pratt & Whitney, an RTX Business
James Marzola, Global Account CTO and Technology Strategist, Microsoft
Steve Bleymaier, Brig Gen (Ret) USAF, CTO for A&D, Ansys
Erlantz Cristólbal, Executive Director of Engineering and Technology, ITP Aero
Sir Stuart Atha, Director of Training Strategy, BAE Systems Air Sector

This panel will explore the transformative impact of cutting-edge technologies and defence sectors, emphasising the role innovation in achieving superior mission efficiency, environmental sustainability, and global efficiency, environmental sustainability, and global security. Our distinguished experts will delve into how artificial intelligence, next generation engineered systems, and software defined capabilities are reshaping air superiority and defence readiness. Additionally, the discussion will highlight the importance of strengthening international partnerships to maintain a strategic advantage over adversaries. Audience members will gain valuable insights into the current and future state of air power, as well as practical approaches to integrating advanced technologies into defence strategies.