Category Archives: Aviation & Aerospace

Aviation & Aerospace Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Thales and SoyYo Spearhead Passwordless Authentication Revolution for Colombian Users

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a leading global technology and security provider, is expanding its partnership with SoyYo, a Colombian digital identity provider, to introduce FIDO2 passkeys for passwordless authentication. This collaboration aims to enhance online security and user experience by allowing … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and SATS Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Air Logistics Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and SATS Ltd have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing value chain efficiencies and sustainability within the air logistics industry. This partnership builds on their successful joint efforts in … Read the full press release

Lilium Completes First High-Voltage Electrical Harnesses for Revolutionary eVTOL Jet

(IN BRIEF) Lilium N.V., the developer of the groundbreaking all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, has achieved a significant milestone by completing the first high-voltage electrical harnesses for the Lilium Jet. This achievement, achieved through a collaboration with GKN … Read the full press release

thyssenkrupp Aerospace and Boeing Extend 25-Year Partnership to Strengthen Aerospace Supply Chain

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Aerospace and Boeing have agreed to extend their long-term partnership, which has been ongoing since 1998. Under the contract extension, thyssenkrupp Aerospace, a part of thyssenkrupp Materials Services, will continue to provide supply chain management services, supply … Read the full press release

Restructuring Initiatives Underway as Airbus Prepares for 2024

(IN BRIEF) Airbus is undergoing significant leadership changes, forming a Commercial Aircraft management team led by Christian Scherer. The leadership team will focus on addressing current operational challenges while also planning for future strategies. Effective January 1, 2024, the Airbus … Read the full press release

Thales Partners with Zambia Airports to Upgrade Air Traffic Control Systems for Enhanced Safety

(IN BRIEF) Thales is collaborating with Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) to modernize the air traffic control (ATC) systems at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in Lusaka and Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport in Livingstone. This upgrade will introduce Datalink CPDLC … Read the full press release

AMAG Austria Metall Renews Multi-Year Supply Contract with Airbus, Expanding Market Share and Focusing on Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) AMAG Austria Metall AG has renewed its multi-year supply contract with Airbus. This contract renewal allows AMAG to increase its business volume due to rising aircraft production rates and a larger market share. AMAG will supply certified rolled … Read the full press release

Airbus Launches THEOS-2 Earth Observation Satellite, Enhancing Thailand’s Geo-Information Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has successfully launched THEOS-2, an Earth observation satellite, for the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency of Thailand (GISTDA) from Europe’s spaceport in French Guiana. This satellite follows the launch of THEOS-1 in 2008 and will provide … Read the full press release

Neste, ISCC, and DHL Collaborate to Enhance Transparency in Sustainable Aviation Fuel Emission Reduction Reporting

(IN BRIEF) Neste, ISCC, and DHL Group have partnered to develop and pilot the ISCC Credit Transfer System, a registry-based system that enables transparent and credible reporting of emission reductions achieved through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The … Read the full press release

Viasat Launches ‘Viasat Beyond: Space’ Competition to Inspire the Next Generation of UK Space Innovators

(IN BRIEF) Viasat, a global leader in satellite communications, has initiated the ‘Viasat Beyond: Space’ competition aimed at nurturing the future generation of engineers, artists, scientists, and space enthusiasts in the UK. This competition targets students in years 12 and … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Successfully Tests Gas Turbine for Hybrid-Electric Flight

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has achieved a significant milestone in the development of a small gas turbine designed to power hybrid-electric flight. The engine incorporates novel combustion technology, resulting in ultra-low emissions. This achievement marks the effectiveness of the compact, power-dense … Read the full press release

BAE Systems and Malloy Aeronautics Showcase T-600 Heavy Lift Uncrewed Air System in NATO Maritime Exercise

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems and Malloy Aeronautics demonstrated the capabilities of the T-600 heavy lift uncrewed air system (UAS) during the NATO exercise REPMUS 2023 in Portugal. The T-600 is an electric-powered UAS with vertical take-off and landing capabilities, capable … Read the full press release

Arkema Boosts Global DMDS Production for Renewable Fuels

(IN BRIEF) Arkema, a leading producer of dimethyl disulfide (DMDS), is increasing its global production capacity of this vital additive at its Beaumont site in the United States. DMDS plays a crucial role in converting vegetable oils and agri-food waste … Read the full press release

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) Partners with Indra to Pave the Way for Global SWIM System Deployment in Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) has teamed up with Indra Avitech to become one of the pioneers in implementing the SWIM (System Wide Information Management) system. SWIM is an intranet designed to connect all stakeholders in the aviation … Read the full press release

GKN Aerospace’s Malaysia Facility Earns Key Certifications for Engine Parts Repair and Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace’s engine parts repair facility in Johor, Malaysia, has achieved significant certifications, including approvals from international airworthiness authorities such as CAAC, CAAS, and CAA in the UK. Additionally, the facility has obtained Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) qualification … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters’ PioneerLab: Elevating Autonomy and Sustainability in Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters has unveiled PioneerLab, a new technology demonstrator based on the H145 platform, at the German National Aviation Conference. PioneerLab focuses on reducing helicopter emissions, increasing autonomy, and integrating bio-based materials. It aims to achieve a 30% … Read the full press release

Cyviz onthult nieuwe TEMPEST dynamische controlekamer in Benelux, Nederland

STRATEGISCHE UITBREIDING MET DE OFFICIËLE OPENING VAN HET NIEUWE CYVIZ EXPERIENCE CENTER (IN HET KORT) Cyviz heeft samen met SPIE, een toonaangevend Europees bedrijf in technische diensten, een geavanceerde commando- en controlekameroplossing gebouwd die informatie met meerdere classificaties kan verwerken. … Read the full press release

BAE Systems’ FalconWorks Partners with Hybrid Air Vehicles to Explore Advanced Intelligence Gathering Technologies

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems’ FalconWorks division has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hybrid Air Vehicles to explore innovative ways of gathering intelligence and communication. FalconWorks also announced a framework agreement with QinetiQ for collaborative work on autonomous Uncrewed … Read the full press release

Airbus Delivers Inaugural ‘Make in India’ C295 Aircraft to Indian Air Force

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Defence and Space has officially delivered the first of 56 C295 aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF), signaling the start of a process to replace the IAF’s aging Avros-748 fleet. The C295, configured for transport and … Read the full press release

Airbus Innovators Shortlisted for German Future Prize with CO2 Capture Breakthrough

(IN BRIEF) A team of engineers and a developer from Airbus has been shortlisted as one of the top three finalists for the prestigious German Future Prize 2023. Their nomination is in recognition of their innovative work in developing Direct … Read the full press release