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- The Singapore Airshow is an influential event in the global aviation industry, providing a platform for strategic partnerships, idea exchange and problem-solving.
- Airshow participants include established companies such as Airbus and Boeing, as well as new entrants such as JetZero and EVE Air Mobility.
- The event will focus on sustainable aviation and feature discussions on obstacles, technological advancements, and collaboration. Additionally, topics such as advanced air mobility and bilateral aviation relations between China and Singapore will also be considered.
The biennial Singapore Airshow, widely regarded as Asia’s most influential international aerospace and defense showcase, returns after a pandemic-induced hiatus as the global aviation industry builds or renews strategic alliances and once again provide a different platform to exchange ideas while working together towards future change. , discussed to explore new solutions to current and future problems in the industry.
The event, which will be held in full swing again this year, will be held from February 20th to 25th, with the first three days being trade days and the remaining two days open to the public. With just one month to go, more than 392 companies have so far confirmed their participation in the air show, and more than 1,000 companies from more than 50 countries are expected to participate in the trade event. But here’s what to expect on the trade front at the 2024 Singapore Airshow.
Who is there?
As with air shows around the world, typical trade participants always include aircraft manufacturers such as Airbus and Boeing. However, this year’s Singapore Air Show is expected to see the return of Bombardier and Gulfstream, which were previously unable to participate in 2022 due to strict restrictions due to the pandemic. Other companies such as Canada’s de Havilland Aircraft, Rolls-Royce, CFM International, Lockheed Martin and Dassault Aviation are also among the regular attendees.
Photo: Singapore Air Show
This year, we also have first-time participants like California-based JetZero. This new startup just won investment from the US military late last year after promoting the idea of blended wing-body aircraft to make flying more sustainable It’s worth keeping an eye out for new collaborations like this. . The same goes for fellow first-time participant EVE Air Mobility, a Brazilian electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft maker.
Already making waves in North America due to partnerships with United Airlines, Jeju Air, Flynas, and others, it will be a highly anticipated suspense to see if other airlines will invest in EVE during the air show. And perhaps they are planning a new production plant somewhere in Asia?
What is the topic?
Apart from the melting pot of innovation, partnerships and future discoveries that take place between all trade participants, air shows are also known for the surprises that occur in aircraft orders. But early in the new year, it can be quite a headache trying to guess which airlines have plans to expand their fleets. And although there have been no hints lately, we shouldn’t ignore the possibility of what orders will be placed at the 2024 Singapore Air Show.
Additionally, the 9th Singapore Airshow wrap-up will further focus on sustainable aviation during the Aero Forum series. Key subjects such as current and projected obstacles to a sustainable aviation industry, examples include different regulatory frameworks, technological advances, logistics and pricing, and the cooperation needed to facilitate global supply and demand. is emphasized with.
But beyond a greener aviation industry, Singapore Airshow 2024 also aims to shine a spotlight on airline CEOs. Panelists include, but are not limited to, Peter Bellew, Chief Operating Officer of Riyadh Airways, and his ZIPAIR Executive Director and Co-Founder, Yasuhiro Fukada. With topics such as advanced air mobility and bilateral aviation relations between China and Singapore, we can expect many joint and in-depth discussions during the three trading days.
What kind of airplanes will appear?
As for the static aircraft display, there is no word yet on what amazing aircraft will be on display. As is customary in commercial aviation, the Boeing 777X and Embraer E195-E2 Profit Hunter could return in the “Tech Eagle” livery this year.
Photo: Singapore Air Show
Perhaps an eVTOL prototype may also be a possibility, as sustainability and advanced air mobility are the main focus. As for Airbus’ assumptions, the European manufacturer could revive the A350-1000, A330neo, A220-300, and possibly the A321P2F or A321XLR. However, until a confirmed aircraft display list is available, these are still just speculations.
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