November 29, 2012. David Pugliese - Defence
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Here are the details from the government, followed by reaction from the AIAC:
OTTAWA, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – Nov. 29, 2012) – The aerospace and space sectors make critical contributions to Canada’s prosperity and security, but if those sectors are to remain vibrant and
competitive over the next 20 to 30 years, relevant public policies and programs will need to keep pace with rapidly changing global conditions.
That is the central finding of the arm’s-length Aerospace Review, which was launched by the Government of Canada on February 27, 2012.
The Honourable David Emerson, Review Head, today submitted the Review’s report to the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry, and released the report to the public at an event held at
the Canada Aviation and Space Museum in Ottawa.
Mr. Emerson was supported in the Review by an Advisory Council of three members: Sandra Pupatello, Jacques Roy, and Jim Quick. The Review drew on information and advice from industry,
researchers, organized labour, and governments across Canada and abroad.
The Review’s report is divided into two volumes: one on the aerospace sector, entitled Beyond the Horizon: Canada’s Interests and Future in Aerospace, and one on the space sector, entitled
Reaching Higher: Canada’s Interests and Future in Space.
The Aerospace volume includes recommendations that the Government of Canada:
– support aerospace technology demonstration projects and collaborative research;
– negotiate bilateral cooperation agreements with traditional partners like the United States and Europe, and emerging powers like China and India;
– require that companies seeking to sell aircraft to the government make firm commitments on the industrial and technological benefits that will flow to the Canadian economy as a result of
the sale; and
– work with industry, provinces and territories, academic institutions, and unions to promote studies in science and engineering, and careers in the aerospace and space sectors.
Discussing the Aerospace volume, Mr. Emerson said, “Canada has every reason to be proud of its status as a global aerospace power. Designing and building planes, helicopters, and simulators – and
the systems and parts that go into them – have made us more innovative, more prosperous, and safer.”
Mr. Emerson emphasized, however, that the rise of ambitious new players means Canada cannot rest on the laurels of its past success. “We need to redouble our efforts to develop the aerospace
technologies of the future and secure our place in global markets and supply chains,” he said, adding that “the right combination of business acumen, cutting-edge research, and government
policies will allow Canada to remain an aerospace power for decades to come.”
The Space volume includes recommendations that the government:
– set 10-year, 5-year, and annual priorities for the Canadian Space Program;
– conduct competitive processes when seeking to purchase space assets and services, with bids assessed on the basis of their price, their responsiveness to operational requirements, and
their industrial and technological value for the Canadian space sector; and
– create conditions conducive to the expansion of space-related commercial activity.
Commenting on the Space volume, Mr. Emerson said, “Canada’s national interest demands that we make effective use of space to unlock wealth, secure our coastlines and borders, protect our
population, and deliver services. This is becoming even truer as the North opens.”
Calling for a “reset” of the Canadian Space Program, Mr. Emerson said, “we need clarity of purpose with respect to what we want to do in space, on-time and on-budget delivery of space assets and
services, and increased focus on space-related innovation and entrepreneurship.”
AIAC news release:
Ottawa (Ontario), November 29, 2012 – Strong recommendations for industry and government contained in an independently conducted review of Canada’s aerospace industry and factors influencing its
future competitiveness have garnered support from the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada.
Produced by the Honourable David Emerson, the recently completed report “Beyond the Horizon: Canada’s Interest and Future in Aerospace” is the product of an official Aerospace Review mandated by
the Government of Canada in February 2012.
“Mr. Emerson recognizes the critical juncture the aerospace and space industry is facing and the urgent need for government, industry, academia and unions to adapt to a rapidly changing and
highly competitive global environment,” said David Schellenberg, Chairman of the AIAC Board of Directors. “Early and effective implementation of these policies is critical to achieving the
intended results. Canada’s aerospace industry is ready and willing to do its part.”
Mr. Emerson’s report proposes fiscally neutral public policy changes designed to boost the industry’s competitiveness and its long-term benefits for Canada. Among the recommendations, AIAC
considers several to have potential positive ‘game-changing’ impacts. These include:
· Making aerospace a priority in Canada’s Science and Technology Strategy will ensure a more cohesive approach to the development and delivery of
aerospace programs and policies and help maximize the benefits of private and public investments in aerospace.
· Improving the prioritization of technology investments and creating large-scale technology demonstration capacity will boost Canadian competitiveness
and domestic capabilities to meet the growing demand for more efficient aircraft and space-related technologies.
· Streamlining programs including the Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI) and transforming it into a sound, risk-sharing instrument will
foster Canada’s full aerospace and space R&D potential, in part by helping small aerospace firms access these resources to increase their competitiveness.
· Making aerospace a centerpiece of Canada’s international trade agenda will demonstrate federal commitment to Canada’s international aerospace industry,
encourage state-to-state partnerships with emerging aerospace powers and improve Canadian access to foreign markets.
· Enhancing R&D collaboration will optimize the allocation of talent and resources, promote R&D intensity and yield economic benefits for Canada.
Supporting supplier capacity development will help small and medium enterprises seize opportunities to participate in the global supply chain.
· Fully leveraging procurement tools such as Industrial Benefits and In-Service-Support will bolster industry capabilities through intellectual property
and technology transfer.
· Ensuring that we are efficient, diligent and timely in our treatment of export control and certification regimes will make Canada a more responsive
global competitor.
· Training students and workers for jobs in sophisticated aerospace manufacturing environments, and increasing promotion of the industry as a career of
choice among youth will help build HR capacity and support higher quality Canadian jobs for future generations.
· Establishing clear federal priorities concerning space will enable Canada’s space industry to prioritize its capabilities and better contribute to
Canada’s economic prosperity, security and other national interests.
· Stabilizing Canadian Space Agency funding will enable it to better serve Canada’s public and industrial priorities.
“AIAC and its member companies are ready to work with the government to ensure the timely implementation of the Aerospace Review recommendations, for the benefit of all Canadians,” said Mr.
Schellenberg. “AIAC salutes the Government of Canada and Industry Minister Christian Paradis for mandating the Aerospace Review, and the Hon. David Emerson for bringing his extensive expertise to
this thorough review of Canada’s aerospace industry and the measures required to secure its future.”
ABOUT AIAC:
AIAC is the national association representing Canada’s aerospace manufacturing and services sector. As the world’s fifth-largest aerospace industry, Canada’s aerospace sector generates more
than $22 billion, exports 80% of its output. Investments of over $2 Billion make the aerospace industry the second largest R&D investor in Canada. Aerospace is responsible for the employment
of 160,000 Canadians. AIAC represents the interests of over 700 aerospace companies across Canada.
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