Abu Dhabi Aviation & Aerospace Week
November 11, 2015, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Al Bateen Executive Airport, the only dedicated business aviation airport in the region, announced today that it has doubled the exhibition space for Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2016 in response to huge demand from key industry professionals to participate. Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2016 is being held from March 8th to 10th, as part of Abu Dhabi Aviation and Aerospace Week, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
The event will occupy nearly 60,000 square meters of space at Al Bateen Executive Airport. Leading private aircraft manufacturers Dassault Aviation, Gulfstream, Embraer, Bell Helicopters, Cirrus Aircraft, Tecnam, and Boeing Business Jets will be back for the fourth edition. Most of these exhibitors are upgrading the size of their stands. Abu Dhabi Aviation, the largest commercial helicopter operator in the UAE, and Royal Jet, the award-winning international luxury flight service provider, have committed once again to being the main sponsors for the show.
Eng. Ahmad Al Haddabi, Chief Operations Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports, said: The general aviation industry is witnessing tremendous growth in the region and Abu Dhabi Air Expo provides a perfect environment and opportunity for industry leaders to gather and discuss key developments in the market. The overwhelming response we are witnessing from companies is testament to the fact that Abu Dhabi Air Expo serves as a dynamic platform for them to reach growth markets across the MENA region, engage with potential partners and grow their businesses. It also demonstrates Al Bateen Executive Airports position as a leader in regional general aviation.
According to the Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA), the regional business aviation sector is projected to be worth USD 1.3 billion by 2020, with the size of the business jet fleet in the Middle East set to grow from approximately 500 planes currently in use to 1,375.
The three day Air Expo event is set to welcome over 20,000 visitors from the aviation and aerospace industries. An exhibitor line-up of 300 manufacturers and suppliers will showcase the latest innovations and development in private jet aircraft, helicopters, executive charter services, airport equipment and services, avionics systems, insurance and financing.
Over 150 aircraft, from ultra-light to heavy business jets, will be on show to be explored by aircraft enthusiasts and businesses searching for the best airplanes and aviation-related services.
In addition to the main exhibition area, Abu Dhabi Air Expo will also host Abu Dhabi Heli Expo, showcasing all that the helicopter industry has to offer. Attendees will be able to meet representatives from leading manufacturers, distributors and support companies, and get up close to a range of helicopters.
The Middle East Aviation Career Conference, which will also run in parallel with the Air Expo, will give a unique platform for industry partners to discuss the challenges in securing aviation professionals for the future, and how to tackle them by developing the right education and training programs. In addition, selected students from Abu Dhabi will be encouraged to interact with industry experts in a series of workshops aimed at encouraging young talent to be innovative and to come up with alternative solutions to aviation sector issues.
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About Abu Dhabi Airports
Abu Dhabi Airports is a public joint-stock company wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. It was incorporated by Amiri Decree number 5, issued on 4 March 2006, to spearhead the development of the Emirate's aviation infrastructure. In September 2006, Abu Dhabi Airports assumed responsibility for the operation and management of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain International Airports. In 2008, Abu Dhabi Airports added Al Bateen Executive Airport (an exclusive business aviation airport), as well as Sir Bani Yas and Delma Island Airports to its portfolio. These airports are geared to serve the various segments of air travelers, the aviation marketplace, and will help contribute to Abu Dhabis development as a destination for both business and leisure tourism.
Currently under way is the multi-billion dollar re-development and expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport designed to increase the overall capacity of the airport to more than 45 million passengers per year. As part of this redevelopment, a second runway and a third terminal have been completed.
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About Abu Dhabi Aviation and Aerospace Week (ADAA)
In March 2016, Abu Dhabi will see the hosting of the worlds largest high-profile dedicated aerospace and aviation week, Abu Dhabi Aerospace & Aviation Week. Abu Dhabi Aerospace & Aviation Week will take place across the emirate of Abu Dhabi and is to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. The series of events will build on the existing and renowned aviation and aerospace events in Abu Dhabi, such as the Abu Dhabi Air Expo, Global Aerospace Summit and Unmanned Systems Exhibition, as well as supporting new initiatives such as the inaugural edition of the stimulation show hosted by ADNEC in collaboration with the Armed Forces General Headquarters, all under one banner that will reinforce Abu Dhabis status as a leading aviation and aerospace center.
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Layla Haroon
P.O. Box: 77765, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
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E-mail: lharoon@bell-pottinger.com
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