Farnborough Aerospace Consortium joins European partnership

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The Farnborough Aerospace Consortium has continued the recent expansion of its network by re-joining the European Aerospace Cluster Partnership.

The EACP us a network of Aerospace clusters looking to encourage collaboration to give the sector a boost worldwide, with the membership helping the FAC to create stronger ties with businesses around Europe.

It builds on a number of agreements sign by the FAC including those with the Ohio Aerospace Institute in the US and the Aviation Valley Cluster in Poland. The consortium has also has productive talks with the King of Malaysia, facilitated an agreement between Dayton in the US and the Rushmoor district, and has joined the Solent Cluster for decarbonisation.

Alan Fisher, chief executive officer of FAC, said: “Joining EACP will bring many opportunities for our members and the aerospace industry across the south and south-east of Britain.

“It represents nearly 50 clusters from 18 countries that create a strong voice which helps businesses compete in the global market. Collaboration on joint projects is one area from which our members will benefit.

“We will also look forward to joining working groups to give our input about what can be done for our members and the sector as a whole. For several years, our conferences have noted the change to a collaborative approach in aerospace.

“Whether it be cleaner fuels or the drive to net-zero, many areas are common to all businesses. We represent companies in the aerospace, aviation and defence sectors and their supply chains and want to keep Britain as a world leader in these industries. Being part of EACP will help us achieve this.”

Niklas Schilling, EACP Coordinator, said: “We are very happy to see Farnborough Aerospace Consortium return to EACP as a member.

“Growing EACP’s presence in Great Britain is a testament to the strong link between European and British aerospace companies despite Brexit.

“We believe that the valuable input provided by FAC to EACP will make a noticeable difference and continue to prove the excellence of the EACP network for its clusters and members.”

Sam Pither

Sam is the Regional Editor of Biz News, responsible for both Hampshire and Dorset. A new recruit to journalism, Sam started writing for the Business Magazine as a freelancer in May of 2022 after completing his degree in English at University College London. His passion for local businesses and ability to tell a story soon caught the attention of the publication’s management team and have led to his meteoric rise. Sam, who lives in central Reading, takes a particular interest in technology, gaming and food and drink, having been a chef before starting his degree.