Involvement of the Commission in the programming's preparation.
The aviation industry is set to come together for the 3rd National Aviation Conference, taking place in Hamburg on September 25th, 2023. Hosted by Lufthansa Technik, the conference is themed "Aviation: Innovative and Climate-Neutral".
Hamburg, a significant location for the development and discussion of climate-neutral aviation technologies, is well-positioned to lead this important discourse. The city's aviation industry employs a total of 40,000 people across over 300 companies, making it the third-largest location in the world for civil aviation.
Key speakers at the conference include Robert Habeck, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Volker Wissing, Federal Minister for Digital Affairs and Transport, and Hamburg's First Mayor Peter Tschentscher. Other distinguished guests include top representatives from the aviation industry, trade unions, environmental organizations, and research institutions.
One of the highlights of the conference is the partnership between the Center for Applied Aviation Research (ZAL) based in Hamburg and H3 Dynamics, a technology scale-up from Singapore. This collaboration aims to advance the development of hydrogen use in aviation and advanced air mobility.
The Sustainable Aero Lab, a global accelerator program for reducing aviation's climate footprint, started in Hamburg in early 2021. This initiative, along with the partnership between ZAL and H3 Dynamics, underscores Hamburg's commitment to leading the way in climate-neutral aviation technologies.
In addition to the conference, Airbus opened a new highly automated equipment assembly hall on Finkenwerder in September 2023, where the A321XLR is being assembled. This development further cements Hamburg's position as a hub for aviation innovation.
The Working Group on Climate-Neutral Aviation established by the federal government will also present its first results at the conference. This group, along with the discussions and collaborations taking place at the conference, will help shape the future of aviation and its impact on the environment.
Hamburg's economy has also seen a significant boost in the first half of 2023, with exports totalling €26.7 billion, an increase of €2.9 billion or 12.4% compared to the same period last year. This growth underscores the city's economic strength and its ability to drive innovation in the aviation sector.
The focus of discussion at the 3rd National Aviation Conference will include options for climate-neutral aviation, the transformation of the aviation industry, and the role of technology in achieving climate protection goals. Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz will open the event, setting the stage for a day of insightful discussions and collaborations.
In conclusion, the 3rd National Aviation Conference promises to be a significant event in the calendar of the aviation industry. With its focus on climate-neutral aviation, the conference is a testament to Hamburg's commitment to sustainable development and its leadership in the aviation sector.
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