THE ACHIEVEMENTS
Aerospace Valley supported the initiative of Airbus and Tarmac Aerosave to improve the dismantling and recovery of end-of-life commercial aircraft by launching a call for interest which resulted in the selection of ten projects. The latter were supported by the Cluster which helped them to connect with relevant actors, to mature and to identify project funding.
Aerospace Valley set up a common initiative to foster the environmental transition of SMEs and Middle-Sized Companies, in partnership with Bpifrance and support from the ADEME, in the Nouvelle Aquitaine and Occitanie regions. Groups of companies were formed to perform a subsidized individual environmental assessment on the topic of their choice. Then group meeting days were organized to foster information and experience sharing. The program along with the related groups have been designed to be repeated, and should enrich feedback from the program and the companies.
The Aerospace Valley Cluster also took action to reduce its own carbon footprint with the creation of a carbon footprint assessment and an action plan for all its activities.
The Environment team also took part in working groups and committees at the regional level, working to reduce the carbon footprint of aerospace industry.
SELECTION OF WEBINARS AND EVENTS
- R4 Composites, the national circular economy event for composites, March 7th, 2023 Bordeaux – 160 participants
- Round table « Dismantling and recovery of aircraft: a sector for general aviation to build! » at Green Aero Days, December 6th, 2024, Pau
- Support for Drones Day organized by the cluster with repackaging workshops / drone recycling, moderating of the round table « Drones serving the planet »
TESTIMONIAL
“As a startup, joining the Aerospace Valley cluster was the first recognition we earned in the aeronautics ecosystem. We appreciated the immediate climate of trust and good will that empowered us to achieve key milestones in our development. Aerospace Valley plays a critical role in our growth by offering us strategic, solid introductions and networking. The Cluster also showcased us on several occasions, notably at shows, which significantly enhanced our visibility. Today more than ever, Aerospace Valley is a genuine driver for our success.
A big thanks to the entire team for your trust and daily support! »
Anthony CHARMARTY, CEO & AERONAUTICAL SECTOR MANAGER, AC-Dismantling