Brazil hosted the opening of the 3rd Global Aerospace Cluster Partnership Summit, held on July 24 at the Smith Centre of the Science Museum in London. The Brazilian session was led by the Embassy of Brazil in London and the Brazilian Aerospace Cluster, with the participation of the Minister-Counsellor of the Embassy of Brazil in London, diplomat Alexandre Brasil, and a talk by João Taborda, Embraer’s VP of Government Affairs, on the vision of global cooperation in the aerospace sector.

International cooperation in focus

The meeting brought together representatives of clusters, companies, institutions and aerospace industry experts to discuss growth strategies, collaboration among different players and joint solutions to the sector’s current challenges. The program also promoted the exchange of experiences and stronger connections among the participating aerospace ecosystems.

During the opening, the Embassy of Brazil in London and the Brazilian Aerospace Cluster presented the country as host of the event’s first session, highlighting Brazil’s capacity for international coordination and the relevance of its aerospace industry in the global context.

João Taborda, Embraer’s VP of Government Affairs, then gave the talk “Vision of Global Cooperation”, addressing perspectives for international cooperation and for coordinated initiatives among companies, governments, clusters and other institutions in the sector.

Program covered growth and solutions for the industry

Besides the Brazilian opening, the summit featured presentations and activities focused on developing strategies for the aerospace industry. Topics included

  • Strategies for Urban Air Mobility, presented by Denise Braemer, of Hamburg Aviation;
  • Signing of a letter of intent and presentation of a new member of the Global Aerospace Cluster Partnership;
  • Analysis of the industry’s growth drivers, by Robert Wall, executive editor for Defense and Space at Aviation Week;
  • A collaborative workshop on common solutions to the sector’s current problems, with the participation of attendees and moderated by the GACP board;
  • Networking and integration activities among participants.

The meeting closed with a networking session and a technical visit to the Science Museum, expanding opportunities for connection among representatives of the different aerospace ecosystems.

Relevance for PIT

Taking part in the 3rd Global Aerospace Cluster Partnership Summit reinforces PIT’s role in promoting international cooperation, connecting institutions and engaging with strategic networks in the aerospace industry. The initiative helps broaden global dialogue, encourage new partnerships and strengthen Brazil’s presence in agendas focused on innovation, competitiveness and the sustainable development of the sector.