Media advisory - 2013 Canadian Aerospace Summit in Ottawa

OTTAWA, Oct. 15, 2013 /CNW/ - Mr. Jim Quick, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) invites media representatives to the 2013 Canadian Aerospace Summit on October 16 and 17 at the Ottawa Convention Centre (55 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa). Media representatives are required to confirm their presence.

The 2013 Canadian Aerospace Summit offers a Conference program featuring prestigious guest speakers who will present on current Canadian and international industry themes, a B2B & Trade Show event which will connect the representatives of large Canadian and international prime companies and potential suppliers, and its two main keynote events - the Annual Aerospace Reception and Dinner and the Aerospace Leadership Luncheon.

SUMMIT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

More information on the Summit, including a full program, can be found at www.aiac.ca/summit English or www.aiac.ca/sommet French. Media can register by visiting http://www.aiac.ca/summit/media.aspx.

AIAC is the national association representing Canada's aerospace manufacturing and services sector.  As the world's fifth-largest aerospace industry, Canada's aerospace sector contributes $27 billion to the national GDP, exports 80% of its output, and dedicates over 20% of its activity to research and development (R&D). Aerospace is responsible for the employment of 170,000 Canadians. AIAC represents the interests of over 700 aerospace companies across Canada.

SOURCE Aerospace Industries Association of Canada