 |
 |
 |
Israel Export and International Cooperation Institute at
Paris Air Show 2011 |
| |
Friday,
June 17, 2011, 02:52 PM |
|
|
| |
| Israel
shows future multilayer missile and air defense system at
Paris Air Show 2011. |
| |
|
| |
Air
and missile defense systems are at the center stage of Israel’s
aerospace and defense display at the 49th Paris Air Show.
Following the operational success of the Iron Dome counter-rocket
system, emphasis is given to active defense missile and
air defense capabilities. On display are a new, mobile version
of Iron Dome, and the Stunner interceptor, under development
for David's Sling - Israel's next generation air and missile
defense system.
|
|
|
|
"Despite
the slowdown of the global economy, in 2010 Israel's defense
export growth continued, as the industries demonstrated
stability, growth and substantial contribution to the
national economy, proving once again that our investment
in defense provides substantial value for the nation's
economy" said Maj. General (ret.) Udi Shani, Director
General of the Ministry of Defense (MOD). "The display
of Iron Dome, David's Sling and Arrow, following the successful
operational debut of Iron Dome, provides a substantial
opportunity for such systems becoming a growth engine
for Israel's defense export" Shani added.
According to annual records published by the MOD, the
country’s defense exports in 2010 grew to $7.2 billion,
up from $6.9 billion in 2009. The total orders backlog
reported by the leading industries has also increased
in the past year, from $17.3 billion to $18.8 billion.
|
|
Barak
8 advanced long-range missile defense and air defense system
Israeli military industry |
|
According
to Avi Hefetz, General Manager Israel Export and International
Cooperation Institute (IEICI) Israel’s Aerospace and
Defense (A&D) industries sold about one billion US$
in commercial and civil export, representing about 14 percent
of the total annual aerospace and defense export. IEICI
aims to more than double the share of the civil aviation
segment in Israel’s A&D export, by increasing
the number of exporters. This segment is expected to reach
30 percent over the next three years. Hefetz acknowledged
that the total volume of civil aerospace export is increasing
year over year, as defense industries expand their portfolio
adding commercial and civil aviation offerings.
The Paris Air Show provides the primary showcase for the
world's leading aerospace companies, manufacturers, subcontractors
and service providers. As such, it also offers Israel's
aerospace and defense industries a lucrative venue for business
development. This week fifteen of Israel’s leading
Aerospace & Defense industries are once again present
at the Paris Air Show. This year marks Israel’s
25th appearance at the world’s premier aerospace event,
opening in Paris Le Bourget on June 20th. Organized by IEICI
in cooperation with the Ministry of Defense, the Israel
Pavilion is located at a special building alongside the
outdoor static display and in an additional, new location
in Hall 3. |
|
Arrow
2 Theatre ballistic missile defence system Israeli Military
Industry |
|
IEICI
Debut a New Pavilion at an Investment of $1.75
"IEICI has invested over $1.75 million setting up the
new national pavilion, highlighting the leadership position
of our industries. With exhibits spanning over 4,000 square
meters, being among the five largest national exhibits at
the show, following France, USA, Italy and the UK”
Hefetz said. Among the participating companies this year
are Aero Maoz, Aeronautics, Amit Industries, BlueBird Aerosystems,
Controp Precision Technologies, Elbit Systems, IAI, Kanfit,
MTC, Pentagon 2000, Plasan, Rafael, Shimshon Fine Mechanics,
Urban Aeronautics and Y. Shuster.
The impressive displays are highlighting advanced areas
including unmanned systems, avionics, electro-optical systems
and more. According to SIBAT, the MOD Defense Export Branch,
Israel has a world leadership position in the field of unmanned
systems, where Israeli industries have accumulated extensive
operational experience. Extensive operational experience
coupled with the innovation in bringing new products to
market place Israel in a leading position in this rapidly
growing market, offering advanced, next- generation capabilities
addressing evolving needs.
At the Air Show, Israel also exhibits state-of-the-art electronics,
avionics and electro-optics. Modern cockpit technologies
are highlighted by presentations of new architecture, systems
and simulation techniques, enabling designers to tailor
operating and training systems to match the latest environment
which modern fighter pilots are required to master. |
Inroads
to the World’s Civil Aviation Market
The Paris Air Show offers unique opportunities for smaller
subcontractors to introduce unique capabilities and expertise,
in front of a large buying force of prime contractors and
their Tier I and II suppliers. In the field of aerospace
subcontracting, the Israel Pavilion accommodates a number
of companies producing metallic and composite aerostructures,
fine mechanics, hydraulic connectors and tubing, and Maintenance,
Repair and Overhaul (MRO) for military and commercial operators.
According to Avi Hefetz, IEICI has made significant effort
in paving marketing channels to leading prime contractors,
opening new opportunities for Israeli Small and Medium Enterprises
(SME) offering subcontracting for aerostructures, engine
components and subsystems, electronics, avionics and cockpit
subsystems. These activities have already initiated inroads
to major contractors such as EADS, Finmeccanica, Boeing,
Saab, Lufthansa Technik and others.
Israel’s aerospace sector counts about 150 companies
active in civil and military aviation and space, exporting
their products throughout the world. 44,000 people are currently
employed by Israeli aerospace and defense companies. |
| |
|
 |
|
 |
|
