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Our opening panel delves into the recent challenges with the new Boeing 737 MAX. An open and far-reaching discussion with our industry analysts. They will share their outlook for Boeing and what it means long-term for aerospace suppliers. Audience participation is encouraged with interactive Q&A....

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China’s increasing influence and its stated objective towards Taiwan have led to heightened concerns over the possibility of conflict in the region. The U.S. and its Allies will be at a disadvantage militarily if their strategic plan to contain escalation through diplomacy fails. What’s the impact on the global supply...

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Two key analysts team up to provide a comprehensive review of the two largest aerospace market segments worth over 90% of aerospace spend.  See and hear the current outlook for fleets, MRO aftermarket demand, and defense budgets along with other critical trends across the world that provides both challenges and...

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This is a block of time to grab a morning snack and continue the discussion. An open forum to huddle with peers, pose questions, and offer solutions....

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A panel of leading industry professionals will discuss the outlook for production rates and implications for aerospace raw materials in the metals and composites sectors. The discussion will address navigating supply chain constraints, innovation, and geopolitical risks in the raw materials market. Panelists will explore the most pressing challenges, best...

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Risk in the supply chain comes from different areas, natural disasters/climate change, acts of aggression, global health crises, security breaches, and many other forms. Identifying and evaluating current risks and how to avoid disruptions in the supply chain is critical. What are companies doing to prioritize and prepare for disruptions...

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The aerospace and defense industry continues to grapple with persistent challenges in quality and performance within its supply chains. Amidst the complexities of modern manufacturing and intricacies in government contracting, the defense industrial base has also managed disruptions exacerbated by the economic uncertainties stemming from geopolitical tensions and global events...

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Multiple OEMs were unable to deliver their projected number of aircrafts or engines as supply chain shortfalls continue to plague the industry.  How are OEMs, suppliers, logistics operators and others addressing these challenges?  What policy initiatives are being discussed to bring relief to some of the most vulnerable issues?  This...

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Most OEMs and Tier 1s have embraced the Digital Thread of the product life cycle as the basis for step improvements in productivity. Undoubtedly, future aircraft launches will have these productivity gains baked in their business cases. While enormous advances are taking place in developing and sustaining Product Digital Twins,...

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While demand signals have strengthened considerably as both commercial aerospace and defense have recovered, persistent supply chain bottlenecks have prevented the industry from growing to its full potential. At the same time, there are both long-term opportunities and long-term threats on the horizon for aviation and aerospace. Sustainability pressures could...

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Large groups are continuing to reshape their portfolios and in theory economies of scale should help to mitigate some of the many pressures facing the supply chain. Many sectors have a fragmented supply base, but gaining synergies from aerospace acquisitions can be hard. Will interest in the aerospace and defense...

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One of the biggest challenges facing companies large and small, government and industry, is the ability to recruit top talent. Recruiting of this scale takes an all-industry approach; academia, government and industry to find solutions. Join us for this impactful conversation with executives as they discuss expanding opportunities in the...

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This panel will provide valuable insights into the outlook, areas of opportunity, and challenges facing A&D M&A. In particular, the panel will answer big questions facing the industry -- How large of a role will M&A play in reshaping the industry in 2024? What subsectors within A&D will be 'hot'...

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This is a block of time to grab a snack and continue the discussion. An open forum to huddle with peers, pose questions, and offer solutions. ...

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A core topic offered annually by several top industry analysts. An information-packed session discussing the latest data available and sharing their perceptions about what’s going on inside the Pentagon. ...

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Late deliveries and lost revenue due to supply chain issues remain far too common in the A&D industry. Practices such as diversifying suppliers and buying safety stock can help, but isn't there a better way? This session will examine the results of a Siemens supply chain survey conducted by Aviation...

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An overview and 10-year market forecast for Commercial Aircraft Interiors Production for Line Fit and Aftermarket interiors.  Presentation will also touch on the supply chain stresses (and their impact on the interiors supply chain) and the current industry trends in several focus areas of interiors....

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What’s next in the operationalization of AAM in military and commercial use at scale? What could the increasing demand mean for the supply chain in the future? The discussion will cover infrastructure, government regulations, security, consumer response, and more. ...

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A wide-ranging conversation covering a number of different topics affecting the different level of suppliers at the tier one and two level. Prepare to engage with the panel, bring your questions to add to the discussion.  A few of the topics areas that will be covered: Working Capital and liquidity through the...

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