The wide-ranging agreement includes the introduction of sustainable new material solutions, as well as life-of-programme contracts for the GEnx, CF6, GE90 and GE9X fan cases.

The project enhances Sweden’s world-leading engine capability and ecosystem and will be delivered in partnership with FMV, Saab and with support from GE Aerospace.

The collaboration includes the development, manufacturing, and installation of High Voltage High Power Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS).

Hydrogen propulsion, via fuel cell or combustion, is a crucial pathway for aviation to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

The MoU follows the recent pre-selection of 14 Airbus H225M helicopters by the Dutch Ministry of Defence. The scope of collaboration covers multiple projects and work packages.

Together, GKN Aerospace and Materialise aim to accelerate the certification of the AM process and push the boundaries of additive production of functional and flight-critical aerostructures, leveraging its unique manufacturing benefits.

Swift Aircraft, the company behind the brand new British aerobatic light aircraft, the Swift, has brought together a team of British innovators to help make sustainable flight a reality.

Västflyg will operate all its flights, including regular routes between Trollhättan-Bromma and Trollhättan-Visby, on fuel with a mixture of Neste MY Renewable Aviation Fuel.