An industry on the path to new horizons
The Aerospace sector consists of production and sales of Aerospace equipment, maintenance, repair, overhauling, Aerospace support, and auxiliary equipment. The global civilian Aerospace market is projected to reach US $430.9 billion in 2025 at a rate of 7.7% forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% to US $573.6 billion in 2030.
The global Aerospace industry will see rapid technological advances in sustainability that encourage investments in biofuels, electric flight technology, and energy-efficient integrations. Increasing government authorization of the commercial use of drones and satellite miniaturisation will see pico and nanosatellites launched at scale, with smart factories ensuring efficient production.
A formidable authority in global CleanTech
Canada has one of the world’s largest and most developed Aerospace industries, contributing over CA $27 billion in GDP impact to the national economy, and providing over 212,000 jobs. Renowned globally for its quality, value, performance, and reliability, the Canadian Aerospace sector is a leader in civil aviation, defense, and space programs. It was the only country to achieve top 5 rankings across all sub-segments of civil flight simulators, engines, and aircraft in 2022.
It is also a vital hub for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), playing a central role in global OEM supply chains. This prominence is because of Canada’s strategic location, advanced manufacturing capabilities, highly skilled workforce, and robust infrastructure that supports high-quality production and efficient logistics. Companies such as Airbus, Avcorp Industries, Bombardier, and Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited, are all proof of cutting-edge technological solutions coming out on time and at competitive cost from Canada.
Canada’s ‘research nation’ reputation precedes itself, attracting considerable investment and collaboration opportunities. Over the past 15 years, 59 global aerospace companies have announced 91 projects in Canada, many for R&D. And, the Canadian aerospace industry continues to maintain its #1 R&D ranking among all Canadian manufacturing industries.
The latest updates in Canada’s Aerospace industry include the establishment of MDA Space’s global headquarters and their Space Robotics Centre of Excellence in Brampton, Ontario. This new facility will also be home to the Canadarm3 and will include the world’s first commercial space robotics mission operations centre.
Telesat, a disruptive global broadband network, and the largest space program in Canada, is working with the Canadian government to develop their advanced Low Earth Orbit (LEO) global broadband satellite constellation. This project is expected to bridge the global digital divide, create thousands of high-quality jobs in Canada, and spur innovation and exports.
Additionally, as experts emphasize the need for sustainable aviation, the Canadian government, through the Strategic Innovation Fund, has announced a CA $350 million investment to support the Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT). This funding will support collaborative R&D projects across the Canadian supply chain, aiming to accelerate the green industrial transformation of the Aerospace industry.
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