Alabama’s universities energize aerospace recruitment at Paris Air Show
PARIS — From deep-space exploration to next-gen aviation systems, Alabama is a national leader in the aerospace and defense sectors. But behind the rockets, aircraft and advanced weapons systems is a powerful network of research universities that provide the fuel for this innovation engine. Across the state, Alabama’s public universities are advancing game-changing research, training…
LIVE: Alabama team wraps Day 2 of the 2025 Paris Air Show with optimism
Updated at 6 PM Paris time. The Alabama team completed up Day 2 of the 2025 Paris Air Show after engaging in a heavy meeting schedule, with appointments and impromptu meetings numbering over 20, leaving the team encouraged and optimistic about the mission. “International aerospace companies continue to choose Alabama because we offer a business…
LIVE: Alabama team targets growth opportunities at Paris Air Show
Updated at 7 PM Paris time. PARIS — We’re ready to wrap up Day 1 at the 2025 Paris Air Show. After a full day of scheduled appointments and impromptu meetings at the 2025 Paris Air Show, Alabama’s team is encouraged that the talks advanced relationships with aerospace companies and could pay off with future growth…
Alabama team at Paris Air Show showcases aerospace advantages
Alabama has earned a reputation as a powerhouse in aerospace, aviation, and defense — and that reputation continues to grow. At the 2025 Paris Air Show, an Alabama team is showcasing not only the world-class companies operating in the state but also the deep-rooted assets that make it a prime destination for global investment in…
‘Made in Alabama’ presence strong at Paris Air Show with industry leaders
PARIS — At the world’s most prestigious aerospace event, two Alabama companies are taking center stage to showcase their expertise and expand their global reach. SEA Wire and Cable and Alabama Aerospace are representing the state at the “Made in Alabama” booth within the U.S. Pavilion at the 2025 Paris Air Show. Both firms bring advanced technical capabilities,…
Alabama’s aerospace growth story takes off at the 2025 Paris Air Show
Alabama’s aerospace and defense industry’s momentum continues to build with a raft of new investment projects, advancing operations across the state that develop leading products and innovative technologies for markets around the world. Over the past five years, new aerospace investment in Alabama topped $1.5 billion with growth projects from companies including Airbus, United Launch…
Firms launch $33 million project to build aviation facility at Pryor Field
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Alabama — Aleut Real Estate LLC (ARE) this week celebrated he official groundbreaking of a new state-of-the-art hangar facility at Pryor Field Regional Airport in Limestone County, an event marked the beginning of a $32.7 project in aviation infrastructure. The hangar, which will focus on Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations for commercial…
Alabama aims to expand global aerospace partnerships at 2025 Paris Air Show
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair is leading an Alabama delegation that includes economic development professionals, company officials and community leaders from around the state on a mission to next week’s 2025 Paris Air Show, the aerospace industry’s premier business exposition this year. The trade event, which attracts decision-makers from the world’s biggest aerospace, aviation and defense companies,…
Alabama defense firms seek growth opportunities on Poland trade mission
WARSAW, Poland — The Alabama Department of Commerce and its partners in Export Alabama have launched an international business development mission to Poland, helping state-based companies explore new opportunities in one of Europe’s fastest-growing economies. Representatives from six Alabama firms are engaging in high-level discussions and business-to-business meetings with Polish government officials, companies and industry…
SES LLC strengthens aviation presence in Huntsville with new hangar
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Science and Engineering Services LLC (SES LLC), an aviation partner to the U.S. government and more than 30 foreign military partners, marked the official opening of a new 111,000-square-foot facility at Huntsville International Airport as it expands its capabilities. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Huntsville, SES LLC is a recognized industry…
