On 12 October, AAIS welcomed a delegation of business management students from the University of St.Gallen, Switzerland, for an industry briefing and a series of company visits, offering them an opportunity to experience Singapore’s aviation and aerospace industry beyond the classroom.
Led by Dr Andreas Wittmer, Managing Director of the Center for Aviation and Space Competence (CFAC-HSG) at the University of St.Gallen, the delegation was interested in gaining a better understanding of how international companies establish and grow their businesses in Asia from Singapore. With a focus on tourism and aviation management, the students were particularly keen to explore Asian business models, market entry strategies, service concepts and the factors that contribute to business success in the region.
AAIS facilitated the programme, beginning with a visit to its offices in Seletar Aerospace Park and a briefing on Singapore’s aviation and aerospace landscape. The students learnt about the industry’s development, its economic significance to Singapore and the country’s role as a regional aerospace hub. The session also provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives on the industry and its place in the wider Asian business environment.
AAIS also connected the delegation with companies across different segments of the aerospace industry, giving the students a closer look at their capabilities and operations.
At Wah Son Engineering Pte Ltd, the students were introduced to the design and manufacture of specialised tools and jigs for aerospace applications. Executive Director, Hee Joo, warmly hosted the delegation for lunch at the facility, providing a further opportunity for informal conversations and exchange. The programme also included a visit to Acme Manufacturing, where they saw how robotics is applied in manufacturing.
The visits continued at Singapore Component Solutions, where the students learnt about the component maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business, before heading to Bombardier Aerospace Services Singapore to gain insights into business aviation and its associated MRO activities.
For AAIS, such engagements are an important part of building a connected aerospace community. By opening doors and facilitating meaningful interactions between international visitors and local industry players, we hope to foster lasting relationships and deepen understanding of Singapore’s capabilities and the opportunities that the region offers.
We thank Dr Wittmer and the students for spending the day with us, and our participating member companies for their generous hospitality and for taking the time to share their experience and expertise.
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