AeroCareer Pavilion @ Career & Training 2010: Education 2010
As the economy begins to pick up, the aerospace industry was hot in its heel to recruit and to train, as part of the Government’s initiative to promote productivity. The AAIS participated as an industry pavilion at the Career & Training 2010: Education 2010, the 4 days event was held at Suntec Convention Centre from 4 to 7 March 2010.
An Aerospace Vacancy Section was specially created within the AeroCareer Pavilion this year to offer current positions to both job seekers and school leavers, there are more than 180 aerospace positions that are available. This is part of AAIS’ initiative to promote the Singapore Aerospace Industry and to attract talents to enter our niche industry.
The AAIS would like to take this opportunity to thank all the organizations that had participated in the AeroCareer Pavilion 2010 as an exhibitor:
-Aerospec Supplies Pte Ltd
-Air Transport Training College
-Flight Focus Pte Ltd
-Jupiter Innovations Pte Ltd (www.AeroCareer.SG)
-Lufthansa Technical Training GmbH
-Republic of Singapore Air Force
-Temasek Polytechnic
Aerospace Industry Induction Programme (AIIP) 2010
The Aerospace Industry Induction Programme (AIIP) 2010 is a bi-annual event organised by the AAIS and Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) to introduce students to the Aerospace Industry. The Programme aims to highlight the interesting and rewarding aerospace education and career opportunities available in Singapore.
A total of about 600 students from 13 institutions participated in the AAIP that was held in conjunction with the Singapore Airshow 2010. The day's programme included talks and presentations by Goodrich Aerospace, Hawker Pacific, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, ST Aerospace, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, EDB, CAAS and the RSAF.
Singapore Pavilion @ Singapore Airshow 2010
The AAIS launched the Singapore Pavilion at the Singapore Airshow 2010 on 2 February 2010. This year, the number of participating companies at the Singapore Pavilion has increased, with a total of 29 companies being showcased this year -- up from 17 from the previous Singapore Airshow in 2008. The Singapore Pavilion was officially opened by Guest-of-Honour Mr Teo Chee Hean, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence.
The AAIS would like to thank IE Singapore, SPRING Singapore, CAAS as well as all participating companies for their support to the Pavilion.
AAIS Year-End Christmas Celebration
It's that time of the year again for the AAIS' year-end Christmas celebration with our members and working partners! The celebration was held over lunch at AZUR restaurant at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport on Wednesday, 16 December 2009.
Hosted by the AAIS Management Committee, this yearly event is held for our guests to be able to take some time off from work to celebrate with us. Attendees enjoyed the restaurant's wide variety of food and mouth-watering desserts, as well as networked with fellow industry associates and new accquaintances.
The AAIS would like to express our gratitude to the guests who attended the Year-End Christmas celebration.
Singapore Property Market Update Seminar
4 December 2009 @ Silversea
What better way to gain property knowledge than to do so over good food, while having an opportunity to catch up and interact with friends from the industry. Our members and partners were invited to attend the presentation on the Singapore Property Market while enjoying the cocktail reception.
Special thanks to Far East Organisation for making this seminar a fruitful one!
AAIS-EDB Aerospace Manpower Meeting – 25 November 2009
Together with EDB, the AAIS organised a closed-door industry roundtable meeting with representatives from 13 aerospace companies that was held at the AAIS on 25 November 2009.
Engaging discussions were carried out, with views and inputs collated from the representatives and CAAS on how the industry can improve technician training, thereby contributing to a stronger aerospace workforce base in Singapore .
Through the exchange discussions such as this, the AAIS and EDB are able to acquire a better understanding from via an industry viewpoint, so as to develop initiatives that can better cater to the industry's developmental needs .
The AAIS would like to thank all representatives from taking time off from their hectic work schedule to attend the industry roundtable meeting.
Baines Simmons Training Workshops – 24 & 25 November 2009
The AAIS would like to thank both Mr. Jon Ford and Mr. Stuart Hughes from Baines Simmons Australasia for the successful collaboration and implementation for the first run of Airworthiness Essentials for Procurement Personnel Workshop and Regulations Essentials for Logistics and Supply Chain Staff Workshop that was held during the two days spent at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport.
The training workshops were attended by more than 40 participants from 11 aerospace companies in diverse backgrounds that ranged from Logistics, Purchasing and Quality Assurance. The participants brought with them a wide range of experience and knowledge from their current roles in their organisations at the engaging sessions.
The session was well-received and feedback from participants was positive. The AAIS looks forward to future training opportunities in 2010, which Baines Simmons can bring for the local aerospace industry.
To find out more about training courses that can meet your company needs, email us at training@aais.org.sg.
The AAIS AeroResource Centre, in its continuing efforts to share new initiatives aimed at upgrading and improving technology adoption in the aerospace industry as well as supporting industries, organised its second TIA seminar for 2009 with its working partner, A*STAR SIMTech, on 19 October.
More than 20 participants from 15 companies attended the half day session with the AAIS sharing the latest upgrading incentives available under the Technology Improvement and Adoption Programme, or TIA. Aimed at helping companies improve their business capabilities and efficiency, the programme ties up with TIA Endorsed Providers that are technology consultants and vendors to assist companies in their technology improvement and adoption journey.
We would like to thank SIMTech for supporting this seminar, as well as the following companies for sharing their expertise at the seminar:
SIMTech
Delcam SEA
Ramco Systems
Optimax Management Services
Simpler Consulting
For more information on how you can benefit from the incentives under the TIA scheme, which helps offset consultancy costs as well as technology implementation costs, contact us at technology@aais.org.sg or click here.
d-Logistics Seminar 2009
The AAIS participated in the recently concluded d-Logisitics Seminar 2009 on 13 and 14 October held at the Republic Polytechnic. The Seminar was organised by DTC Conferences with a presentation of a paper titled "Key Entry Challenges for Civilian Logistics Operators Under Public Private Partnership in Defence Logistics Outsourcing in Asia" under the AAIS AeroConsulting Group, with presenter Mr Ratan Shrivastava, Director, Aerospace & Defence Practice of Frost & Sullivan.
Over 200 participants from both the local and oversea miltary representative as well as commercial service providers to the defense force were present during the 2-day conference. The event was attended by Guest-of-Honour, Dr Tan Kim Siew, Permanent Secretary, Defence Developement, Ministry of Defence.
The AAIS would like to thank the organisers as well as all the attendees at the event. We look forward to participate in more of such events in support of aerospace growth in both the commerical and defense sectors in Singapore.
A copy of the AAIS presentation can be downloaded here.
Evening Networking @ the Changi Museum – 28 August 2009
This was the first time the AAIS worked with the Singapore History Consultants in organising a corporate event. Invitations were sent to both our Member companies and associates to visit the Changi Museum, whch was accompanied by a buffet spread.
The visit to the Changi Museum was a good starting point for attendees to appreciate the history that surrounds Changi, and the heroic and inspirational stories that unfolded during World War II. Through detailed documentation and preservation by the Singapore History Consultants to provide significant events that took place during World War II, the Changi Museum serves as an important education institution and resource centre.
The AAIS would like to express our appreciation to the Singapore History Consultants for their assistance and to the guests that attended this special evening and we look forward to your continuous support.
BizSafe Seminar for the Aerospace Industry
Workplace Safety and Health Council, together with AAIS and our knowledge partners came together on the 20th of August to share on BizSAFE. We had the pleasure of having Mr R. Balakrishnan, 1st Vice President of AAIS, and Vice President of Operations Engineering at ST Aerospace, to share with the audience on their experience as a BizSAFE Partner. The 20 participants included potential sub contractors to the MRO companies who would benefit greatly by being a BizSAFE Enterprise and therefore will qualify as a subcontractor to these aerospace companies.
AAIS would like to express our thanks to Ms Azrina Abdul Azim from the WSH Council for taking the time to share their expertise with the Aerospace Industry and Knowledge partners, Mr Kam Hong Seng, Materials Manager from ST Aerospace, as well as Ms Wendy Lim from ESIS Asia Pacific Pte Ltd for their invaluable involvement in this event.
With more emphasis on safety and risk management, AAIS will be looking to facilitate more of such event in the near future so as to benefit more members of the aerospace and related industries.
AeroConnects Networking Evening – 29 July 2009
Harry’s Bar @ Millenia Walk
It has been a while since the AAIS conduct a leisure networking session for our members. Apart from having the opportunity to enjoy a few drinks to un-wind from a long day at work, the session makes possible for members to network with fellow industry associates as well.
In conjunction with the networking, the AAIS together with our ASX 2009 co-organiser IIR Exhibitions take the opportunity to present a post-show report on ASX 2009 and present a Certificate of Appreciation to ASX 2009 Exhibitors. Download the post-show report here.
Even though the Networking Evening starts its registration at 4.30pm, we see guests arrive in batches on time, possible to beat the peak hour traffic. The venue was packed to the brim before the presentation starts at 5pm. Guests were kept occupied with free flow of drinks and conversations with acquaintances.
The AAIS would like to express our appreciation to the guests that attended the AeroConnects Networking Evening, our co-organiser IIR Exhibition for their co-ordination and Hong Leong Finance for their support and presentation on financing options for SMEs.
AAIS Bowling Tournament 2009 – 27 June 2009
Orchid Bowl at E!hub @ Downtown East
The Annual AAIS Bowling Tournament was successfully held at E!hub @ Downtown East this year, amid all the frenzy of community spread by Influenza A.
A total of 43 teams from 22 organisations from the aerospace industry took part in this year's competition, which include an invitational team sent by the WDA.
As much as it is a competition between the teams, the AAIS’ main intention is to encourage employees who would like a leisure opportunity with fellow colleagues outside office hours and also to enjoy bonding time with their family members.
Apart from fierce competition between all 43 teams during the 2 sessions, we also witness team spirit. Towards the final lap of the competition, we see ST AERO 1 claiming the overall Championship with the total high score of 2289, with SAESL 1 claiming the 1st runner-up at 2182, and ST AERO 3 as the 2nd runner-up at 2158.
The Best Individual Female and Male trophies were a coveted title as well within the players. This year saw Ms. Metta Koh (ST AERO 1) achieving a personal total score of 598, and Mr. Wong Kok Choon (SAESL 1) achieving a personal total score of 685, whereby he was also the winner for the Highest Game Score Prize money at 247 in a single game.
While the adults are competing with each other, the AAIS has worked with eXplorerkids this year by enroling children from 3-12 years old to join in a 3hrs trip in the largest themed indoor playground in Singapore, whereby the children are exposed to more than 10 fun-play obstacles and educational elements. (the cost has been partially subsidized by AAIS)
AAIS would like to express our appreciation to all the sponsors, namely Pratt & Whitney Services P/L, Turbine Overhaul Services P/L and Windsor Airmotive Asia P/L for their generous contributions, and all the participating companies for their enthusiastic involvement in this annual event.
Technology Innovation and Adoption (TIA) Seminar 2009
For more information on how you can benefit from the incentives under the TIA scheme, which helps offset consultancy costs as well as technology implementation costs, contact us at technology@aais.org.sg.
On the 23th June 2009, AAIS AeroResource Centre successfully presented on the TIA during the Aerospace Roundtable which was jointly organised by Ramco and IBM. This second TIA seminar, held at the Laguna National Golf Country Club, was attended by senior management from various aerospace organisation.
The presentation provided insights on the funding initiatives provided by Spring Singapore which are available for technology upgrading in their company.
AS9100 Internal Auditor Training
The second AS9100 Internal Auditor Course was sucessfully conducted on the 2nd - 4th June 2009. This session saw a total of 9 participants from 8 different organisation going in depth on various aspect of AS9100 with the instructor, Mr Jeffrey Ho from Intertek System Certification. As the new AS9100 revision is due to kick in in the later half of the year, AAIS and Intertek will be organising further course of similar nature to update personnel of the industry and to aid companies to align themselves to the new requirements.
Nadcap Training Series 2009
Since the success of the 1st session on the 16th to 20th of Feb, the second series of NADCAP training, which is co-organised by AAIS, SPRING & PRI, was held on the 4th - 8th of May 2009 with the running of 3 courses. The courses are Root Cause Corrective Order, Introduction to Pyrometry and Heat Treatment Audit Preparation. The Training Series was held at the Novotel Clarke Quay Hotel and saw an overwhelming response of 50 participants in each course. They were once again being taught by Mr Martin Bridge from the UK.
AAIS would like to express thanks to the instructors, all the participants as well as our working partners for this training series, SPRING Singapore and PRI - eQuaLearn. Look out for more courses from the PRI upcoming in August 2009, and join us to find out more about how to embark on your journey towards process accreditation as well as continuous improvement.
Perspectives on Efficiency in Aerospace- MRO, Manufacturing, Precision Engineering
The Aerospace Industry had been going strong despite recent economic upheavals, with many taking this opportunity to implement needed changes to improve operations, to up efficiency. To support this, the Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore) together with Delcam S.E.A Pte Ltd has organised a half day seminar, focusing on the needs of the industry during this time.
The seminar was held on the 21st April 09 at the SIA Sports Club. The seminar gained an overwhelming response of more than 60 attendees, from the aerospace as well as supporting industries.
During the seminar, participants and speakers have come together to share their perspectives on the current situation in the industry as well as proposing ideas and opportunities to help prepare their organisations for the next upturn.
It was indeed a fruitful seminar, and we would like to take the opportunity to thank the speakers from Delcam S.E.A Pte Ltd, SIMTech, Messier Services Asia Pte Ltd and Makino Pte Ltd for their time.
Do look out for more of such events at our website, www.aais.org.sg.
Business Opportunities with the Canadian Aerospace Companies
On the 26th March 09, the AAIS, together with the High Commission of Canada has brought together government agencies and companies from Canada to share their expertise on the dynamics of conducting business in Canada. The event was held at Fullerton Hotel with more than 40 participants.
The AAIS would like to thank the participants as well as the following speakers for their presentations:
- High Commission of Canada: Roman Borowyk & Frank Quah
- Precision Technologies Pte Ltd: Benjamin Toh
- Export Development Canada: Rob Simmons
- Bell Helicopter: C.M. Hwang
- GuestLogix: John Devins
Do look out for more information on our website for upcoming Trade Mission to Canada.
Industry Dialogue with
EDB and JTC
With the aim of helping the aerospace industry to keep abreast of the latest initiatives that the government has in place for the Aerospace Industry, the AAIS organised an Industry Dialogue with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and the JTC Corporation (JTC) on 20 March 2009 at Mil-Com Aerospace Training Centre.
The AAIS has been organising annual Dialogue Sessions with relevant government agencies since 2006, where the AAIS, our member companies and the relevant government agencies come together to dialogue.
The EDB and JTC updated on the latest developments at the Seletar Aerospace Park and the initiatives that the government has put in place to assist and serve the needs of businesses in the aerospace industry during this current economic climate. About 40 participants attended the dialogue session and voiced their concerns and questions to the government agencies.
The AAIS would like to thank the EDB and JTC teams for their time and efforts in this dialogue session and Mil-Com Aerospace Group for supporting this dialogue with their training centre venue and co-ordination efforts.
Aerospace Sales in the 21st Century - A new Prespective on the Role of the Sales Professional
As news of the battered economy proliferates the media and consumer confidence stagnates to historic lows, nowhere does the impact hit closer to home than in the sales industry. That's why it is important to have an effective strategy in place to take action when the economy is trending down.
Raymond McConnell, co-founder and Managing Director of Sandler Training, Singapore, conducted a one hour seminar with a group of aerospace sales personnel on 19 March 2009. The group gained valuable knowledge and a new perspective on how sales is conducted in present day.
"It is critical that salespeople adopt a strong system that allows them to maintain selling discipline while involving the customer in the process. It is through this process that value is created," says Raymond. In addition, he offers important strategies to recession proof the sales sales efforts.
Sandler Training recognizes and capitalizes on the power of reinforcement. Understanding and implementing a complex set of human attitudes, behaviors and selling techniques is not a "quick fix" solution that can occur in a one-day seminar. These are sustained changes that produce lasting results through the use of participatory and recurring training and strategic business development programs.
The AAIS and Sandler Training, Singapore will be working closely to bring in the latest sales strategies for the aerospace industry. We would like to thank Mr McConnell, for making this event a successful one and we look forward to more events such as these.
AeroCareer Pavilion 2009
AAIS together with the support of SPRING Singapore and International Enterprise Singapore formed the AeroCareer Pavilion 2009, showcasing aerospace training and employment opportunities for professionals in the Aerospace Industry. This year, in light of the harsh economic environment, the Singapore Government assisted companies with its recruitment efforts by defraying the cost of the exhibition booth by up to 80%. This year is an especially challenging year where there is a shift in employment patterns. Jobs are lost and workers either have to upgrade to meet the demands of new skills to survive or risk being left behind. The CareerFair 2009 could not have come at a better time. In the midst of this all, there was a silver lining. The aerospace industry is still hiring and over 80 aerospace job vacancies were offered during the fair.
This 4 day event was held at Suntec Singapore, starting on the 5 March 09 till 8 March 09. The event was being graced by RADM (NS) Lui Tuck Yew, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Education & Ministry of Information, Communication and the Arts, and it had attracted more than 300,000 job seekers.
We would like to thank the organisations that had participated and supported us in the AeroCareer Pavilion:
- Air Transport Training College
- Lufthansa Technical Training
- Messier Services Asia Pte Ltd
- Temasek Polytechnic
Organisational Performance Behaviour Seminar
During these turbulent times, companies are looking for ways to reduce cost while trying to grow their businesses. AAIS, with support of SPRING Singapore has organised a free seminar on the 27 February 2009 at the Crowne Plaza Changi Airport. As many as 35 business professionals from aerospace and engineering companies attended the half-day event. Speakers from various institutions brought together essential and critical toolkits to help businesses focus on Profit, People and Product in order to drive productivity improvement, increase sales, cashflow and bottom line.
We would like to thank our speakers, Mr Tan Soon Liang, Head Business Advisory of BDO Raffles Advisory, Mr Sam Chia, GM of HRnet Performance Consulting, and Ms Koh Juat Muay, Regional CEO of Bang Public Relations for taking the time in sharing their profound knowledge and experience and in making this seminar a success.
Training & Development Seminar
The growth of the nation was recently revised downwards and the economy was projected to contract by 2% to 5% percent in 2009. In challenging times like these, effective human resource development practices and staff retention remains high on the agenda of most companies in the region.
On 23 Feb 2009, AAIS together with the HR industries and government agencies presented on various topics which includes Insights on the Aerospace Industry, Processes and Challenges Faced in Conducting Training Needs Analysis, Role of Training & Development in Employee Retention Strategies and sectorial WSQ frameworks on Aerospace, Precision Engineering and Generic Manufacturing. The talk drew a crowd of over 35 HR personnel from various sectors which includes aerospace, precision engineering and electronics.
AAIS would like to express a appreciation to the presenters from Ministry of Manpower, Singapore Workforce Development Agency, Integrated Learing Systems and HRnet Peformance Consulting, for making this event a success.
For more information on the latest programmes, please click here.
Nadcap Training Workshop Series 2009
The first of a series of training courses focused on Nadcap Accreditation has been successfully conducted from the 16th to 19th of Feb 2009. Two courses were conducted by experts, namely the Internal Auditor Course and Chemical Process Audit Preperatory Course, at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport with a total of 46 participants from the aerospace and and supporting industries. Mr Martin Bridge and Mr Nigel Cook, experts from Nadcap's parent, Performance Review Institute or PRI flew in from the UK and shared their valuable knowledge and experience in Nadcap auditing and training.
A Nadcap Information and Sharing session was also conducted on 20th of Feb to share with the industry about Nadcap updates as well as increase awareness of Nadcap programmes and supporting training courses. The participants were also informed on the available government incentives for companies seeking to obtain Nadcap accreditation.
AAIS would like to express our thanks to the instructors, all the participants as well as our working partners for this training series, SPRING Singapore and PRI - eQuaLearn and we look for the continuous support on this training course.
Look out for more courses from the PRI upcoming in May 2009, and join us to find out more about how to embark on your journey towards process accreditation as well as continuous improvement.
Technology Improvement & Adoption Seminar 09
On the 5th of February 2009, the AAIS AeroResource Centre, together with our working partners, A*STAR SIMTech and IFS Solutions, came together to share new initiatives aimed at upgrading and improving technology adoption in the aerospace industry as well as supporting precision engineering industries. A total of more then 40 personnel attended this half day session with AAIS staff sharing the latest upgrading incentives available under the Technology Improvement and Adoption Programme or TIA. Aimed at facilitating companies improving their business capabilities and efficiency, the programme also ties in together best in class consultants SIMTech, as well as technology vendors such as IFS. The session concluded successfully with companies expressing interest to sign up for the TIA scheme and undergo technology diagnostics followed by feasibility studies and implementation of new technologies.
The AAIS would also like to express our appreciation to all participants of the event as well as IFS Solutions and SIMTech who shared their expertise during the session.
For more information on how you can benefit from the incentives under the TIA scheme, which helps offset consultancy costs as well as technology implementation costs, contact us at technology@aais.org.sg
*AAIS Year-End Festivities – 19 December 2008*
O’Leary’s Sports Bar & Grill + a Ride on Singapore Flyer
Our Member companies, governmental partners and associates were exclusively invited to attend a buffet dinner and a complimentary ride on the Singapore Flyer. This gathering was specially hosted by AAIS Management Committee.
Apart from the usual eating, drinking and merrymaking for our year-end get-together, our guests are being entertained in the Singapore Flyer capsule this year. Taking in the lights of the season from atop the observation wheel that offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the Marina Bay, our island city and beyond.
During registration, guests were given a numbered chip for the mysterious gifts that they will receive after the buffet dinner. The gifts ranged from the top prizes such as Philip DVD Player and MP3 Player to good-humoured gifts such as Christmas socks and shower scrub.
AAIS would like to express our appreciation to the guests who attended this year-end gathering and we look forward to their continuous support to AAIS for the upcoming year. Cheers!
Aerospace Industry Update Seminar
"Taking Quality to New Heights"
AAIS and knowledge partner, Intertek System Certification welcomes a total of 55 participants from over 20 companies on the 3rd of Dec 2008 for the AS9100 Rev C update seminar held at SIA Group Sports Club.
The event was conducted successfully with much interaction between the speaker, Mr Paul Dionne, Intertek Global Aerospace Program Manager, who flown in specially for the event and the the audience who attended the seminar. Details on the upcoming AS 9100 revision was discuss and audience get to find out and understand on the difference that will be in place when the new revision is put in place. AAIS also shared with everyone on the upcoming Aerospace Supplier eXchange that will be held in Singapore next May.
AAIS would like to extend our thanks to all participants and Intertek System Certification for making the event successful and AAIS will be coming up with more initiatives and program in the coming future to serve the needs for the industry.
Aerospace Supplier eXchange & Singapore Aerospace Awards Media Conference
1st December 2008 marked to be a momentous day for the AAIS. A media conference was conducted to announce to the public on the AAIS’ initiated Aerospace Supplier eXchange (ASX) and Singapore Aerospace Awards (SAA). AAIS partners and members were invited to join in the occasion that was conducted at Nanyang Polytechnics.
The ASX is slated to be the regional aerospace supply show of choice, supported by the EDB, IE Singapore and SPRING Singapore. It will be the first ever exhibition and conference of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region. The ASX is targeted at providing Tier 3 & 4 suppliers a targeted avenue to showcase their products and services to procurement and sourcing professionals from OEMs and Tier 1 & 2 suppliers.
The SAA is set to honor key players and individuals in the aerospace industry for their professionalism, capabilities and innovations, profiling the industry as well as awarding the forerunners in the industry in the following 9 award categories:
-Aerospace Technology Adoption Leadership Award (MRO)
-Aerospace technology Adoption Leadership Award (Manufacturing)
-Aerospace Safety Leadership Award
-Aerospace Innovation Leadership Award
-Fastest Growing MRO Company Award
-Fastest Growing Aerospace Manufacturing Company Award
-Aerospace Best Employer Award
-Aerospace Industry Excellence Award
-Aerospace Supplier Excellence Award
AAI AAIS would like to express our appreciation to all the participants from the various sectors in the aerospace industry such as MROs, OEMs, precision engineering, consulting, certification bodies, various government agencies and the media that attended on 1st December 2008 and making it a success. We would also like to thank Nanyang Polytechnics for providing us the venue and a tour of the School of Engineering Facilities.
Please click here to view the News Article from The Business Times.
Aerospace Industry Manpower Dialogue
On the 25th November 08, AAIS together with MOM hosted an Aerospace Industry Manpower Dialogue in AAIS. The dialogue session aims to update government bodies on the manpower trends and challenges faced by the industry. More than 7 HR practitioners from the industry participated in the session.
Issues such as pre-employment training, continuing education & training, unattractive commencing wages, mismatched expectations were being discussed.
Feedbacks and opinions on how the government can assist the Industry were also exchanged. Apart from that, the HR practitioners were being updated on the latest government initiatives.
Dialogue with CAAS
To keep the industry updated on the latest CAAS development, the AAIS organised the annual dialogue with the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) on 3 Nov 2008 at Singapore Aviation Academy (SAA).
Senior Airworthiness Manager, Wong Chew Wah from CAAS gave the participants some latest updates on CAAS issues. A panel consisting of H (CA) Kang Huei Wang, DYH (CA) Edward Yeo, H (PEL) Sebastian Wong and DD (A/FO) Alan Foo addressed some of the issues that were gathered by AAIS from the industry as well as issues brought up by participants. More than 30 participants from 17 companies took the opportunity to discuss and clarify issues with the CAAS.
We would especially like to thank the CAAS and SAA for supporting the success of this dialogue.
bizSAFE and Security Management Seminar 2008
Workplace Safetly and Health Council, together with AAIS and our knowledge partners came together on the 29th of Oct to provide over 30 participants information on the latest safety regulation such as bizSAFE and updates on the New Regulated factory Act.
AAIS would like to express our thanks to the WSH Council for taking their time to share their expertise with the Aerospace Industry and Knowledge partners, Concord Associates, Certification International, Jaz Alliance Consultancy and Prudential for their involvement in this event.
With more emphasis on safety and security management, AAIS will be looking to facilitate more of such event in the near future so as to benefit more members of the aerospace and related industries.
NADCAP Seminar
10th Oct 2008 marked the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Performance Review Institute (PRI), the leading Nadcap accreditation body from United States, SPRING Singapore and the AAIS at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport. The event was followed by a full day seminar with an overwhelming attendance of over 120 industry participants. The morning introductory session was presented by Mr Ashad Hafeez, Executive Director, Global Business Operations & Corporate Strategies of the PRI. The participants were then broken up into 4 main workshops with focus areas on Heat Treatment, Non-Destructive Testing, Non-Conventional Machining and Surface Machining, Chemical Processing, Material Testing and Coating presented by 4 subject-matter experts from the PRI.
The signing of the MOU will be followed up with collaborations with PRI in the areas of promoting educational programs to benefit the aerospace industry, enhance the awareness of the requirements of AS9100 and Nadcap Audits for the sucess of the suppliers, encouraging technical specialists to become Nadcap auditors, promoting the Nadcap model in other related industries and collaborations in events and conferences.
AAIS would like to express our appreciation to all the participants that attended this session including that from the various industries such as MROs, OEMs, precision engineering, consulting, certification bodies, various government agencies and the media for celebrating this new chapter in the Aerospace industry in Singapore. We would also like to thank SPRING Singapore for co-organising this event with us, and look forward to more such collaborative industry-enhancing seminars and initiatives in future.
AAIS - SIMTech Challenges and Opportunities in the Aerospace Industry
25th Sep 2008 saw AAIS and A*STAR - SERC presenting the 'Challenges and Opportunities in the Aerospace Industry" seminar at SIMTech Tower Block Auditorium. The event was attended by over 100 industry companies representative and members and partners of SIMTech and AAIS. The event was of greater significant with distinguish guest flown for the event including rep from Boeing, EADS, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, SIA, Sonatest, IDI Laser Services and ACP Metal finishing presenting on the future challenges and opportunities to all participants of the event.
AAIS president, Mr Charles Chong presented the opening speech on behalf of AAIS stating the importance of enhancing companies capabilities in this competitive era of aerospace industries via initiative such as Aerospace Certification and Nadcap. ACP Metal Finishing, an AAIS member, share their experience on Aerospace certification and Nadcap to showcase how it impact their daily operations and business in the aerospace industry locally and oversea.
The day was filled with activities from speeches to round table discussion to gather industry opinion on methods to improve and enhance the capabilities to support the ever-growing needs in the aerospace sector.
AAIS thanks all friends and partners present for this event and hope participants will find the knowledge and experience gain through this session useful and beneficial.
AAIS-OPEL Test Drive Event
22 August 2008 @ OPEL Showroom
What's a better way to interact with friends in the industry, with cars and food. Crusing down the street with any car of your choice, that's what our member companies did after work on the evening of 22 August.
Special thanks to Auto Eurokars for co-organising this test drive event!
Aero101 Industry Induction Programme
AAIS has successfully organised and delivered the inaugural Aero101 Induction Programme. Held on 15th of August, the programme was conducted at the AAIS' newly established training room at the AeroResource Centre with 15 participants. The participants were from different industries and backgrounds, coming from consultancies, precision engineeringfirms as well as government agencies.
The Aero101 was developed as an introductory programme designed to educate participants on the aerospace industry dynamics as well as scope. Target audiences range from business people looking to enter or expand into the aerospace industry, to job-seekers looking to understand an industry they could potentially find employment in, to service providers looking to understand the industry in which their potential clients are a part of.
Developed and delivered internally by the AAIS to complement our efforts at industry capabilities development, the inaugural Aero101 was received with good reviews from participants across the board. The programme covered the basics of the global aerospace industry, general industry segmentation, and also drilled down further into Singapore's status as the premier Asia-Pacific aviation hub. Further topics covered included the potential of the Singapore aerospace industry, future growth areas, as well as projected requirements of the industry in terms of services and skills capabilities. Improvements will be made and updates included regularly to ensure the course content remains current and relevant.
The Aero101 Industry Induction Programme will be conducted every month, or as according to demand. For more details, contact Nurul/ Sharon at training@aais.org.sg. Details of the programme can also be found at www.aais.org.sg/training_aais.
Aerospace Certification- A Breakfast Information Session 2008
On the 22nd of July 2008, the AAIS jointly hosted a breakfast information session together with SP Consulting (International) Pte Ltd and Det Norske Veritas (DNV) on the topic of Aerospace Certification. The industry turn-out was strong, with a total of 68 participants from 34 companies attending the event.
Participants ranged from MNCs to aerospace supporting SMEs, and they listened to presentation by expert speakers from DNV, SP Consulting, SPRING Singapore and the AAIS. The speakers covered the various aspects of Aerospace Certification, as well as how AAIS, DNV and SP Consulting could assist companies on this journey, supported by government grants.
After the information session, the industry networked over a lavish breakfast. Many responded to the call for AS certification by engaging with AAIS and our collaborating partners after the end of the session to find out more on the benefits snd process of AS certification.
Response slips that were collected at the end of the session showed that over 70% of the companies who participated in the session were seriously considering Aerospace Certification, and wanted follow-up meetings with the AAIS, DNV and SP Consulting.
Follow up to these companies have been carried out from the very same day of the event and have already yielded results, with at least 3 companies commencing on the application process towards this quality management journey.
For more information on Aerospace Certification, please contact Vinnce at vinnce@aais.org.sg or call 6787 5227.
AAIS Bowling Tournament 2008
June 21st 2008 saw the 4th annual AAIS bowling tournament competed by 48 teams from various aerospace companies including 2 invitational teams from British High Commission Singapore and the WDA.
After a tough fight for the championship, the victorious team champion turned out to be ST Aerospace team 4 with Hamilton Sunstrand and SIAEC coming up 1st and 2nd runner up respectively.
The individual men's and women's high score was also a tough fight with Leong Mun Kit (Honeywell) and Woo Su Lin (ST Aero) winning the prestigeous award.
Leong Mun Kit also came up with the highest score of in a single game with a score of 233, scoping up prize money for the Highest Game Challenge.
The kids, meanwhile, were entertained by a clown who created numerous characters non-stop from sculptured balloons.
AAIS would like to thank all the sponsors for their generous sponsorship and the participating companies for supporting this annual event.
AAIS Aerospace HR Forum 2008 10th June 08, Seletar Country Club
AAIS brings to our membership an annual event for Human Resources Practitioners called the Aerospace HR Forum. This event will be held annually to update all HR Practitioners and partners on the latest happenings in the HR environment as well as updates on changing government policies.
The Aerospace HR Forum 2008, which took place at Seletar Country Club on 10 June, received an encouraging response of more than 50 attendees and the media.
The Forum was being graced by Mr Goh Eng Ghee, Deputy Chief Executive of Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA).
During the Aerospace HR Forum 2008, the www.AeroCareer.SG was officially launched by the Guest of Honour, Mr Goh Eng Ghee. The forum also witnessed the first ever graduation ceremony of the first batch of the WSQ graduands.
Various keynote speakers such as WDA, Ministry Of Manpower, Singapore Economic Board Development, Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore Human Resources Institute and more were present to share with the participants on the latest HR updates.
The Association would like to thank the keynote speakers from the various organisations for their supportive contribution in making the AAIS Aerospace HR Forum 2008 a great success!
RSAF- AAIS Job Fairs 2008
This year's job fair was held at Tengah Airbase and Sembawang Airbase on 2nd and 23rd of May respectively. For the first time, the AeroResouce Centre, AAIS, had a booth at both job fairs, distributing the AeroCareer Guide 2008/09 to the servicemen and promoting the soon to be launched Aerospace job portal.
Over 200 RSAF servicemen who were keen to find out more about tranisiting into the commercial aerospace industry were present. Many thanks to the 6 to 8 member companies who joined us this year for the job fairs.
Clear Eyes Clear Skies- Vision @ Work 30th April 2008, NOOCC (Eye Care Center)
The Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore), AAIS, in collaboration with Vision Care Movement (VCM), both non-profit organizations, hosted an educational forum cum panel discussion in conjunction with the National Workplace Safety & Health Month.
Mr Hawazi Daipi, Senior Parlimentary Secretary of Ministry of Manpower and Health is the Guest of Honour. Mr Baey Yam Keng, Special Advisor for the Vision Care Hub, MP for Tanjong Pagar GRC was present as Special Guest. At the event, Mr Hawazi officiated the opening of the MOM interactive and learning hub and followed by the tour of Vision Care Hub. He was accompanied by key members of the Aerospace Cluster and guests.
“This event demonstrates our collective resolve and undivided commitment for better safety and health at workplace, with a special focus on visual wellness. Improper lighting factors could contribute to lower productivity especially for precision work,” said Mr. R Balakrishnan, AAIS’ 1st Vice President who is also the Chairman of the Aerospace Industry-Health & Safety Committee. In addition, the forum keynote speaker, Mr. K. Seshadri (Chairman of Singapore Lighting Standards) provided participants with new insight into lighting for work, health and safety after the tour.
The event was a successful one and ended with a hearty reception. We would also like to express our gratitude to the Vision Care Movement and participants.
* AAIS & DESC Aerospace Night * 25th April 2008, Harry's @ Changi Business Park
The AAIS & DESC Aerospace Nite 2008 was a great time for logistics, inventories and supply chain professionals to get together for a relaxing night of drinks on a Friday night to catch up with fellow friends in the aerospace industry.
During the event, Mr Mohamed Haris, Senior Consultant for Aerospace & Defense Practice of Frost & Sullivan, gave a briefing on how the AAIS Value Chain Study will be conducted. Followed by Mr Brent Seah, Director (Ops), DHL Excel Supply Chain Singapore Pte Ltd, who briefed on the DESC's new Aerospace Hub.
AAIS would like to thank DESC for co-organising and sponsoring this event.
Executive Briefing 14th March 2008, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel
AAIS organised its inaugural Executive Briefing on 14 March 2008, which received an encouraging response with over 60 attendees gathering at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel for the one and a half hour briefing.
To provide an update on the industry, our knowledge partner, Frost & Sullivan, spoke about the Growth of Excellence in Aerospace & Defence. This was followed by four distinguished speakers who presented on the theme ‘Aviation Growth of the Asia Pacific Region: How it Affects Your Business Strategies.’
Moderated by Mr. Chris de Lavigne, Global Director of Consulting, Frost & Sullivan, the speakers further shared their views during a panel discussion.
The Association would like to thank the speakers from EMBRAER Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, Malaysian Institute of Aviation Technology, Rohde & Schwarz Malaysia Sdn. Bhd and L-3 Security & Detection Systems for their supportive contribution in making the Executive Briefing a success.
-AeroCareer Pavilion- 28th February- 2nd March 2008, Suntec Singapore
AAIS presented the AeroCareer Pavilion at the Career 2008, for the second year after the notable response last year. Held from 28th February to 2nd March 2008 at Suntec Singapore, the AeroCareer Pavilion, consisting of Airfoil Technologies International-Singapore Pte Ltd, Goodrich Aerostructures Service Center-Asia Pte Ltd, International Engine Component Overhaul Pte Ltd, Lufthansa Technical Training, Messier Services Asia Pte Ltd and Singapore Aero Engine Services Pte Ltd, attracted aspiring entrants and experienced personnel alike. Employing organizations and training institutions were eagerly hunting for talents and actively promoting their aerospace courses respectively.
AAIS launched the AeroCareer Guide 2008/09 during the Career 2008. The Guide consists of comprehensive information about the aerospace industry for the interested jobseeker and it aims to help jobseekers who wanted to establish their realms of career within this industry to be able to make more informed decisions.
In addition, an Aerospace Job Portal, www.aerocareer.sg, was introduced to the jobseekers. The portal, which was initiated by AAIS and powered by Jupiter Innovations Pte Ltd, was introduced to jobseekers who were interested in establishing their careers in the Aerospace Industry. With the aim of being a one-stop aerospace career resource center for the industry, it is a platform for graduates and the current workforce in the industry to look for career opportunities within the aerospace industry. During the exhibition period alone, there was an overwhelming response from the public who uploaded their resumes. Recruitment was facilitated through the job portal and employing organizations fulfilled their vacancies with desirable candidates.
AAIS would like to specially thank the participating companies for presenting the awesome AeroCareer Pavilion.
The Aerospace Industry Induction Programme (AIIP) 23rd February 2008, Ngee Ann Polytechnic
With the objective of raising awareness and branding the aerospace industry as the career choice for students, AAIS, together with the EDB and Ngee Ann Polytechnic, organized the Aerospace Industry Induction Programme (AIIP) to coincide with the Singapore Airshow. This programme was targeted to assist them in making positive and informed decisions regarding career pathways and educational goals in this unique industry. It was an excellent opportunity for the 1,000 students from the local institutions such as the universities, the polytechnics, the junior colleges, the secondary schools and the ITEs to hear and see from the industry experts what to expect from the Aerospace Industry.
To give an insight on career and training pathways focused on the industry, various experts from the commercial and military sectors spoke during the seminar at Ngee Ann Polytechnic.
The AIIP programme list:
Opening Address
Mr Charles Chong, President, AAIS
The Aerospace Industry – Behind the Comfort and Safety of Modern Air Travel
Mr Lim Yeow Khee, Asst. Hon. Secretary, AAIS and Chairman of Advisory Council, SIAE
A Career in the Singapore Aerospace Industry
Mr Brett Benton, NORDAM and Asst. Hon. Treasurer, AAIS
Careers in the Republic of Singapore Air Force
Capt. Desmond Tham, RSAF
Video by the Republic of Singapore Air Force
Ready for Take-off? – An Overview of Aerospace Education in Singapore
Mr Woon Kok Meng, Director, ME Div-School of Engineering, Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Q & A
Following the sessions, students were bussed to the Singapore Airshow. With the visit to the Airshow, AAIS hopes to further captivate the students’ interest in the Aerospace Industry and establish their careers within the industry.
AAIS would like to thank the companies that sponsored the many corporate giveaways for this induction programme.
~SINGAPORE AirShow~ 19th-24th February 2008, New Changi Exhibition Centre
Singapore Airshow, touted to be one of the top three air shows in the world,was held on 19th -24th February 2008 at the new Changi Exhibition Centre. It serves as a global marketplace and networking platform for the military and civil aviation community.
AAIS, the leading industry association of the Singapore Aerospace Industry, presented the Singapore Pavilion at the Airshow together with several participating local Aerospace companies. During the exhibition, AAIS released the latest issue of the Singapore Aviation Industry Directory 2008 and the inaugural issue of the Aerospace Singapore magazine. The Association aims to provide trade visitors first-hand information about Singapore's Aviation / Aerospace Industries through these publications.
AAIS Golf Tournament
18th February 2008, Seletar Country Club
AAIS understands that friendship and linkages do establish during sports events. This year, the association has organized the AAIS Golf Tournament on the eve of the Singapore Airshow. The tournament, held at Seletar Country Club, was just adjacent to the new Seletar Aerospace Park, which brought significance to the event for aerospace professionals.
On February 18, the tournament commenced with a shot-gun tee-off at 7.45 am with 34 foursome flights set to pit their golfing skills on the challenging 6,962- yard Christ Pitman designed course.
In addition, AAIS was honoured to host lunch for the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Mr Chris Sanders and its Trade Counsellor, Mr. Pim Kraan, besides playing host to another 50 delegates from the UK and Wales, who were in Singapore for the Singapore Airshow. There was an atmosphere of warmth as friends from both countries met up once again, not to mention the golfers from around the world who got to catch up with their aerospace golfing associates.
Launch of Aerospace Singapore
This day was also significant for AAIS as the inaugural issue of the ‘Aerospace Singapore’ magazine was launched during lunch by AAIS President, Mr Charles Chong. Guests at the lunch were pleasantly surprised when they received a copy of the magazine and many eagerly browsed through it immediately, putting lunch aside for a while!
AAIS would like to express our appreciation to the sponsors and participants in making this event possible. The sponsors are AAR International, Inc, which sponsored Drink Carts; International Aero Engines, which sponsored Breakfast; Aviall Pte Ltd, Pratt & Whitney Group, NORDAM Singapore Pte Ltd and Parker Aerospace, which sponsored signboards.
AeroConnects Series
~ AAIS Year-End Festivities ~ 10th December 2007, 7 pm, RIO Brazilian Restaurant
As another year drew to a close and the festive mood built up, AAIS organised a get-together for all member companies with brazilian churrascaria - meat roasts straight from the grill!
Sponsored by the 5th AAIS Management Committee, they took this opportunity to meet and got to know more about the members of AAIS.
The Year-End Gathering was well-attended by more than 70 AAIS members, our governmental partners and associates. The highlight of the evening was a lucky draw with a top prize of JetQuay's corporate membership worth up to $5000!
We would like to thank all members and partners for their continuous support to AAIS in 2007 and also to JetQuay for generously sponsoring the lucky draw prize. Cheers!
AeroOutreach: Dialogue with CAAS 22 Nov 2007 at JetQuay
As an on-going effort to engage the industry with the authority, AAIS organised a dialogue with the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore at JetQuay (CIP Terminal) on 22 Nov 2007. COL (Ret) Looi Han Seng, Director (Airworthiness / Flight Operations) from CAAS, gave everyone some latest updates on CAAS issues and courses. He also addressed some of the issues that were gathered by AAIS. Over 60 industry players also took the opportunity to discuss and clarify issues with the CAAS during the networking thereafter. The tour of JetQuay extended by the professional JetQuay staff also impressed many participants.
We would especially like to thank CAAS and JetQuay for supporting the success of this dialogue.
AeroOutreach Seminar - HR update
12 October 2007 at AIA Tampines
This HR dialogue was based on the recent changes to Foreign Workers management and it aims to keep HR practitioners and Operations practitioners updated with new initiatives. About 45 HR practitioners from 20 aerospace companies attended the 2 hour session that rounded off with a Buffet Lunch reception.
Insurance Programme For Aerospace Industries by AIA In view of the recent change to foreign workers' policy on medical insurance requirement by the Ministry of Manpower, the AAIS negotiated a deal with AIA to offer the industry an attractive package for this said insurance. There are certain requirements that are set out by the Ministry and terms of references to take note.
R-Pass Assessment by WDA The Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA) had also successfully conducted a pilot assessment for qualification of Foreign AeroWorkers. This WSQ-based R-pass assessment for foreign workers, which would be an alternative assessment-only-pathway will qualify workers from the R2 to R1-pass status. This is currently done via the Skills Assessment Test (SAT) conducted by ITE.
The WSQ-based assessment tests are designed to allow candidates to be assessed on different skills collectively in a single sitting. Upon passing the assessment, workers would be issued nationally recognised Statements of Attainment for each of the skills assessed as competent. These would be a recognised skills evaluation mode for R-pass assessment by MOM. The assessment is tentatively scheduled to be piloted in October 2007 and would be available to both local and foreign workers.
In this HR dialogue, AAIS invited the WDA to share further details of the assessment, its implications and how companies can register workers for the assessment.
DOING BUSINESS SUCCESSFULLY WITH AUSTRALIA
We had teamed up with the Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) to bring to you an informative briefing about the dynamics of conducting business in Australia. Whether you are into engineering/technical training, quality assurance, safety, component manufacturing or design & development. Participants foung out more from Austrade and the Australian Aerospace Industry Forum.
The briefing was held on 13 Sep 2007, before the AAIS Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Seletar Country Club, Theatrette.
Programme DateThurs 13 September 2007 Venue Seletar Country Club - 101 Seletar Club Road, Singapore 798273 Time 2:00 - 2.30 pmRegistrations 2.30 - 3.10 pmSeminar 3.10 - 3.30 pm Q & A Session 3.30 pm Networking reception prior to Annual General Meeting
13 Sept: 5th AAIS Annual General Meeting
5th AAIS Annual General Meeting
Thursday, 13 September 2007 at 1600 hrs
Venue: Theatrette, Seletar Country Club
We would like to thank all members who attended the AGM, the tour of Seletar Aerospace Park and the dinner thereafter. We would also like to especially thank our sponsors Ascendas Real Estate Investment Trust and R.H.E. Asia Pacific Pte Ltd and JTC Corporation for conducting the tour of Seletar Aerospace Park. Cheers!
8 - 9 Sept: AAIS-SPH Career Fair
Career Discovery 2007
A Career Fair by The Straits Times Recruit
8th to 9th September Suntec Singapore, Hall 401
Don't miss the golden opportuntity to use this career fair as the ideal platform for you to recruit the much-needed talents to drive your business goals!Drop us an e-mail at admin@aais.org.sg and enjoy additional discounts!
CAAS Aviation Safety Forum 2007
Organised by CAAS
Supported by AAIS and SIA
Date: 31 August 2007
Time: 8.15am to 5pm
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic Convention Centre Auditorium.
The theme is "Safety Management System (SMS) Implementation Review". This year’s theme builds on the previous Aviation Safety Forums in 2005 and 2006, which focused on “MRO SMS” and “Hazard & Risk Management - Implementing an ISMS” respectively. Mr Lim Kim Choon, CAAS Director General/Chief Executive Officer, will be giving the opening address.
From 1st January 2009, it will be mandatory for all AOC holders and SAR-145 Organisations to have in place a functioning SMS.
A special Keynote presentation for CEOs titled “Senior Management Accountability for SMS” by Professor Patrick Hudson. Dr Robert Lee will be presenting on ‘Integrating Aviation SMS with Quality Management System/ Human Factors/ Occupational Safety Health & Environment”. The Federal Aviation Administration will also be presenting their SMS Program for MROs. The Air Force Inspectorate of the Republic of Singapore Air Force will also be sharing their SMS experience.
Target Audience: AOC Holders and Approved Maintenance Organisations
AeroOutreach Seminar with Ministry of Manpower (MOM)
Aero HR Professionals gathered for an afternoon at the Air Transport Training College on 3rd August to find out more about employment management of foreign workers and how recent policy changes have impacted on their business and manpower issues.
Mr Then Yee Thoong, Director of the Work Pass Division, MOM was present to answer queries that HR Professionals had following the seminar.
Program Highlights:
Labour Market Overview and Outlook
Recent Foreign Worker Policy Changes( EP/S pass and R pass Changes)
Work Pass Operational Updates
Enhancements to Work Permit Online (WPOL) and Employment Pass Online (EPOL)
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act (EFMA)
Medical Insurance (MI)
AAIS Competitive Study Follow-up Dialogue and
AAIS-IFS Networking Night
On 15 May, AAIS issued the Aerospace Industry Competitiveness Study 2007. All members of AAIS had been informed that they could receive their exclusive study and a presentation was also held on the very day of the release.A followup dialogue was planned for AAIS members to critic and dialogue on how the Aerospace Industry can use the information from the study to strategise our future plans for the industry.
Opened exclusively to AAIS members only, it took place on 31 July 2007 at the Union Square Wine Bar and Pub at the Amara. Over 40 particpants from Management and HR backgrounds came together to share.
After a gruelling afternoon of discussion, the participants were treated to an evening with dinner with a 'live' band and free flow of drinks graciously sponsered by IFS Solutions Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. Non-members were invited for this networking night too. Registration was free!
AAIS would like to specially thank IFS Solutions Asia Pacific Pte Ltd for their efforts and contributions towards making this event possible!
Doing Good Well!
In collaboration with the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre or NVPC, AAIS organised a "Doing Good Well!" Awareness Presentation to the aerospace industry. The NVPC is a 1st-stop resource and referral centre that can help organisations start their own employee volunteerism programmes, and assist organisations with established programmes to bring more benefits to the community.
In recent years, corporate citizenship and the growing awareness of social concerns and needs has led to the steep growth of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts around the world. Increasingly, many companies weave CSR into their corporate mission and branding as they invest considerable resources to help the community. This holistic approach to business and social responsibilities bring benefits to all parties involved – the company, the employees and the community that they are helping.
Employee volunteering is a vital part of CSR, as employees’ time and skills are important resources which can be used to help the community. A corporate volunteering activity can help to promote bonding and team work among your staff. It provides an opportunity for employees to contribute to the community at large, giving them a greater sense of fulfillment and boosting morale at work.
The Doing Good Well! Awareness Presentation
date: thu, 19 July 2007
time: 3.45pm
venue: NVPC (7 Maxwell Road #05-01 Annex B MND Complex Singapore 069111)
Program
- Introduction to NVPC and Employee Volunteering
- Sharing by Non-profit organisations from the Disabled, Elderly and Environment Sectors
~ Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped
~ Christalite Methodist Home
~ Singapore Environment Council
- Sharing of Best Practices & Many ways to volunteer!
- Q & A
The afternoon attracted HR practitionals who have or are considering Employee Volunteering. They certainly have a better understanding of how to benefit non-profit organisations better after the afternoon. These include the understanding that Old Folks Home do not need more rice but need more diapers and beds instead!
We would like to thank NVPC for opening up their venue for the talk and assisting our HR practitioners find a better starting point for their Employee Volunteering efforts. Special thanks to the Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped, Christalite Methodist Home and Singapore Environment Council for sharing their needs and how best to match Employee Volunteering efforts.
AeroOutreach with Jurong Town Corporation (JTC)
JTC shared with stakeholders the masterplan for Seletar Aerospace Park (SAP) on 26 June. The AeroOutreach with JTC is an annual affair whereby, members of AAIS will have an opportunity to raise any issues with JTC that they feel have impacted or facilitated their business.
Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2007
Time: 4:30pm
Venue: The theatrette at iHub
Ground level
9 Jurong Town Hall Road
(former JTC office on the hilltop opposite JTC Summit)
AAIS Bowling Tournament 2007
This year's tournament was back at Orchid Bowl ( Orchid Country Club) on 23 June and the first session rolled off at approximately 9am. 50 teams from about 25 organisations took part.
Being the weekend and school holidays, both kids and adults alike were entertained by a balloon artist, who twisted simple balloons into fun animals and objects! It was defintely a hit as people kept coming back for more!
Everyone had an opportunity to win the various spot prizes throughout the game and lucky draw session at the end, with the chance to walk away with attractive NTUC vouchers!
Congratulations to the Winners!
Team Champion : ST Aerospace Ltd ( ST AERO 1)
1st Runner Up: Thales Aerospace Asia Pte Ltd ( THALES A)
2nd Runner Up: Honeywell (Singapore) Pte Ltd (HORNET)
Best Individual Female Bowler: Woo Su Lin ( ST Aerospace Ltd)
Best Individual Male Bowler: Abdul Razak ( Dunlop Aerospace (SEA) Pte Ltd)
We'd like to thank the sponsors for their generous contributions in making this event a success!
Dunlop Aerospace (SEA) Pte Ltd
Eagle Services Asia Pte Ltd
Goodrich Aerostructures Service- Center Asia Pte Ltd
Messier Services Asia Pte Ltd
Pratt & Whitney Canada (SEA) Pte Ltd
ST Aerospace Ltd
Turbine Overhaul Services Pte Ltd
WDA HR Forum
Do you know how the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) system and the Employability Skills System (ESS) can help to recognize, certify and upgrade workers' skills? Human Resource Practitioners of aerospace companies were invited for an informative session with WDA to understand how WSQ & ESS can help to identify, develop and recruit the right skills set to meet their organisation's needs and how the ADVANTAGE! scheme can help in retention and re-employment of mature workers.
Date: Wed, 30 May 2007
Time: 2 pm
Venue: Laguna National Golf and Country Club
Safety Talks - in conjunction with the NWSH Campaign 2007
A series of talks was delivered at the Air Transport Training College (ATTC) on 18 May 2007 to a captivated audience who learned about how bizSAFE, a new program by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), can recognize organisations' safety efforts through different levels. That was followed by an understanding of a little-known allowance given by MOM - Accelerated Depreciation Allowance for Chemical Hazard / Noise Control - that can help to defray some costs organisations have incurred on measures to reduce chemical and noise hazard. Absolute Kinetics Consultancy also took the opportunity to share with Safety Managers and Officers present about Risk Management essentials. The day ended with some case studies of past air accidents that were due to human errors, presented by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau of Singapore, Ministry of Transport (MOT).
Special thanks to MOM, MOT and Absolute Kinetics Consultancy for delivering an afternoon of informative talks and ATTC for sponsoring the auditorium.
In the last few years, the aerospace industry had entered into a new paradigm. Business cycles are becoming shorter and more cyclical, customers' needs are rapidly changing, due to the emergence of low-cost carriers, and workforce skills set requirements have also escalated. Developments in some MRO facilities at lower cost locations had fanned competitions. Hence, this conference will give you a good overview of the Global Aerospace Industry beyond 2007.
In 2005, AAIS had released our 1st Singapore Competitiveness Study for MRO Industry. The AAIS Management Committee, together with the Singapore Workforce Development Agency and the Economic Development Board, had re-commission Aerostrategy Management Consulting, UK, to update the study done in 2004. The updated report will be presented in this conference as well.
Both presentation will be delivered by Aerostrategy's Principal, Mr David Stewart. He will be on hand to answer any queries you have.
AeroBusiness Mission to UK (22nd - 27th April)
Background
In July 2006, AAIS lead a mission to the United Kingdom which saw at least S$700,000 worth of sales under negotiation and a further projection of S$1.2 million within the next 12 months from August 2006. A memorandum of Understanding between Kingston University, UK and Air Transport Training College, Singapore was also sealed in September 2006, as a result of the Business Mission. Other significant deals, as result of the mission with Welsh Aerospace Companies, worth mentioning were: Cottam & Brookes won an order from ST Aerospace and Spectrum has taken on ST Aerospace as their distributor.
Aim of the Mission
In April 2007, we once again harnessed the relationship that was built with the Aerospace Industries in the UK and to provide you with another opportunity to transaction and develop your business with the Welsh Aerospace Industry.
2007 Mission Team members
This year's mission team comprised of 9 companies and had a total of 14 people, including officials from British High Commision Singapore, International Business Wales Singapore,and representatives from SPRING Singapore. For details of the mission team, click here.
RSAF-AAIS Job Fairs 2007
The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and AAIS, present the Annual RSAF-AAIS Job Fairs, where AAIS member companies have the opportunity to give a presentation of a career in their company as well as interact with the servicemen at their individual booths.
This will be our 4th job fair, which is created to as a platform for career opportunities for these servicemen who are soon to leave their regular military vocation and transit into the commercial industry. This taps upon their years of experience with aircraft, benefitting the industry as a whole.
The Job Fair this year was held at 2 locations, Paya Lebar Air Force School on 12th April and Sembawang Airbase on 3 May 2007.
AAIS Member companies who joined us are: Aerospec Supplies Pte Ltd, Goodrich Aerostructures Service Center Asia Pte Ltd, Nordam Singapore, Singapore Aero Engine Services Pte Ltd, Singapore Jamco, SIA Engineering Company Ltd and ST Aerospace Ltd. CAAS was also present.
AeroOutreach: Understanding Your Responsibilities Under The Strategic Goods (Control) Act
SGCA is implemented to prevent the unauthorized trade or transfers of such goods and technology to these undesirable parties. As the spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and WMD-related materials, equipments and technology remains a serious global concern, especially with the growing danger posed by the increasing sophistication of proliferation activities, and the continuing risk that terrorists will acquire and use WMDs.
AAIS members knew the importance of thier role in ensuring that the strategic goods you trade in do not land in the wrong hands, nor used for weapons of mass destruction purposes. Thus, over 30 participants signed up for the talk by Singapore Customs, held at their auditorium on the afternoon of 22nd March 2007, Thursday. The speaker, Mr Teh Thiam Siong, Deputy Head (Strategic Goods), Trade Control Branch, gave everyone an insight into the Strategic Good Control Act in areas of concern such as:
As a trader, how will you know that the item(s) you are dealing in are controlled?
What types of transactions are controlled?
What are the permit and registration requirements?
How will the expansion of the Control List affect your operations?
What are the red flags that you should look out for?
What kind of enforcement actions are carried out by Singapore Customs to deter violation under the SGCA?
CAREER 2007 AeroCareer Pavilion
From the 1st to 4th March 2007, the AeroCareer Pavilion in Career 2007 took place in Suntec City Convention Centre Hall 6. To raise awareness and brand the industry as the career choice, students, parents, educators and transiting workforce were targeted to assist them in making positive, informed decisions regarding career paths/ switches and educational goals in our unique industry.
AAIS member companies were given discounts to participate and we would like to thank the following companies for their support: Aerospec Supplies, AirTransportTrainingCollege, AJI International, Goodrich Aerostructures Service Centre-Asia, International Engine Component Overhaul, Jet Aviation, Lufthansa Technical Training, Messier Services Asia, Nordam Singapore, Singapore Aero Engine Services.
To give an insight on career and training pathways focussed on our industry, we had speaker sessions opened to the public, by Air Transport Training College, Nanyang Technological University School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Ngee Ann Polytechnic School of Engineering, Singapore Aero Engine Services and Singapore Institute of Aerospace Engineers.
AeroOutreach Series: Visit by Aerospace Wales
The British High Commission, International Business Wales Singapore, and AAIS welcomed Mr Paul Lindsay and Mr Mark Norris from Wales to Singapore on the 30th and 31st January 2007.
In the morning of 30th January at the British High Commission Singapore, in front of a crowd of over 80 attendees from various organisations, mainly local aerospace suppliers, they shared about the outlook on the Wales aerospace industry as well as the opportunities for local aerospace companies.
AAIS also took the opportuniy to encourage companies to join us on the upcoming AeroBusiness Mission to the UK. If you'd like to find out more details, you can view it here or complete this registration form for more information/ to confirm your interest.
We'd also like to thank the following companies for their time to open up their facility for a visit from the Welsh visitors and being such good hosts:
Air Transport Training College (Seletar Skills Centre)
Dunlop Aerospace (S.E.A) Pte Ltd
Singapore Aero Engine Services Pte Ltd
SIA Engineering Company Ltd
AeroConnect Series: Safety Management System and Human Factor & Error Management Seminars
As our industry transits towards the implementation of Safety Management Sytems by January 2009, we felt it was relevant and timely to conduct SMS seminars as an opportunity to organisations to allow their staff to be equipped.
Jointly presented by: AAIS and Air Transport Training College (ATTC)
Supported by: CAAS, Ministry of Manpower
Each exciting week long session was facilitated by Gordon Dupont (the "Father" of the Dirty Dozen in Human Factors) and Bill Foyle. A TWO facilitator seminar that was held at the new ATTC premises.
1) Implementing SMS Effectively in Your Organisation ( 3 sessions over 3 weeks in January 2007)
2) Human Factor and Error Management (1 session in January 2007)
About 120 participants from local and regional organisations signed up for the courses.We hope all participants enjoyed the sessions and benefitted from them!
AeroConnect Series: Networking Evening with DHL Exel Supply Chain Singapore Pte Ltd @ The Wine Company @ Evans (26 Jan)
What a great way to start the weekend with some wine and meet new and old friends alike! A night that will be remembered by the logistics, materials and inventory specialists drawn to an end amidst a rainy night.
Special thanks to DHL Exel Supply Chain for co-organising this networking evening.
AAIS AeroConnects Social gathering on 11 Dec, 2006, by the TanglinClub Poolside
With the festive season drawing near, AAIS Members, partners and friends had a relaxing evening by the Tanglin Club Poolside. A social time to catch up with friends and fellow business associates, complimented with food and drinks for all, on the 11th December 2006.
We'd like to once again thank our sponsors: Combustor Airmotive Services, Dunlop Aerospace, Singapore Aero Engine Services, ST Aerospace and Windsor Airmotive (Barnes Aerospace).
AeroConnect Series: Networking Session over German Beer
Co-organised with Lufthansa Technical Training on 2nd November 2006, members and invited guests from government agencies were invited to an evening of German Beer and Bavarian treats at the Paulaner Brauhaus in Millennia Walk.
AeroOutreach: Visit by the Hong Kong Aviation Industry Association (HKAIA)
Led by the HKAIA President, Mr Jackson Ho, the delegation visited Singapore on 2nd to 3rd October 2006, with the aim to understand the local industry and to hopefully form partnerships with local Aerosuppliers.
Hosted by AAIS, SPRING Singapore, EDB and Singapore Airshow, the 2 day program consisted of networking luncheons and dinner including site visits to Combustor Airmotive Services, Diethelm Keller, Dunlop Aerospace, Nera Electronics and Singapore Jamco.
AAIS Bowling Tournament 2006
The second annual bowling tournament was held at the Marina South Superbowl on 12 August 2006. 46 teams from 23 companies took part and created an atmosphere abuzz with excitement.
Congratulations to the team winners! Champion: ST Aerospace 1st Runner-up: Turbine Overhaul Services 2nd Runner-up: Hamilton Sundstrand Pacific Aerospace
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