The 13th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China) will be held as scheduled at the Zhuhai Airshow Center in Jinwan District from Nov 10 to 15, it was announced March 30 on WeChat.

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the Zhuhai Airshow company has increased communications and coordination with industrial associations, trade promotion organizations, foreign affairs authorities, embassies, and consulates.

At the 12th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition in November 2018. [File photoNanfang Daily]

As of now, more than 400 enterprises worldwide have confirmed participation in Airshow China. In addition to those from the newly joined United Arab Emirates, Finland, Sweden, and Saudi Arabia, exhibitors from Australia, Germany, Russia, France, the US, Switzerland, Ukraine, Italy, and the UK will once again appear.

In the lineup are Brazil's Embraer SA, France-based ATR and Thales Group, Russia's United Engine Corp and Russian Helicopters, Rolls-Royce from the UK, Germany's Liebherr Group and Lufthansa Technik AG, and Honeywell International and Parker Aerospace from the US. French Airbus SE and aerospace supplier Safran Group will expand their exhibition area this year. The total indoor show area is expected to exceed 90,000 sq m (22 acres).

The aerobatic squadron Warriors of Russian Aerospace Forces is likely to join Bayi (August 1st) Aerobatic Team of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force for a stunning air show, while the dynamic display of ground military equipment such as tanks and armored vehicles will more closely simulate actual combat.

In terms of associated services, the organizer this year will upgrade the ticket system based on 5G and other advanced technological means, and offer more varied high-quality meals in an expanded dining area.

(cityofzhuhai.com)