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08:00
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Registration & refreshments
08:45
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Conference Open & Welcome
09:00 to 09:10
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Opening Keynote
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Partnerships for Launch: How UK expertise can help Advanced Air Mobility take off
Speaker/s:
Martin Kent
09:10 to 09:20
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Keynote: Singapore, the launchpad for sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutions for ASEAN and beyond
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Climate resilient infrastructure has always been a need in ASEAN and the Advanced Air Mobility sector is a whole ecosystem to endeavour. We are presented with an opportunity to design new modes of manufacturing, distribution, maintenance, communication, investment, collaboration across sectors.
Speaker/s:
Hui Ling Teo
09:20 to 09:40
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Keynote: Advanced Air Mobility Take Off
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Global knowledge partners predict that the industry could be worth anywhere from $45bn to $510bn* by 2040 with up to 50% of all VTOL aircraft operated in the APAC region by 2050. With the market evolving at such fast pace, will the APAC region live up to expectations? In this session (and later in our exclusive investor programme) we will deep dive into the current state of the market and future opportunities. *2021 ADS Group market study
Speaker/s:
Douglas Carlucci
09:40 to 10:10
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Panel: Expert Opinion - Blueprint for doing business in the region
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What is the key to successfully doing business across APAC? Flexibility, culture, and relationships are vital when operating in this exciting region. Hear from experts with inside knowledge and know-how with live Q&A.?
Speaker/s:
Douglas Carlucci,
Dr Bicky Bhangu,
Simon Middlebrough,
Krishan Raj
10:10 to 10:30
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Coffee & Networking
10:30 to 11:15
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Panel: Accelerating the Asia ambition and future proofing the industry
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Start-ups are continuing to drive the industry, but how can the AAM ecosystems rally together to encourage partnerships and collaboration of manufacturers, airlines, suppliers, operators, and investors to accelerate the Asia ambition and overtake US and Europe?
Speaker/s:
Professor James Wang,
Derek Cheng,
Phil Carter,
Alan Lim,
Oliver Walker-Jones
11:35 to 12:05
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Keynote: Incheon City
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Hear from Incheon City, South Korea on their current AAM developments and how they are integrating routes for eVTOLs between Incheon City and Seoul airport.
Speaker/s:
Kwang-ho An
12:05 to 12:25
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Keynote: Enabling the Next Revolution in Aviation
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In this keynote Sir Stephen Hillier will introduce the UK Future of Flight Programme and the benefits it will bring to the global aviation community.
Speaker/s:
Sir Stephen Hillier
12:25 to 13:15
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Panel: A regulators perspective on harmonisation
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This session will bring key regulators from across the APAC region to discuss the latest developments of regulatory standards. They will address the obstacles to certifications, associated time constraints, public attitudes, and analyse use cases such as the cross jurisdictional challenge in certain parts of Asia and the work underway around harmonisation.
Speaker/s:
Tan Kah Han,
Sir Stephen Hillier,
Sascha Oliver Schott,
Chris Carter,
Sunny Xi
13:15 to 14:00
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Lunch & Networking
14:00 to 14:20
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Keynote: Vertical Aerospace – Update on VX4 Programme and Asia-Pacific Developments
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Vertical Aerospace has made significant progress in its VX4 flight test and certification programme over the past year. In the Asia-Pacific region, Vertical continues to deepen our engagements and partnerships with our customers, regulators, and the wider ecosystem to prepare for launch in the respective markets. The keynote will provide an update on these developments.
Speaker/s:
Derek Cheng
14:20 to 14:40
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Keynote: Volocopter, pioneering entry into the Asia-Pacific region
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With Volocopter being the first eVTOL to run a service during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, what strategies and lessons can be learnt when taking part in the race to implementing AAM in APAC cities.
Speaker/s:
Willy Lee
14:40 to 15:25
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Panel: What lies ahead panel - airlines, airports & vertiports of the future integrating AAM technologies and eVTOLs
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In this session we will explore the opportunities for airports and how they plan to invest in and will create infrastructure for eVTOLs. Hear from an airline’s perspective on their commitment to offering an eVTOL services, understand the energy requirements, transition for electrification and charging, as well as the roadblocks to drive meaningful progress and solutions.
Speaker/s:
Alan Lim,
Andrew Kuzmik,
Jia Le Koh,
Capt Ling Liong Tien,
Adrian Morales,
Jacey Cornwell
15:25 to 15:45
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Coffee & Networking
15:45 to 16:05
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Keynote: Feel the Freedom, latest development of AutoFlight
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Introducing AutoFlight’s updated progresses achieved in 2023 and new plans ahead.
Speaker/s:
Kellen Xie
16:05 to 16:55
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Panel: Pioneering the vision of autonomous eVTOLs
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How autonomous are eVTOLs actually going to be? Is autonomy the answer to pilot shortages and market growth? What are the biggest challenges to operation? What strategies are being used to secure consumer trust for full flight autonomy, in line with certification timescales? What can we learn from drones’ services that are happening now?
Speaker/s:
Professor James Wang,
Catherine MacGowan,
Augustine Tai,
Captain Raja Iyengar,
Captain Eme Arizal Mohd Mahidin
16:55 to 17:15
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Keynote: The role of the traditional aerospace supply chain in the AAM market: a Tier 1’s view
Speaker/s:
Furqan
17:15 to 17:35
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Keynote: eVTOL airframe, a path to the future
Speaker/s:
Gianfranco Lanini
17:35 to 17:45
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End of day wrap
18:30 to 20:30
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Networking drink reception
Description:
Eden Hall, the Official Residency of the Singapore High Commission
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08:15
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Registration & Refreshments09:00 to 11:30
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THE INVESTOR BUSINESS CONNECTIONS EXCHANGEDescription:
Breakfast briefing & Networking Patient investors: When will the Asia ‘PAC’ make a move? (by invitation) A specially curated programme, designed specifically for investors who wish to learn and enhance knowledge around Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), and seek exciting investment opportunities in this growing aerospace sector. This is an optimal time to invest in this disruptive and emerging market, as the technology pathway matures and the route to green, sustainable flight becomes clearer.
09:00 to 09:30
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Arrival, breakfast refreshments & networking09:30 to 09:45
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Keynote: Reed SmithSpeaker/s:
Hui Ling Teo
09:45 to 10:00
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Keynote: Investment Risks and Opportunities of an Emerging Industry (Orbit Management)Description:
Drawing from the insights of Orbit Management Services' AAM Risk Report 2023, this session delves into the distinct risks and opportunities of the AAM industry. Whether you are investing or seeking investment in the AAM arena, an in-depth exploration of the investment landscape will offer valuable guidance for shaping strategic decisions within the AAM industry.
Speaker/s:
Dr. Erik Linden
10:00 to 11:00
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Networking09:00 to 11:00
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Skyports Drone Services' demonstration at Maritime Drone Estate (Invite Only)09:00 to 11:00
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VoloCity tour at Institute of Technical Education (ITE)09:00 to 12:00
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SIA Engineering Company MRO tour (Invite Only)Description:
Bus departs at 08:00 (MBS – SIA EC) 08:45 – Arrive at SIA EC 09:00 – tour begins 12:00 – Tour finish & depart SIA EC 13:00 – arrive back at MBS
11:00 to 11:30
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All return to Marina Bay Sands11:30 to 12:30
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Lunch & Networking12:30 to 12:40
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Industry InsightsDescription:
An opportunity to hear the latest developments on Ultra’s products and services in the AAM market.
Speaker/s:
Rob Nelson,
George Perakis
12:40 to 13:00
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Keynote: UTM Simulation & Risk AnalysisDescription:
The presentation will touch upon how UTM simulation can be used to validate regulatory requirements, support the verification of USSPs and contribute to risk assessment. It will also include demonstration/results of some of the use cases Airbus has worked on.
Speaker/s:
Sarah Lee,
Chee Siang KOH
13:00 to 13:45
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Panel: Cargo & maritime delivery and inspection using AAM technologyDescription:
Proving the concept for integrating the maritime and UAV sectors to bring a more holistic and beneficial operation to the cargo industry comes with its challenges, including certification, operations around weight of deliveries, travelling long distances and adverse weather conditions.
Speaker/s:
Sanjay Suresh,
Soo Soon Teong,
Desmond Tay
13:45 to 14:05
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Keynote: Unmanned Traffic Management - the Future of Digital SkiesSpeaker/s:
Richard Parker
14:05 to 14:25
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Keynote: Situational Intelligence in the Cockpit (Daedalean)Description:
As we cautiously approach AI-enabled autonomy in the skies, we should not overlook the benefits it can deliver now. Dr. Bordain explores how AI will first be used in piloted and pilot-optional operations, providing near-term improvements in safety, capacity, and economics.
Speaker/s:
Dr Yemaya Bordain
14:25 to 14:45
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Coffee & Networking14:45 to 15:05
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Keynote: eVTOL collectivism: Technology that benefits the greater goodDescription:
Using AAM technology to smooth connections and improve sustainability.
Speaker/s:
Matt Sattler
15:05 to 15:25
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Future Aviation Systems – a UK Perspective (UKRI)Description:
The third revolution of aviation has begun, with new types of aircraft competing to transform how we connect people, deliver goods, and provide services. To succeed an integrated systems approach is needed, taking a holistic view of the ecosystem, and putting people at the heart of this change. Working with industry, academia, regulators, and end-users we are working towards demonstrating; the safe integration and operation of drones, operation of advanced air mobility and regional aircraft and supported by advancements in electrification and autonomy.
Speaker/s:
Simon Masters
15:25 to 16:10
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Panel: Last mile and small package delivery technologyDescription:
Many regions across Asia are inaccessible and drone technology will be relied upon to provide faster and cost-effective deliveries of medical supplies deliveries, humanitarian support, and consumer goods deliveries. Our panel of experts will argue how this technology is and will grow to support, benefit, and provide new solutions to the wider community.
Speaker/s:
Dr. Daisuke Kubo,
Vignesh Santhanam,
Terence Yeo,
Ali Jahanshahi
