French innovation is sky high at Aircraft Interiors and Aerospace Testing
UBIFRANCE, the French Agency for International Business Development, will present innovative French companies on the French Pavilion at the Aircraft Interiors and Aerospace Testing trade shows, which will be held in parallel in Hamburg (Germany) from 5 to 7 April 2011. Aircraft Interiors is the leading international trade show for the sector, bringing together innovative companies in the field of cabin design, in-flight entertainment (IFE) and passenger services. The trade show is organised in parallel with the Aerospace Testing exhibition, a leading European event for the aerospace industry. Aircraft interiors represent a growing segment within the industry. Future cabin and in-flight entertainment programmes will be launched at Aircraft Interiors, as well as passenger-service applications. The trade show will deal with the main issues in the sector, such as reducing the weight of materials, optimising internal space and renovation solutions. In 2010, Aircraft Interiors welcomed 500 exhibitors and 11,000 visitors. In all, 118 countries were represented. The French Pavilion at Aircraft Interiors 2011 (Hall B6, Stand 6B56) will feature 12 innovative companies and organisations. These companies are listed below.AerocentreAerocentre is an aerospace cluster that brings together 35 companies based in the centre of France (Région Centre). These companies cover all aspects of the aerospace industry such as cabin and cockpit interiors, aerostructure, security control and certifications, aircraft maintenance, energy and the environment. For further information, please go to: ARM GroupARM Group is an expert in machining, turning and assembling for markets with high specifications such as aerospace, defence and rail. Its clients include Groupe SAFRAN, EADS Sogerma, Daher Socata, Groupe ZODIAC, and Dassault Aviation.For further information, please go to: Atelier PintonAtelier Pinton creates bespoke carpets and tapestries in Felletin, near Aubusson in France. Its products include custom-made hand-tufted carpets and rugs as well as tapestries. The mill works with contemporary artists and designers to create unique designs.For further information, please go to: AttaxAttax has designed and manufactured aircraft seat attachment fittings for leading aircraft seat makers for 30 years. Attax is introducing a new range of standardised, easily operated fittings, which address the growing demand for reduced costs and for saving time in the final assembly line.For further information, please go to: CabinExpAirCabinExpAir offers a full range of products and services for airline cabins, incorporating the latest technological innovations in keeping with operating expenditure and investment budgets. CabinExpAir will showcase its Upgrading Concept seats at Aircraft Interiors 2011. For further information, please go to:  Chateauroux AirportChateauroux Airport is an industrial airport, which is located south of Paris, in central France. The airport is dedicated to cargo, pilot training, aircraft housing, maintenance, dismantling and recycling. Chateauroux Airport offers large parking and hangar facilities and offers the opportunity for original equipment manufacturers (OEM), maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) entities and other aerospace players to develop their activities on site, in flexible and cost-effective conditions. For further information, please go to: Cogit CompositesCogit Composites is an engineering company that specialises in composite materials, from design and structure calculation to process simulation (infusion and RTM).For further information, please go to: Composite IndustrieComposite Industrie specialises in the design, certification, manufacturing and repair of aerospace and defence parts, as well as systems for composite and hybrid-metal composite parts.For further information, please go to: EltaElta, which is a subsidiary of AREVA TA & OHB Technology, designs, manufactures, and supports emergency locator transmitters, which are approved by leading aircraft manufacturers.For further information, please go to: INDRAERO SIRENINDRAERO SIREN specialises in the design, production and integration of aeronautical systems and aircraft interiors. The company handles the global outsourcing of production for primary sheet-metal parts manufacturing, structural bonding and assembly by welding or riveting. For further information, please go to: PGAPGA specialises in IFE/CMS for private jets, as well as offering customised HD for aircraft used by heads of state. PGA is a leader in LED snake light solutions. For further information, please go to: SimairSimair supplies airlines with bespoke VIP and CJ galleries, privacy compartments and monuments, standard and commercial galleries, stowages, dividers, partitions and ATR security cockpit doors. For further information, please go to: SMACSMAC is an expert in noise-damping solutions for aircraft interiors. The company offers a wide range of customised products including