Global Aerospace Summit to probe workforce development challenges
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Local and national experts across the aviation, aerospace, defence and space sectors will this month debate in Abu Dhabi.
Subjects will include the major human capital development challenges, including workforce localisation, when they meet at the Global Aerospace Summit running at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 7-8 March.
In a special strategy session, facilitated by Ahmed Al Safared, CEO of Etihad AIS, the Emiratisation consulting and training company, industry leaders will examine a range of burning issues, including how the sectors can compete for highly skilled workers, particularly engineers.
And across all sectors, experts agree that encouraging national youth into the market place is a key development priority.
H.E Dr. Mohammed Al Ahbabi, director general of the UAE Space Agency, a key speaker at the Summit, plans to use the space industry as an example of a sector facing workforce challenges and one that is constantly looking for the next wave of industry pioneers.
“The UAE Space Agency is heavily committed to improving education on the space sector to try and attract youths to study STEM subjects and go on to become leaders of the UAE’s space efforts,” he said.
“We are dedicated to creating opportunities for UAE nationals within this industry and we are working with education institutions and international partners to improve human capital development.”
Human resources was also identified as a priority topic by experts on the Global Aerospace Summit Advisory Board, which helps shape the biennial programme. Among them is the Summit’s host, Mubadala Development Company.
“In line with Abu Dhabi’s Economic Vision 2030 we are supporting the development of a globally competitive Emirati workforce,” said Homaid Al Shemmari, chief executive officer, Mubadala Aerospace & Engineering Services.
“At Mubadala, we’re partnering with the public sector, universities and leading global aerospace manufacturers in order to drive awareness of STEM programs, enrich academic offerings, and engage students with real-world industrial experience. It’s through these partnerships that we’re able to offer the training and educational opportunities needed for today’s youth to excel and to support the development of an aerospace hub for Abu Dhabi; helping to take the UAE to the next stage of development.”
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