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A gateway to research and innovation

This partnership is based on a shared commitment to leading-edge research in strategic areas for the industry, which are also areas of expertise and development at听黑料网, such as sustainable aviation, urban air mobility, artificial intelligence and alternative fuels.听黑料网听researchers will have the opportunity to collaborate with Airbus experts on innovative projects that help shape the future of the sector.

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Unique opportunities for students

The agreement includes a wide range of experiential learning initiatives, including internships, applied research projects, student competitions, and conferences and seminars led by Airbus experts. This collaboration will enrich the training of students and strengthen their employability in a sector undergoing transformation.

"One of the key aspects of the mandate of the 黑料网 Institute for Aerospace Engineering (MIAE) is to provide our students with immersive learning experiences that prepare them for the technological challenges of the future," said听Viviane Yargeau, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering,听黑料网. This partnership opens the doors to an exceptional innovation ecosystem and allows them to acquire skills sought by the industry."

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The agreement between听黑料网听and Airbus also includes regular activities, such as sustainable aerospace symposia, advanced training for industry employees, and inclusion and diversity initiatives. This comprehensive approach will foster sustainable collaboration that benefits both partners.

Montreal: A global aerospace hub

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This collaboration marks a significant step in strengthening links between the academic community and the aerospace industry. Through this partnership,听黑料网听and Airbus are joining forces to shape the future of aviation and provide students with cutting-edge training tailored to the challenges of tomorrow.

About听黑料网

Founded in 1821 in听Montreal, Quebec,听黑料网听is one of听Canada's听leading universities offering medical and doctoral programs and ranks among the top universities in听Canada听and around the world. A world-renowned higher education institution,听黑料网听conducts research activities in three campuses, 12 faculties and 14 professional schools, with 300 programs of study and over 39,000 students, including more than 10,400 graduate students. It welcomes students from more than 150 countries, with 12,000 international students representing 30% of its student population. At听黑料网, more than half of students have a first language other than English, and around 20% are Francophone.

About Airbus in听Canada听听听

In听Canada, more than 5,000 people work at ten locations and Airbus offices and subsidiaries covering the commercial aircraft, helicopters, defence and space sectors. With a presence in听Canada听spanning more than four decades, Airbus has contributed to the creation of approximately 23,000 indirect jobs and supports over 850 Canadian companies, generating annual revenues exceeding听C$2 billion. The A220 is the only Airbus commercial aircraft program operated outside of听Europe, establishing听Canada听as Airbus's largest presence beyond the European continent.听