Sreenidhi organizes International Symposium on • Opportunities & Challenges facing Aviation Sector

(SANEPR.com) April 17, 2009 -- Speaking to Media persons on the occasion, Mr. K.T.Mahi , Chairman Sreenidhi Group said, “The aviation sector during the past five years in the Asia – Pacific region and specifically in Indian subcontinent has seen unprecedented growth. The Indian Civil Aviation Ministry has forecast a growth of up to 80 million passengers by 2020, and to be doubled in the next decade. However, the current financial environment across the globe requires a careful review of the status of the aviation industry and a focused deliberation on ways to sustain this growth .The intent of the second International symposium is to provide an open forum to industry and academic leaders for such discussions”.
Dr. John Fitzpatrick, President, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, New York, USA said, “We all are cognizant of the fact that the global financial environment has impacted all sectors of industry including aviation. The international symposium brings together leaders from industry and academia to share their perspectives to deal with the current challenges and long term scenario. The well trained and skilled workforce has always been important to the success and growth of the industry and economy, it becomes even more so during the times like these. We are sure that the industry and academic perspectives shared by various leaders during the symposium will provide an opportunity to aviation professional attendees from Vaughn -SNIST to get the insights of the industry challenges/opportunities and better prepare them to serve the industry”.
“Over the last 50 years National Aerospace Laboratories, Bangalore, NAL has provided significant inputs to every national project in the field of aviation and space. Being the Golden Jubilee year of NAL, one of the major objectives is to take our technologies to the general public and student communities. Aerofest-2009, is among a series of programmes designed and particularly aimed at introducing youth to the exciting world of aviation. We are glad to partner and collaborate with SREENIDHI – Vaughn Institute of Aeronautics and Technology in this endeavour”, said Dr. Upadhya, Director NAL Bangalore.
Many leaders and experts from Aviation Industry and Academia are scheduled to participate in the Seminar to share their perspectives on issues facing the Aviation sector in Indian Subcontinent. Among the key speakers are Mr.Nair, CEO,GMR, Hyderabad, Mr. Gilbert George, Senior General Manager, Jet Airways, Mr.Murali Varadrajan, Dy, General Manager, Operations and Planning, GVK, Mumbai International Airport, Mr. Sunil Kishen, Executive Director, Air India, Mr. Larry Coughlin, MD, Boeing – Commercial Aerospace, India, Mr. Ajay Mehra, MD, Airbus, South Asia, Mr. Venkat Raman, VP and country Manager, HEICO, Bangalore, Mr. Narsimham, General Manager, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and dignitaries of NAL will participate in the proceedings. Topics to be deliberated at the Symposium are: Technological Advancements, Challenges in Aviation Sector, Low Cost Airlines - Economic Viability, Benefits and pitfalls of privatization, Impact of Human Resources - growth and sustainability of Aviation in Indian subcontinent, India’s readiness - technical, safety and security to be an International Hub in the South Asian region
As part of the “Aerofest-2009”, significant contributions, technological innovations and scientific developments by NAL shall be on display from 18th to 20th April, 2009 at the Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology, Ghatkesar, Hyderabad. Dr. V.K.Saraswath, a pioneer and architect of Indian Missile Development program will inaugurate the Aerofest 2009. A Seminar on NAL Technologies will be conducted in the college on 19th April, 2009, covering areas such as: Powered Hang gliding & Paper planes, Micro Air Vehicles, Testing of Aerospace Structures, Flight Testing and Aerospace Electronics. Micro-Aircraft display and demonstration will be part of the Aerofest.
About SREENIDHI – Vaughn Institute of Aeronautics and Technology - Joint Venture:
SNIST is the first Indo - US collaborative institution in India to offer specialized programs in Aviation. The mission of the institute is to provide world class training and education to current and future Global Aviation professionals assisting them in achieving their fullest personal and career potential. The impetus of this unique collaborative model was the unprecedented growth of Aviation industry in the South Asia pacific region including India.
The institute is approved by AICT, India and Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Philadelphia, USA to offer four year Bachelor of Science programs in Airline/Airport Management and Electronics Engineering Technology- Avionics. The programs are on offer since 2007 and are geared towards providing students quality education with special emphasis on practical training.
About SREENIDHI: Sponsored by Sree Education Society of the Sree Group of Industries, Sreenidhi Institute of Science & Technology, Hyderabad is a pioneer among the Technological Institutions in India. The institute is known for effective and interactive teaching techniques, competent and dedicated faculty and excellent infrastructure. Sreenidhi transforms its students into technically competent, highly communicative and application oriented engineers. Sreenidhi offers Engineering Degree Programmes with the approval of Govt. of India, Govt. of A.P. and with affiliation from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad.
About Vaughn: Founded in 1932, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, USA is an institution dedicated to providing distinctive education to a diverse population of students in the area of engineering technology, aviation and management. It is dedicated to excellence in aviation technical education. Its mission is to create an environment that cultivates personal growth and leadership in preparation for successful careers.
About NAL: National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bangalore is a technology oriented institution concentrating on advanced topics in the aerospace and related disciplines. It is India’s only civilian aerospace laboratory with a high level of competence and the expertise. NAL is in its 50th Year of existence and over these years has made significant contributions to a large number of aerospace programmes and has many collaborative projects with reputed international agencies. NAL is an acknowledged centre of excellence in many fields and is today considered the harbinger of civil aviation design and development activities in India.