Collins Aerospace sponsor The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight
South Ayrshire Council are delighted to welcome Collins Aerospace as a sponsor for The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight.
Based in South Ayrshire for over 26 years, Collins Aerospace develops new and advanced technologies that redefine and enhance the aerospace industry.
Just some of the company's pioneering solutions include enabling hybrid-electric propulsion for more fuel-efficient flights; developing lighter weight, higher performing structures; creating autonomous operations to reduce pilot workload; and combining modern design with innovative technology for a best-in-class cabin experience.
Collins Aerospace is committed to ensuring they attract future talent for their growing business in Prestwick and highlighting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) as subjects of choice for local young people.
South Ayrshire Council's Portfolio Holder for Tourism, Culture and Rural Affairs, Councillor Alec Clark said: "Collins Aerospace's sponsorship of the new air show is brilliant news. With their enthusiasm for sharing the benefits of STEM with the next generation, they play a key role in inspiring young people to consider a career in this sector - a key message that we want to convey in the run up to, and during the festival."
South Ayrshire Council's Portfolio Holder for Sport and Leisure, Councillor Brian Connolly, said: "I'd like to welcome Collins Aerospace as a sponsor for the new air show. The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight is a fantastic platform to raise awareness of the importance of STEM and the range of future employment opportunities these subjects can afford to up and coming generations. Collins Aerospace understands the need to attract future talent for the sector and champion STEM subjects, so they are the perfect fit as one of our sponsors."
Leader of South Ayrshire Council, Councillor Martin Dowey, said: "I'm delighted that Collins Aerospace have committed to sponsor The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight. The company has been based in South Ayrshire for over a quarter of a century now and is well-respected in their sector, so it's great to have their valued support for this event."
Keep up to date with preparations for The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight at www.ayrshow.co.uk.
You can find out more about Collins Aerospace on their website https://www.collinsaerospace.com/.