Past event: MRO Europe

Driving Transformation through Innovative Processes & Technologies

Featuring advanced workshops and forums on Composites and Advanced Materials and MRO IT

We present the 15th annual MRO Europe Conference and Exhibition

Join us this October at MRO Europe as we drive the future of aircraft maintenance with ground breaking innovation and transformative technology and practices!

MRO Europe is the premier event for information gathering and knowledge sharing for those involved in the MRO sector in the region. Aviation Week provides thought leadership on the key topics and concerns that are at the heart of the MRO industry and provides a forum for the exchange of experiences, ideas and best practices.


MRO Europe Delivers

  • Senior level industry players discussing the core issues at the heart of the MRO business
  • Comprehensive information on a mix of products, services and technologies
  • Unparalleled opportunities to hear from industry experts
  • In-depth insight on current concerns and problems
  • Unrivalled forums for the exchange of ideas and networking with peers and customers
  • Distinctive mixture of conference sessions, allowing for constructive discussion, sharing of best practices and solution seeking
  • One stop shop for a complete industry update, offering a comprehensive agenda, excellent networking opportunities and an extensive exhibition hall.

 

"This is a good place to be where I can meet customers and also find partnerships to provide global answer to shop request."
— Laurent Rouviere, Aftermarket Business Development Director, Hutchinson - Barry Controls

Complete List of Speakers

  • Josh Abelson, SVP Supply Chain Solutions, AeroTurbine
  • Ran Ackerman, Head of Aircraft Acquisitions & Sales, El Al Israel Airlines
  • Amir Ali, Chief Engineer, Maintenance Operation Centre, PIA Engineering
  • Gunnar Andersson, Director, SAS Technical Training
  • Holger Beck, Chief Commercial Officer, Lufthansa Technical Training
  • Iain Blackhall, Managing Director Civil Aviation, Aviation Week
  • Lieke Bosua, Head of Environment, Health & Safety, KLM Engineering & Maintenance
  • Jonas Butautis, CEO, FL Technics
  • Dale Carlson, Director of Technology, GE Aviation
  • Michael Denis, VP Customer Engagement, InfoTrust Group
  • Paul Finklestein, Director of Marketing, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines & Global Services
  • Carl Glover, VP Sales, AAR Aviation Supply Chain Group
  • Nick Godwin, Managing Director, Commsoft
  • Bernard Gustin, co-CEO, Brussels Airlines and Chairman, Association of European Airlines
  • Ed Hazelwood, Editor-in-Chief Conferences, Aviation Week
  • Daniel Hepfer, Head of Commercial Services Training, SR Technics
  • David Hygate, Director Europe, TeamSAI
  • David Innes, Principal Consultant, Baines Simmons
  • Link Jaw, President, Scientific Monitoring
  • Dr. Franz Josef Kirschfink, Director Technology Projects, Lufthansa Technik
  • Jorge Leite, VP Quality, TAP Maintenance & Engineering
  • Todd Lewis, President, Component Control
  • Leo Koppers, SVP Marketing & Sales, MTU Maintenance
  • David Marcontell, President & COO, TeamSAI
  • Fernando Ferreira Matos, Head of Information Technologies, TAP Maintenance & Engineering
  • Ana Paula Matos, Quality Engineering, Materials Technology and Environment, TAP Maintenance & Engineering
  • Pranav Patel, Chief Marketing Officer, GE Aviation Systems
  • Eric Perrot, General Manager, Hamilton Sundstrand
  • Dean Raineri, Director New Aircraft Readiness, Lufthansa Technik
  • David Rushe, Senior Analyst, IBA Group
  • Paul Saunders, Operations Director, Conduce Software
  • Kate Schaefer, General Manager Commercial Aircraft, Moog
  • Wolfgang Schöberl, Head of Technical Training, Austrian Airlines
  • Phil Seymour, President & COO, IBA Group
  • Gary Smith, Head of Powerplant & Fleet Transition, easyJet
  • Carsten Sowa, Program Manager RFID, Lufthansa Technik Logistik Services
  • David Stewart, VP, ICF SH&E
  • James Stewart, Group CEO, Mubadala Aerospace MRO Network
  • Franck Terner, President, Air France Industries
  • Tony Velocci, Editor-in-Chief, Aviation Week & Space Technology
  • Dr Mark Watson, Head of Environmental Affairs, Cathay Pacific Airways
  • Dr. Uwe Zachau, Senior Manager Performance & Central Engineering, MTU Maintenance S
  • Zohar Zik, Consultant, Holman Fenwick Willan LLP

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Last updated: August 2, 2012

DAY ONE - Tuesday, October 9, 2012

9:00 a.m.

Registration Opens

1:30 p.m.

Concurrent Workshop Sessions

A1 - Redefining Maintenance Training Utilizing Technology
The use of training is key to attracting and retaining the next generation of aviation professionals. In this session, we look at how new technologies and e-solutions can be employed to optimize technical training programs and make students more efficient. How can maintenance training be modernized and brought to the next level using new technologies? How can web-based training be used most effectively? Exploring the evolution of training approaches and how it may change going forward.

§  MODERATOR: Holger Beck, Chief Commercial Officer, Lufthansa Technical Training

§  Gunnar Andersson, Director, SAS Technical Training

§  Daniel Hepfer, Head of Commercial Services Training, SR Technics

§  Wolfgang Schöberl, Head of Technical Training, Austrian Airlines

A2 – Standardizing Lease Contracts & Maintenance Reserves
In recent years lease contracts have become more complex beasts due to the higher proportion of fleets being leased and the entrance of new generation aircraft with inclusive maintenance programs. With the rise in non-uniform lease agreements, is there a need to create industry standards for lease contracts and guidelines for maintenance reserve calculations? We bring together all the players involved in the lease transaction to discuss how these standards might be obtained while aligning the differing interests of all parties concerned.

§  MODERATOR: Michael Denis, VP Customer Engagement, InfoTrust Group

§  Ran Ackerman, Head of Aircraft Acquisitions & Sales, El Al Israel Airlines

§  Phil Seymour, President & COO, IBA Group

§  Joe Venuto, Chief Technical Officer, AerCap

3:00 p.m.

Break

3:30 p.m.

B1 – The Evolution of the Certification Process
In this session, we look at the ongoing evolution of the certification process in Europe and discuss the proposed changes by EASA to Part M Subpart G and CAMO requirements. What would the benefits be to operators in outsourcing the CAMO function? What impact would this new initiative have on the MRO business? An opportunity to review and discuss all the elements that need to be considered when developing certification processes. How can industry and the airworthiness authorities work together to ensure a safe and smooth transition to new regulations?

§  MODERATOR: Jorge Leite, VP Quality, TAP Maintenance & Engineering

§  David Innes, Principal Consultant, Baines Simmons

§  Rosa Tajes, Continuing Airworthiness Officer, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

B2 – The Future of MRO
Time to gaze into your crystal balls and get your thinking caps on. This session will take the format of roundtable discussions where all participants will get the opportunity to share their vision of the future of the industry and discuss how MRO services might develop and adapt to reflect the altered environment. Each tables’ thoughts will then be fed back to the group as a whole for further debate. What will MRO services look like in 5 years time? Will maintenance still be the key driver or will value added services be more important? How will the dynamics of the MRO-customer relationship change and what factors will cause these shifts? An opportunity to be as visionary as you like and provide some food for thought on future shape of the market.

§  Table Leaders:

§  Michael Denis, VP Customer Engagement, InfoTrust Group

§  David Hygate, Director Europe, TeamSAI

§  Todd Lewis, President, Component Control

§  Eric Perrot, General Manager, Hamilton Sundstrand

4:00 p.m.

Registration Closes

5:00 p.m.

Close of Workshop Sessions and End of Day 1

DAY TWO - Wednesday, October 10, 2012

7:30 a.m.

Registration Opens

8:30 a.m.

Welcome Address

§  Iain Blackhall, Managing Director Civil Aviation, Aviation Week

§  Ed Hazelwood, Editor-in-Chief Conferences, Aviation Week

8:50 a.m.

Opening Keynote Address

§  Pieter Elbers, COO, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

9:20 a.m.

MRO Europe 10-Year Market Forecast & Key Trends
We bring together our leading aviation experts to forecast and analyse the status and trends of the MRO market, with a particular focus on Europe. They will examine the current and emerging industry challenges and explore future opportunities for growth.

§  MODERATOR: Ed Hazelwood, Editor-in-Chief Conferences, Aviation Week

§  David Marcontell, President & COO, TeamSAI

§  David Stewart, VP, ICF SH&E

10:30 a.m.

Exhibition Hall Opens

10:30 a.m.

PANEL DISCUSSION: The OEM/MRO Relationship – Adapting to a Changed Environment

The balance of power is shifting in the MRO industry with OEMs now having a greater focus on and involvement in the aftermarket. In this session, we gather together some of the key industry players to look at how the MRO market will develop with increasing OEM presence and what this means for their airline customers. Are OEM total service solutions more beneficial to operators in terms of cost? What tactics should MROs employ to sustain their market share? Are partnerships and licensed service centres to way forward in balancing OEM and non-OEM participation in the aftermarket? A discussion of where the market is now, what offerings are available for operators and what future developments are in store.

§  MODERATOR: Graham Smith, Head of Business Development, BAE Systems Regional Aircraft

§  Panel to include:

§  Dennis Floyd, VP Fleet Services, The Boeing Company

§  Thom Grobben, VP Procurement E&M, Air France-KLM

§  Leo Koppers, SVP Marketing & Sales, MTU Maintenance

§  Gary Martin, VP Sales, Marketing and Service Programs, Bombardier

§  Joachim Mirabaud, Head of Engineering & Pool Management, Airbus

§  James Stewart, Group CEO, Mubadala Aerospace MRO Network

11:30 a.m

End of General Session

11:35 a.m.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

C1 – Introducing New Aircraft
Introducing new aircraft into your fleet creates challenges for operators in terms of infrastructure, maintenance, equipment and training. How do you turn the vision of a new aircraft into a working and profitable reality? In this session we look at how to understand the impact of new fleet introductions and gear up for their arrival. How do you foresee potential problems and come up with the correct solutions to tackle these issues? We also investigate what maintenance proposals and PbH arrangements are available for next generation aircraft from both the OEM and independent providers and weigh up the practical, commercial and legal considerations that need to be taken into account when selecting your MRO for these new programs.

§  MODERATOR: Gary Martin, VP Sales, Marketing and Service Programs, Bombardier

§  Gary Smith, Head of Powerplant & Fleet Transition, easyJet

§  Dean Raineri, Director New Aircraft Readiness, Lufthansa Technik

§  Zohar Zik, Consultant, Holman Fenwick Willan LLP

C2 – New Engine Programs
The new engine designs coming onto the market are promising reduced fuel consumption, extended on-wing life and lower maintenance costs. What real benefits do new engine programs and their enhanced technologies offer to operators? Here, we consider the implications of introducing new engine types and the impact on airline’s bottom line. How will these new engines impact the maintenance landscape going forward?

§  MODERATOR: Frederic C. Dupont, SVP - Head of Global Sales, Mubadala Aerospace MRO Network

§  Dale Carlson, Director of Technology, GE Aviation

§  Paul Finklestein, Director of Marketing, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines & Global Services

§  Luc Pelon, Marketing VP, Engine Services, Snecma

§  David Rushe, Senior Analyst, IBA Group

C3 – Impact of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme
The inclusion of aircraft operators in the EU ETS came into force on January 1st, 2012 and has placed the burden of additional levels of compliance and complexity for all airlines flying in and out of Europe. What impact has it had on the industry so far and what are the forecasts for the effects going forward? Have MROs had to adapt their services to comply with new regulations? Will it create a greater need for more fuel efficient aircraft? Assessing the impact of the ETS on fleet choice and reviewing how the first 9 months of the scheme has gone.

§  Julien Dufour, CEO & EU ETS Lead Auditor, VerifAvia & Researcher, SustainAvia

§  Jeff Gazzard, Board Member, Aviation Environment Federation & Co-ordinator, European GreenSkies Alliance

§  Dr Mark Watson, Head of Environmental Affairs, Cathay Pacific Airways

12:25 p.m.

End of Concurrent Sessions

12:30 p.m.

Closing Keynote

§  Bernard Gustin, CEO, Brussels Airlines and Chairman, Association of European Airlines

1:00 p.m.

End of Day 2 and Lunch in the Exhibition Hall

4:30 p.m.

Cocktail Reception in the Exhibition Hall

5:30 p.m.

Registration/Exhibition Hall Closes

DAY THREE - Thursday, October 11, 2012

8:00 a.m.

Registration Opens

8:30 a.m.

Welcome

§  Ed Hazelwood, Editor-in-Chief Conferences, Aviation Week

8:45 a.m.

Opening Keynote

§  Franck Terner, President, Air France Industries

9:20 a.m.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

D1 – E-Solutions for Aircraft MRO
In recent years the industry has made significant progress in the use of e-enabled tools to enhance maintenance processes and avoid unscheduled maintenance episodes. What are the most beneficial practical applications of e-solutions for operators? What advances have been made in health management systems? With many new systems being offered by OEMs, MROs and independent suppliers, how can these technologies and interfaces be successfully integrated? Reviewing the new e-enabled aircraft coming onto the market and how operators and MROs can prepare their maintenance practices to utilize this technology in the most effective manner.

§  MODERATOR: John Stone, VP, Product Market Management & Services, Global Aviation Solutions/Enterprise Solutions Americas, Ramco

§  Nick Godwin, Managing Director, Commsoft

§  Pranav Patel, Chief Marketing Officer, GE Aviation Systems

§  Paul Saunders, Operations Director, Conduce Software

D2 – Improving your MRO Business through Process Excellence
The ability to manage complexities and introduce consistency in MRO is vital to keeping your operations financially sound. In this session, we look at the tools and techniques you can introduce to your business in order to improve processes and empower your staff to implement change. How can Lean Six Sigma methodologies and training be practically implemented? How do you become more resource effective but also at the same time responsive to change? Evaluating the success of performance enhancing programs and the benefits they can bring on a day-to-day level.

§  MODERATOR: Hisham Nasser, Vice Chairman, Egypt Air Maintenance and Engineering

§  Claus Lintz, Principal, Porsche Consulting

§  Alan Macdonald, Master Black Belt, Rolls-Royce

§  David Marcontell, President & COO, TeamSAI

D3 – Managing Supply Chain Challenges
Developing a robust supply chain and a cost-effective inventory management system is key to optimizing stock levels and reducing turn around times. We investigate the solutions available to operators to manage their inventory in the most efficient and economical manner. What is the value proposition of these solutions and how can the supply chain be streamlined to ensure these assets are managed effectively? How best can you balance the need to provision for new aircraft types while destocking for mature fleets? Examining the innovative supply chain solutions available in the market.

§  MODERATOR: Graham Smith, Head of Business Development, BAE Systems Regional Aircraft

§  Josh Abelson, SVP Supply Chain Solutions, AeroTurbine

§  Carl Glover, VP Sales, AAR Aviation Supply Chain Group

§  Harmen Lanser, Director Component Management, KLM E&M

9:30 a.m.

Exhibition Hall Opens

10:10 a.m.

Break

10:25 a.m.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

E1 – IFE Complexity
The ever competitive market of cabin entertainment means that aircraft are now equipped with the latest technology and increasingly sophisticated systems. How are MROs handling these more complex IFE demands? How can you improve the reliability and supportability of the systems installed? This session will explore how IFE technology has developed, how to effectively manage the subsequent complexities and also look at what future IFE technologies are on the horizon for MROs and airlines to prepare for.

§  Lionel Fara, Aircraft Maintenance & Cabin Procurement Director, Air France

§  A speaker from Panasonic

E2 – Optimizing Operations with Engine Prognostics and Diagnostics
The ability to predict, track and monitor the performance of your engines is key in avoiding unscheduled maintenance and expensive man hours. In this session, we look at the latest offerings in remote diagnostics and trend monitoring and how this can assist airlines in reducing aircraft downtime. What benefits can on-condition maintenance programs bring to operators? Analyzing the advantages of employing a pro-active and preventative maintenance strategy.

§  MODERATOR: Rogério São Pedro, Aircraft Maintenance Powerplant Engineering Manager, TAP Maintenance & Engineering

§  Evren Avsar, Powerplant Engineer, SunExpress

§  Link Jaw, President, Scientific Monitoring

§  Dr. Uwe Zachau, Senior Manager Performance & Central Engineering, MTU Maintenance

E3 – Practical Applications of RFID
RFID is not a new technology but is being increasingly utilized in aviation to simplify and speed up the entire maintenance process. RFID technology has multiple applications in the maintenance and services functions and offers increased accuracy, speed and traceability, therefore increasing the cost-effectiveness of the entire operation. We explore the practical applications of RFID in the aviation maintenance sector and the ROI potential of RFID solutions.

§  Phil Coop, Program Manager, RFID Integrated Solutions, The Boeing Company

§  Fernando Ferreira Matos, Head of Information Technologies, TAP Maintenance & Engineering

§  Carsten Sowa, Program Manager RFID, Lufthansa Technik Logistik Services

11:15 a.m.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

F1 – MRO for Aging Aircraft
In an environment where credit is scarce, the option to extend the life of your existing fleet can be an appealing alternative to purchasing new aircraft. What is the market for MRO on mature aircraft? What technical and environmental considerations have to be evaluated when maintaining an aging fleet? What are the cost implications of keeping an older aircraft competitive and attractive? We investigate the factors that needed to be considered when maintaining an older fleet and weigh up the pros and cons of extending an aircraft’s life vs. choosing to renew your fleet.

§  MODERATOR: Richard Brown, Principal, ICF SH&E

§  Amir Ali, Chief Engineer, Maintenance Operation Centre, PIA Engineering

§  Steven Horder, Global Director, Honeywell Aerospace Trading

§  Dr. Franz Josef Kirschfink, Director Technology Projects, Lufthansa Technik

F2 – Impact of REACH Legislation on Aircraft Maintenance
The recent proposal by the EU to adapt the REACH legislation and restrict, and possibly eliminate, the use of 13 chromate substances could have a big impact on the maintenance industry. What impact would this regulation revision have on maintenance processes and future use of chemicals in aerospace applications? What action should the industry take to avoid compromising these safety critical functions? A look at the wider implications of the REACH legislation and how it would affect the aviation aftermarket.

§  MODERATOR: Vincent De Vroey, General Manager Technical & Operations, Association of European Airlines (AEA)

§  Lieke Bosua, Head of Environment, Health & Safety, KLM Engineering & Maintenance

§  Ana Paula Matos, Quality Engineering, Materials Technology & Environment, TAP Maintenance & Engineering

§  Cristian Samoilovich, on behalf of the HazMat Working Group, ADS UK & Director, Environmental Compliance Europe, The Boeing Company

F3 – Effective Component MRO Strategies
Having a successful component MRO strategy is essential to reducing overall maintenance costs. How can pooling be used to alleviate the financial burden of component support and are airlines willing to accept broader and deeper pooling arrangements? How will component maintenance change with new generation aircraft? In this session we will explore the challenges that operators face in relation to components in terms of stock, financing, insurance and configuration and look at possible solutions to address these issues.

§  MODERATOR: Jonathan Berger, VP, ICF SH&E

§  Jean-Marc Deville, Head of Repair Management & Ordering, Airbus

§  James Murray-Smith, GM Material Services & Commercial, British Airways Engineering

§  Kate Schaefer, General Manager Commercial Aircraft, Moog

12:00 p.m.

End of Concurrent Sessions

12:05 p.m.

PANEL DISCUSSION: Evolution of the European MRO Market
In this session we delve a little deeper into the dynamics of the European MRO market and look at the future vision. What challenges will MROs in the region face over the next 10 years? How will changes in environment affect their volume of business and is current activity sustainable? What impact will issues such as excess capacity, new aircraft, OEM penetration and technology have on the central players? We take a look at the competitive landscape and what factors will shape the market going forward.

§  MODERATOR: Lee Ann Tegtmeier, Managing Editor, Civil Aviation & MRO, Aviation Week

§  Panel to include:

§  Jonas Butautis, CEO, FL Technics

§  Jean-Luc Fournel, COO Customers, Sabena Technics

§  José Luis Quirós, Sales, Marketing & Business Development VP, Iberia Maintenance

§  Altug Sokeli, Sales & Marketing Director, Turkish Technic

12:45 p.m.

Customers Speak Out
Back by popular demand, we bring together a panel of key airline experts to frankly discuss what they want from their service providers and equipment manufacturers. Discover what the real expectations of operators are in the procurement process and what really matters to them when making that final purchasing decision. Find out which relationships, products and services are essential and which are less important, and why.

§  Panel to include:

§  Allan Fullilove, Technical Director, Senegal Airlines

§  John Palmer, Managing Director, Flybe Aviation Support & Former Director of Airline Operations & Deputy COO, Flybe

§  Swaran Sidhu, Head of Fleet Technical Management, easyJet

1:30 p.m.

MRO Europe Conference 2012 concludes

1:30 p.m.

Lunch in the Exhibition Hall

3:00 p.m.

Exhibition Hall Closes

 


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Event details
Organizer : Aviation Week
Event type : Conference
Reference : ASDE-2188