Bombardier''s Contributions to Civil Aviation Climate Actions Recognized
- Contributions to reduction in overall aircraft emissions cited in Aviation Climate Solutions report - Three Bombardier initiatives recognized
(firmenpresse) - GENEVA, SWITZERLAND and MONTREAL, QUEBEC -- (Marketwired) -- 09/30/15 -- Note to editors: There is a photo associated with this press release.
Bombardier (TSX: BBD.A)(TSX: BBD.B)(OTCQX: BDRBF) is proud to be showcased in Air Transport Action Group (ATAG)''s Aviation Climate Solutions report, which was published on September 29 at the Global Sustainable Aviation Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. The report is a collection of climate action projects taking place throughout the civil aviation industry worldwide to reduce CO2 emissions.
Of the 100 examples of climate actions cited in the report, three Bombardier initiatives related to its Q400 turboprop, C Series airliner and Challenger 350 business jet are featured:
"Bombardier actively supports and contributes to the aviation industry''s climate change goals. We embed sustainability considerations at every stage by applying our product innovation lifecycle process - from design and manufacturing to end-of-life - as demonstrated by the three Bombardier examples in ATAG''s report," said Francois Caza, Vice President, Bombardier Product Development and Chief Engineer, Aerospace.
"Aviation plays a vital role in the global economy, providing connectivity for people and business. Our industry has also taken a lead in climate action, putting in place a comprehensive framework and goals to reduce emissions from air transport. The Aviation Climate Solutions are a set of case studies showing how different parts of the industry all over the world, including Bombardier, are working together to reduce our climate impact," observed Michael Gill, Executive Director, ATAG.
About Aviation Climate Solutions
Aviation Climate Solutions was released alongside an open letter from industry chief executives which reaffirms the industry''s commitment to climate action; and calls on governments to support the development of a global market-based measure for aviation emissions, improved efficiency in air traffic management, and accelerating research for alternative fuels and new technology.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world''s leading manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014, we posted revenues of $20.1 billion. News and information are available at or follow us on Twitter .
Bombardier, Q400, C Series, Challenger 350 and The Evolution of Mobility are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
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The full Aviation Climate Solutions report can be downloaded at the website
The open letter from industry chief executives is available at
The Air Transport Action Group is a coalition of organisations and companies throughout the air transport industry that drive the sustainable development of the air transport sector. Funding members include ACI, Airbus, ATR, Boeing, Bombardier, CANSO, CFM, Embraer, Honeywell Aerospace, GR, IATA, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce and Safran. .
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Air Transport Action Group
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