The UK’s Aviation Minister has today launched a UK-led global taskforce at the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s (ICAO) Gender Summit in Spain to boost careers in the aviation sector.
Building on the success of the Government’s existing domestic programme Generation Aviation, which aims to build a resilient and diverse workforce fit for the future, the UK is partnering with Airport Council International (ACI World), International Air Transport Association (IATA), and the International Coordinating Council of Aerospace Industries Associations (ICCAIA) – demonstrating the importance of international collaboration to address global skills in aviation and aerospace.
Alongside other countries and industry, the taskforce will aim to inspire the next generation to pursue careers in aviation and will retain and upskill the current workforce as well as promote diversity – unleashing the sector’s economic potential and helping grow the economy.
Taskforce to address challenges
Aviation and Maritime Minister Baroness Vere said, “Since the pandemic, demand for flights has grown but the sector is still facing challenges in recruiting and retaining the people it needs globally.
“It takes a united effort to fix that which is why I am keen to work with international partners to attract the best talent to aviation and deliver a diverse and resilient workforce to overcome the challenges of the future.
“The UK has also committed to levelling up both the aviation and maritime sectors, by working with Spain to grow the economy and boost the sectors’ standards and sustainability.”
Sustainable MOU
Baroness Vere has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Spain to promote sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to reduce emissions in the aviation sector by sharing knowledge and best practice and fostering high standards of sustainability globally.
