Third EASA International Cooperation Forum (ICF) Gets Underway in Singapore
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is organising the third edition of its International Cooperation Forum in Singapore from 15 to 17 November 2011. The Forum is being held at the Singapore Aviation Academy (SAA), hosted by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS).
EASA’s International Cooperation Forum, first held in 2008, brings together states and aviation organisations which apply the European aviation safety standards in their national or regional jurisdictions. Its aim is to share experience and best practice, discuss the latest developments in safety standards and promote aviation safety world-wide. The Forum is complemented with dedicated technical cooperation activities such as training courses and technical workshops.
'The European aviation safety system has become a point of reference', said Patrick Goudou, EASA Executive Director. 'At the same time, there is a lot we can learn from our international partners. The extension of our competences to all regulatory aspects of the aviation safety chain has opened up new areas of cooperation. I am confident that in this third edition of the EASA International Cooperation Forum, the first one in the Asia Pacific region, we can take our partnership a step further', he added.
'CAAS is pleased to host EASA's International Cooperation Forum this year, as part of the increasing cooperation between CAAS and EASA on aviation safety. With the continuing growth of aviation, ensuring a high level of safety is of even greater importance; and this Forum provides a useful platform for all the partners to work together towards this goal. It is particularly opportune that the International Cooperation Forum is being held in the Asia Pacific for the first time given the rapid development of aviation in this region,' said Yap Ong Heng, Director-General of CAAS.
Some 100 delegates from more than 50 civil aviation authorities and international organisations have come together in Singapore. The agenda of this year's conference features updates on a number of key developments in aviation safety in Europe, as well as in other world regions. Furthermore, a series of thematic workshops aim to provide the platform for constructive dialogue on four specific areas: Regional Safety Oversight Organisations (RSOO); technical cooperation in the form of organisational support; meeting ICAO requirements for the implementation of State Safety Programmes; and the surveillance of foreign operators.
The first and second EASA International Cooperation Forum took place in Cologne, Germany (2008) and in Dubai, UAE (2010). For more information, visit the dedicated website.
About the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is the centerpiece of the European Union's strategy for aviation safety. Our mission is to promote and achieve the highest common standards of safety and environmental protection in civil aviation. Based in Cologne, the Agency currently employs more than 500 experts and administrators from all over Europe.
Website: www.easa.europa.eu
About the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
The mission of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) is to “Grow a safe, vibrant air hub and civil aviation system, making a key contribution to Singapore's success”. CAAS' roles are to oversee and promote safety in the aviation industry, develop the air hub and aviation industry, provide air navigation services, develop Singapore as a centre for aviation knowledge and training, and contribute to the development of international aviation.
Website: www.caas.gov.sg
About the Singapore Aviation Academy (SAA)
Founded in 1958, the Singapore Aviation Academy (SAA) is the training arm of CAAS. Over the past 50 years, SAA has established itself as a renowned centre of learning in aviation. It continuously introduces new programmes to address the needs of aviation professionals at all stages of their careers. In 2000, SAA was conferred the prestigious Edward Warner Award by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) for its eminent contribution as a centre of excellence in international civil aviation training. To date, SAA has trained more than 52,000 participants from 190 countries. SAA has currently four specialised schools - School of Aviation Management, School of Civil Aviation Safety and Security, School of Air Traffic Services and School of Airport Emergency Services.
Website: www.saa.com.sg
For more information, please contact:
EASA:
Savina Zakoula-Cherdron
Press Officer
Tel: (49) 221 89990 2008
Fax: (49) 221 89990 2508
Email: savina.zakoula-cherdron@easa.europa.eu
CAAS:
Nadine Kang
Senior Executive (Corporate Communications)
Tel: (65) 6541 2085
Mobile: (65) 9617 7699
Email: nadine_kang@caas.gov.sg