OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire -07/13/12)- The Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry, congratulated the Canadian aerospace industry for its strong presence at Farnborough International Airshow 2012. Owing to their ingenuity, innovative capacity and stellar international reputation, Canadian companies announced more than $2.5 billion in new and projected business during the show.

"Canada's performance at this year's event was impressive as usual," said Minister Paradis. "By combining our diverse talent and advanced manufacturing strength with our world-leading investment climate, Canada once again showed that it is a front-runner in the global aerospace industry."

While at the Farnborough Airshow, Minister Paradis met with key international aerospace stakeholders to promote Canada as an attractive destination for aerospace investment and highlighted the extensive technological capabilities of Canadian aerospace firms.

Highlights from the show include the following:

A flagship event for the aerospace and aviation industries, the Farnborough International Airshow, held in Farnborough, England, and taking place from July 9 to 15 this year, is attended by companies from around the world.

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Minister Paradis Commends Canadian Aerospace Industry at Farnborough International Airshow 2012