Aviation
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Rabat’s runway, a food firm cutting back on waste and the footwear company that’s still a step ahead.
From Toulouse to French Guiana, France’s aerospace industry still sets the pace
France’s aerospace industry is in rude health – so how do airlines and manufacturers on the ground keep hitting the heights?
Rising above it
Despite uncertain times for the aerospace industry, Airbus’s outgoing CEO Tom Enders is still smiling.
High flyer
Emirates president Sir Tim Clark piloted the airline from humble beginnings to become the world’s fourth-largest carrier. He insists he’s won by being optimistic – and keeping the wine on tap.
Aiming high
Not long ago, airBaltic was nosediving. Now it's filling European skies with its lime-green livery and has its sights set on becoming an international jetsetter.
Runway success
One Aussie family decided to build a new international airport. And now Toowoomba is going places.
Radical departure
To create an aircraft cabin and transit lounge to suit the longest of all long hauls, Qantas turned to an innovative designer prepared to go the extra mile.
High spirits
The aviation industry is opening up to a world of possibilities, including artisan cocktails, as products designed to enhance the in-flight experience begin to take off.
Blue-sky thinker
An aeronautical eureka moment helped Michimasa Fujino relaunch the stalled Honda Aircraft project – and its HA-420 is now the private-aviation industry’s most sought-after jet.
