A
partnership venture to inspire innovation and competitiveness in the aerospace
industry has been announced by Trade and Industry Secretary Patricia Hewitt.
The
Aerospace Innovation and Growth Team will include representatives from the
industry, key stakeholders and Government officials.
The
team will look at medium and long-term issues affecting the aerospace sector.
Hewitt
said: "The aerospace industry in the UK has been very successful, but it
is facing increasing competition from other parts of the world. The Innovation
and Growth Team is a great opportunity for the key stakeholders to work
together for the future success of the industry."