Pratt & Whitney Canada's research and development project will advance more sustainable aerospace technologies
As part of its continued commitment to a strong aerospace sector in Canada, the Government of Canada is making investments that will foster innovation and bolster competitiveness in the Canadian aerospace industry and accelerate its green transformation. The aerospace sector is a driving force for innovation and economic growth in Canada, which makes the greening of the industry a crucial part of the transition toward a low-carbon economy.
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a contribution of $11.3 million through the Strategic Innovation Fund to support Pratt & Whitney Canada's $34.9 million research and development (R&D) project targeted at maturing next-generation thermal engine technologies. By enabling more efficient performance and reduced emissions for future aircraft propulsion systems, these thermal engine technologies will help the sector move toward its net-zero carbon emissions objective.
By supporting R&D projects led by Pratt & Whitney Canada, investments by the Strategic Innovation Fund are expected to contribute to maintain thousands of jobs and employ students for around 325 co-op terms annually, and will involve collaborations with numerous research institutes and academic partners to support the advancement of aviation technology.
Based in Longueuil, Quebec, Pratt & Whitney Canada is a global leader in the development, manufacture and maintenance of gas turbine engines and auxiliary power units. This Strategic Innovation Fund investment will help position Canadian aerospace at the forefront of industry-wide efforts to develop green aerospace technologies to address the growing global demand for more sustainable aviation products.
