Bahrain International Airshow takes off

More than 180 companies, 100 delegations and around 100 aircraft will take part in the Bahrain International Airshow’s sixth edition, which took off today. Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) in its sixth edition celebrates a decade of distinction, with an exciting programme of new features, industry-leading content, and a first-class networking experience with key regional decision-makers. Held under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and under the supervision of Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Personal Representative of His Majesty the King and Chairman of BIAS’ Supreme Organising Committee, the major aviation event runs till November 11 at the Sakhir Airbase. Organised by Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications and the Royal Bahraini Airforce in association with Farnborough International, BIAS has been designed to reflect aerospace and defence industry demands and will harness global expertise to provide crucial thought leadership. The airshow is a true platform that showcases the Kingdom’s ideal position as a gateway to the Gulf region and beyond, says Bahrain’s Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, HE Mohamed bin Thamer AlKaabi. “This is a milestone year for BIAS, celebrating a decade of distinction since launching the airshow in 2010, and the show’s continued success is evidenced by the large number of international companies that return for each show,” says AlKaabi.<br/>