Team Canada at Hannover Messe
The announcement was made at Hannover Messe, the world's largest industrial trade show, running from April 20, 24, hosting over 130,000 visitors from 150 countries and 4,000 exhibiting companies from around the world.
The Canadian delegation, led by NGen and The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will bring over 100 Canadian companies working on AI, robotics, advanced materials, and manufacturing processes for defence to forge new business partnerships and showcase Canadian industrial innovations on the world stage.
New Advanced Manufacturing Projects Underway
The new funding is provided through NGen's Advanced Manufacturing Technology Program which is designed to strengthen the competitiveness of Canada's manufacturing sector, drive more innovation and investment in advanced manufacturing technologies in Canada, generate new commercial opportunities for Canadian companies in global markets, grow world-leading Canadian enterprises, and develop a modern and inclusive workforce with the skills to excel in advanced manufacturing.
Combined with $38 million in direct investment from industry, the projects represent a total investment of over $62.7 million to strengthen the Canadian advanced manufacturing sector.
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