As the largest and most professional industry event in Macau, the 6th Macau Business Aviation Exhibition will take place from 3 to 5 November, 2017 at Macau International Airport.

The Macau government has been actively pursuing the development of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, under the guidance of "One Belt and One Road" initiative launched by the central government, against the backdrop of a rapidly expanding Chinese economy. The business aviation market in China offers strategic opportunities for Macau, which has been a regional platform for Southeast Asia and the world through close trade and economic relations with Portuguese-speaking countries and the European Union.

The 6th edition of the Exhibition will cover over 22,000 square meters, with 12 business aircrafts confirmed to make an appearance, including Cessna Citation Latitude from Textron Aviation, G650, G450, G220 and G200 models from Gulfstream and other exhibitors, Dassault Falcon Jet 7X and 8X, Embraer Lineage1000 and Legacy650 and Bombardier CRJ200 and CL850.

These aircrafts include medium range models designed for regional markets, as well as long range models which are ideal for intercontinental markets, reflecting the diverse trend and needs for business aviation in the Greater China market. These advanced aircrafts provide an efficient solution to business executives with a demanding schedule, who are often actively involved in business negotiations across different regions. Business aviation manufacturers and operators from around the world are closely following developments in the burgeoning market in Greater China and determined to offer tailored solutions for individuals with specific needs.

Earlier in 2017, China's Civil Aviation Administration launched a plan on "Generation Aviation Development during the 13th Five-Year-Plan", and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area is one of the key national areas identified in the plan. Business aviation will support this Area to become a world-class city cluster.

At the invitation of Macau Business Aviation Exhibition organizing committee, AsBAA will be collaborating with Nam Kwong Group and China Aviation Supplies Holding Company to launch a "General and Business Aviation Executive Forum" during the 6th Exhibition. The Forum theme will focus on "General and Business Aviation Opportunities in the Greater Bay Area" against the backdrop of "One Belt, One Sky", echoing the "One Belt and One Road" initiative. Specific topics include infrastructure investment and development, aviation lease financing, government policies and the regulatory environment, customer service and talent development.

As a non-for-profit organization, AsBAA counts about 150 member companies from Greater China and Southeast Asia, covering business aviation operators, aircraft manufacturers, service providers and customers. The association provides a platform for open dialogue and best practice sharing amongst member companies through its three core pillars of Advocacy, Representation and Community. The co-hosting of this Forum with two important partners demonstrates AsBAA's continuous efforts towards building a vibrant business aviation community.

Contributed by AsBAA