Roland Berger
Roland Berger, founded in 1967, is a leading global consultancy, operating 51 offices in all major markets.
We advise major international industry players, service companies and public institutions. Our activities cover the entire range of management consulting, from strategic advice to successful implementation.
Our Global Aerospace & Defense Competence Center, led by 30+ seasoned experts managing a team of 100 A&D dedicated consultants, is a recognized advisor of major A&D players around the globe. We help our clients capture new sources of growth, develop sustainable efficiency improvements and deliver deep industry expertise and cutting edge strategic advice. 50 employees
Other Locations: International
Products & Services: Business & Government Relations; Management; Manufacturing & Processing; Marketing & Operations
Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association (ACADA)
ACADA leads, connects, and champions a diverse, dynamic membership in a world-leading region of aerospace and defence.
The Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association (ACADA) supports, connects, and promotes a diverse and dynamic membership committed to delivering industry- leading aerospace and defence solutions to the world. Through custom services and programming in direct response to market needs, we help our members and our region innovate future potential for positive global impact.
Our 175+ members are doers, dreamers, and defenders who deliver vital products and services in land, marine, air, and space domains to the global marketplace. They are at the forefront of an ever-changing A&D industry.
We recognize the momentum and global reputation of our Atlantic Canadian region as a place to do business. Our ecosystem and our infrastructure are world-class.
Atlantic Canada employs 6% of the total Canadian aerospace industry and 16% of the total Canadian defence Industry. The region is home to a globally recognized aerospace, defence, marine and security cluster, employing 11,000+ and generating $1.24B in direct GDP.
Through custom services and programming in direct response to market needs, ACADA innovates opportunities for Atlantic Canada’s aerospace and defence innovators. In collaboration with all levels of government and across the region, the ACADA team provides strategic counsel, valuable connections, and opportunities for our members.
To view a full list of ACADA members, services, and program offerings visit our website.
ACADA’s activities are made possible in part by support from the Government of Canada through ACOA.
CEL Aerospace
CEL is a world leader in test equipment for aircraft engines; turboprops, turboshafts, turbofans/Jets, as well as APUs; with over 1,500 projects delivered and 35 years of experience in support of the engine OEMs, MRO and Military.
CEL offers upgrades and turnkey test equipment including engine test cells (fixed, mobile and multi-engine), Data Acquisition and Control Systems and specialized R&D facilities. CEL’s extensive global support network offers calibration and maintenance services.
100+ employees
Other Locations: USA; Poland; Singapore
Products & Services: Auxiliary Power Units; Calibration Services; Computer Equipment/Software/Systems; Contract Design & Manufacturing; Contract Engineering & Technical Personnel; Contract R & D; Engine Test Cells; Engineering; Software Design & Development; Support Services; Systems Integration; Test Rigs & Equipment; Turbofan Engines; Turboprop Engines; Turboshaft Engines
Acrolab Ltd.
Acrolab delivers complete turnkey heating and cooling systems for process tooling applications and has been supplying the aerospace industry for over 30 years. As a thermal management solutions company, we provide custom engineered systems for composites, plastics and rubber processors utilizing Isobar® heatpipes to enhance cooling, heating and optimize thermal uniformity.
With over 75 years in business, we look forward to being your thermal management partner,
delivering custom solutions for your most difficult process challenges. 19 employees
Other Locations: Montreal, QC
Products & Services: Calibration Services; Component Manufacturing & Processing; Contract Design & Manufacturing; Contract Engineering & Technical Personnel; Contract R & D; Engineering; Manufacturing & Processing; Research & Development; Satellites, Satellite Systems & Components & Software; Tooling
General Dynamics Mission Systems Canada
General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is a dynamic force in the aerospace business community, advancing Canada’s defence and security capabilities and its potential for increased global exports through leading-edge R&D, working with innovative suppliers, building Canada’s manufacturing base, and investing in a highly talented workforce. We offer advanced airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance on both manned and unmanned platforms. Our solutions simplify the complexity of airborne ISR for surface and sub-surface maritime, overland and littoral operations. 1,050 employees
Other Locations: Halifax, NS; Calgary, AB; Sherbrooke, QC
Products & Services: Advanced Air Mobility/Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems; Command & Control Systems; Data Handling & Processing Equipment; Helicopters; Signal Processing Equipment; Sonobuoys; Special Purpose Aircraft; Surveillance Systems
Babcock Canada Inc
Operating in Canada since 2008, Babcock Canada is a wholly owned subsidiary of Babcock International Group, a global defence, aerospace, and security company. For over 16 years, Babcock has been proud to play a critical role in supporting Canada’s safety and security, delivering engineering and critical support services to defence and civil customers.
Drawing on decades of global experience, Babcock delivers fully integrated solutions tailored specifically for Canada and its unique environment across the land, marine, and aviation sectors.
In the aviation sector, Babcock’s ability to deliver integrated fleet management brings together their expertise in maintenance, repair and overhaul, in-service support, and multiple other capabilities enabling life-cycle management of critical assets. Babcock’s mission is guided by the needs of their customers. Babcock ensures their services and assets are equipped to fulfill their customers’ missions wherever, whenever, and however needed.
Aerial Firefighting
Since 2019, Babcock has been proud to deliver critical aerial wildfire suppression services to the Province of Manitoba. As a leader in aerial firefighting in Canada, Babcock delivers a fully integrated and professional aerial firefighting management service, supporting Manitoba’s fleet of seven amphibious waterbomber aircraft and three Babcock-owned Twin Commander 690 “bird-dog” aircraft.
In 2023 alone, Babcock delivered over 1,500 flight hours, supported 674 fire missions, and completed 5,006 water drops.
Helicopter Emergency Medical Services
In 2023, Babcock was awarded a contract by Ascent Helicopters to support their delivery of rotary-wing air ambulance services for British Columbia Emergency Health Services. As the Approved Maintenance Organization on this contract, Babcock will be provisioning seven Leonardo AW169s to support the BCHEMS contract.
Babcock is proud to support Ascent Helicopters and work together to provide modern, reliable, and mission ready air ambulance services to the province of British Columbia.
532 employees across Canada
Other Locations: Winnipeg, MB; Victoria, BC; Halifax, NS; and other locations in Canada
Products & Services: Aircraft Conversions & MRO (Fixed Wing); Aviation Operations; Simulation & Training; Engineering; Engineering & Management Support; Support Services