HAPSS IN THE NEWS
9 October 2024
HAPSS Featured in ‘De Telegraaf’: Pioneering Sustainable Aviation
Erik Geertsema, representing Conscious Aerospace, and Ron van Manen, representing LiT, gave a detailed interview for De Telegraaf, discussing the national efforts needed to decarbonize aviation.
Read the full article for insights into their work and the future on sustainable aviation.
15 September 2024
HAPSS Insights Presented at ICAS 2024
From September 9-13, 2024, the latest developments from the HAPSS project were shared at the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences (ICAS) in Florence, Italy. This renowned global event, featuring over 650 participants from academia and industry, focused on the future of aerospace technology.
Bartjan Rietdijk, Lead Certification Engineer at Conscious Aerospace, presented findings from the HAPSS Hydrogen-Electric Retrofit project. His presentation drew significant interest, highlighting the increasing focus on sustainable aviation solutions. Key topics included advancements in fuel cell technology and shifting regulatory standards, illustrating the collaborative efforts needed to drive climate-neutral aviation forward.
Members of IAC
8 March 2024
Press Release
Launch of the International Advisory Council
On March 7, the first meeting of the International Advisory Council (IAC) of Aviation in Transition took place. This council consists of experts with extensive experience and knowledge in the aviation sector and related topics. During this meeting, the members of our international advisory council got acquainted with each other, the board members of LiT, and several subprojects. They have already provided valuable advice on a number of initial subprojects, confirming the value of the IAC.
24 February 2023
Flying Start of Aviation in Transition
Luchvaart in Transitie
On February 15, 2023, the National Growth Fund's Aviation in Transition project kicked off with a dynamic event at the Fokker Terminal in The Hague, gathering 250 participants from across the aviation industry. Key speakers, including Ron van Manen and Michel van Ierland from Conscious Aerospace, highlighted groundbreaking developments in sustainable aviation, with a focus on hydrogen-powered technologies. The event showcased collaborative efforts to make aviation climate-neutral, including the HAPSS project led by Conscious Aerospace, which aims for the first hydrogen-powered flight from Rotterdam to London by 2028.
Discover how the HAPSS project is leading the charge toward sustainable aviation—read the full article now!
15 February 2024
First Project Day of 2024
Luchvaart in Transitie
The first Project Day of Aviation in Transition 2024 was a successful networking event, bringing together project leaders to share updates and insights. Ron van Manen, Director of Aviation in Transition, and Ilse Beoletto from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management provided updates on the LiT program and National Growth Fund. Daan van Dijk highlighted sustainability initiatives at Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Schiphol, focusing on European collaboration to accelerate innovation. The DutcH2 Aviation Hub at Rotterdam Airport, home to the HAPSS project by Conscious Aerospace, showcased progress in hydrogen availability and infrastructure. Presentations from GKN and NAG leaders further emphasized ecosystem-wide advancements in aviation sustainability.
12 October 2023
Press Release
Conscious Aerospace takes a crucial step in hydrogen-powered aviation with the festive inauguration of the hangar at Rotterdam Hague Airport
13 June 2023
Piloot en Vliegtuig
Conscious ontwerpt waterstofopslagsysteem
06 June 2023
Innovation Quarter
Nederland ontwikkelt waterstof-elektrisch systeem voor eerste emissievrije vlucht met passagiers in 2028
24 April 2023
Press Release
Conscious Aerospace and De Havilland Aircraft of Canada announce the first phase of co-operation for Zero emissions aviation.
1 February 2023
Start event 15th of February 2023
Luchvaart in Transitie
The HAPSS project, led by Conscious Aerospace, has been officially mentioned for the first time in the news as part of the groundbreaking Aviation in Transition project. During the kickoff event on February 15 at the Fokker Terminal in The Hague, HAPSS was highlighted as a key initiative in accelerating the sustainability of aviation, helping to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. Supported by the National Growth Fund and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, this marks a significant milestone for HAPSS as we collaborate with over 60 participating parties to revolutionize aviation.
Read the full article and learn how HAPSS is leading the way in sustainable aviation!
13 June 2022
The Guardian
Dutch group targets hydrogen-fuelled commercial flight in 2028
13 juni 2022
EenVandaag
Naar je vakantiebestemming in een vliegtuig op waterstof: dankzij 17 Nederlandse bedrijven (waaronder Fokker) moet dat in 2028 kunnen.
13 juni 2022
BNR Nieuwradio
Interview Michel van Ierland
13 juni 2022
Luchtvaartnieuws
Nederlands waterstofvliegtuig vliegt vanaf 2028
13 juni 2022
AD
Bedrijven: Al over zes jaar emissievrij naar Londen met vliegtuigen op waterstof
12 juni 2022