According to new research, creating a greener aerospace sector is key to the industry bouncing back from COVID-19.

The second part of Protolabs’ Horizon Shift report, which involved aerospace business leaders from across Europe, reveals that more than three quarters of firms (77%) expect environmental credibility to become a key differentiator moving forward, while 72% indicate that new materials will be the driving force in lowering emissions and making air travel cleaner.

In addition, 65% believe investment in innovation that reduces emissions should continue despite the pandemic, with 42% now transforming their supply chains as part of the drive to cut down CO2 output. The latest survey, which was conducted as a follow-up to an initial report of 325 executives taken in February and March, presents a unique insight into the sector, particularly with regard to what has changed as a result of the pandemic.

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