Magellan Aerospace Opens Center for Nondestructive Inspection with Red River College

Today, the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic
Diversification and officials from Red River College celebrated the grand
opening of the Centre for Non-Destructive Inspection Technologies (CNDI) at
Magellan Aerospace.

"Our Government recognizes that innovation and advanced technology is vital
to Canada's economic growth," said Minister Yelich. "The technology available at
this facility is crucial to enhancing productivity in one of Manitoba's key
manufacturing sectors. Our Government's investment is playing a major role in
helping local companies operate more efficiently and remain competitive in
their industry."

Western Economic Diversification Canada invested to help Red River College
establish non-destructive inspection capability in Manitoba. CNDI is a
collaboration between government, education, and industry and is located on
the College's Industrial Campus at Magellan Aerospace.

"One of the key themes of Red River College's strategic plan is to fuel
Manitoba's economic growth and community development," said Stephanie
Forsyth, President of Red River College. "By partnering with the federal
government and Magellan Aerospace on the creation of CNDI, we're helping
spark innovation within the aerospace sector and giving researchers and
students access to state-of-the-art inspection equipment."

CNDI provides a competitive advantage for the manufacturing sector in
Manitoba while addressing the industry demand for skilled inspection staff.
Manufacturers and industry as a whole have access to the facility and Red River
College students are in the unique position of being trained to use this leading
edge technology.

"At Magellan, CNDI is integral in meeting the demanding production schedule
and quality requirements for the manufacture of the composite components
that comprise the next-generation F-35 aircraft", said Don Boitson, Vice
President and General Manager of Magellan Aerospace. "The productivity
enhancements, when compared to other traditional methods of inspection are
significant. A component that would take 8 hours to inspect using conventional
methods can take as little as 1 hour to inspect utilizing Laser UT. The benefits
provided through this technology are considerable in terms of efficiencies to
both cost and schedule. We are more than pleased to be part of this unique
enterprise that supports industry and advances education in our community."

Since 2006, the Harper Government, through WD, has invested in job-creating
small and medium-sized businesses, aerospace, marine and defence industries,
and supported innovative entrepreneurs in pursuing emerging markets. By
continuing to promote new economic opportunities, WD is helping to create
jobs, economic growth, and long-term prosperity.