Four innovative New Zealand aviation companies – Aeronet, Eye In The Sky, Flightcell and Salus Aviation – will be showcasing their services and products at the 30th annual Helicopter Association of Canada (HAC) Conference and Trade Show. Hundreds of aviation companies, operators and executives will gather for the largest annual event in Canada’s helicopter industry from November 4 to 6, 2025, at the TradeX Centre in Abbotsford, British Columbia.

“New Zealand’s aviation industry continues to have a strong and growing presence in Canada,” said Rhea Cowell, Trade Commissioner and Consul General Vancouver at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, the New Zealand government’s international business development agency, which is hosting the Kiwi contingent attending HAC. “The annual HAC Conference and Tradeshow provides a powerful stage for innovation and collaboration. Our New Zealand companies are bringing cutting-edge technology, breakthrough solutions and a clear vision for progress and partnership.”

The rugged terrain and remote access shared by both New Zealand and Canada drive bold and inventive solutions. “By sharing best practices, learnings and experiences, we’re shaping a future that prioritizes safety, champions sustainability and drives economic growth,” said Cowell.

New Zealand’s aviation industry is known for its very high standards, quality and innovation. It also has one of the highest per capita uses of helicopters in the world. “The New Zealand companies participating at HAC 2025 are keen to grow their international presence,” said Cowell. “All of these companies are already embedded in the Canadian market and eager to bring their expertise to the evolving aviation ecosystem.”

Check out what some New Zealand companies are doing and how participants can connect with them at HAC 2025:

Aeronet (Booth #413) offers a unique approach to software implementation — flexible, customer-driven, and built around aviation operation needs. Whether customers are upgrading existing systems or starting from scratch, Aeronet’s modular platform adapts to their workflows, not the other way around. Come and see its team at the conference or get in touch to discover how Aeronet can simplify operations and support growth.

Eye In The Sky (Booth #635) is pleased to announce the appointment of Keir Brown as General Manager. With a strong background in aviation sales and business development, Keir will be leading the company’s efforts to drive sales growth and accelerate the evolution of cockpit video recording technology. As the aviation industry continues to prioritize safety, training, and operational oversight, Eye In The Sky remains committed to delivering cutting-edge video and flight data recording solutions. Under Mr. Brown’s leadership, the company will focus on expanding its market presence and advancing its next-generation recording systems to meet the evolving needs of operators worldwide. Attendees of HAC 2025 will have the opportunity to connect with him and discuss the future of cockpit video solutions. Flightcell (Booth #509) is excited to announce its latest innovation, the Flightcell Controller—a compact, lightweight, and user-friendly interface for controlling the Flightcell DZMx PLUS, providing cellular and satellite voice, data, and tracking capabilities. Salus Aviation (Booth #143) Salus Aviation will take advantage of the 2025 HAC Convention to engage with the Canadian operators on ways of working together across their Safran engine module exchange program, fleet retirement and repurpose program and ongoing MRO and parts support to the region.

The company recently announced the appointment of Natasha Dean to the role of Head of MRO Sales. She looks forward to meeting the Canadian operators to discuss MRO, parts sales and STC opportunities with Salus.