LSIWC at the international Aeromart Nagoya event in Japan

From 24 to 26 September 2025, Aeromart Nagoya – the flagship aerospace B2B event in Japan will take place in Nagoya. This is one of the most significant international business events in the aviation and aerospace sector. Over three days, the forum will bring together decision-makers, companies, and research institutes from around the world, offering high-level networking and cooperation opportunities.

The Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) has prepared a brochure featuring Latvian engineering companies and research institutes, including the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry. The brochure highlights our institute’s expertise in developing new materials, including cryogenic insulation solutions applied in the European Ariane-6 launcher, developed in cooperation with the European Space Agency (ESA) and ArianeGroup.

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