Leiden University joins CANSO as its newest Academia Member

The Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO), the global voice of the air traffic management (ATM) industry, is delighted to welcome the International Institute of Air and Space Law (IIASL) at Leiden University as its newest CANSO Research and Academia member. This partnership marks a significant step in fostering collaboration between academia and the ATM sector, enabling shared advancements in research, education and innovation for the aviation industry. Leiden University joins a growing community of Research and Academia members committed to advancing the future of air traffic management.

Through CANSO’s Academia and Research membership category, Leiden University will engage with other CANSO members on a wide range of research initiatives, collaborative projects and knowledge-sharing opportunities.

“We are thrilled to welcome Leiden University as a member of CANSO”, said Simon Hocquard, Director General of CANSO. “Their expertise and dedication to advancing research and education in aviation align perfectly with CANSO’s goals. We look forward to seeing the positive impact that the IIASL will bring to our industry through fresh insights and innovative research, and the next generation of aviation professionals studying Leiden’s award-winning Advanced Masters programme in Air and Space Law.”

Professor Steven Truxal, Director of the IIASL, commented: “Joining CANSO offers a fantastic opportunity for the IIASL at Leiden University to deepen its engagement with the aviation sector. We are excited to contribute to the advancement of air traffic management, collaborate with industry leaders, and bring new perspectives to the challenges and opportunities facing ATM today.”

As a CANSO Research and Academia member, Leiden University gains access to the Future Skies Academic Research (FUSAR) Network, a platform designed to facilitate independent research, training and collaboration within the ATM industry. Through this network, Leiden University will contribute to CANSO’s mission to shape the future of airspace management by participating in research projects, sharing insights and fostering innovation.