On Friday 23 June, the renovation works for the new Aviation Talent Hub in building 54 were officially kicked off.
Aviato Academy, Aviato and their partners are joining forces to establish an unparalleled training facility in the heart of Brussels Airport. For this ‘Aviation Talent Hub’, the 3,500 m² building on the Ringlaan will be entirely renovated.
The Aviation Talent Hub will serve as the central hub for sourcing, attracting, retaining, and training airport talent. Together, the partners will pool their knowledge, expertise, and resources to support and drive the aviation sector by training talented professionals individually and in groups and equipping them with the necessary theoretical and practical skills to thrive in this dynamic and expanding industry.
The renovated building will not only accommodate traditional classrooms and practice spaces but also an advanced digital training center. The renovation project also includes the development of office spaces, meeting rooms, and event venues. Aviato Academy will establish its headquarters there and, in collaboration with Aviato, expand the hub into a knowledge center for airport talent, featuring an appealing Experience Center for airport jobs.
"With the development of the Aviation Talent Hub, we reaffirm our commitment to creating the airport of the future, where learning, growth, and innovation intertwine," stated Isabelle Borli, General Manager of Aviato Academy. "Our aim is not only to provide professional training for aviation jobs but also to enhance job opportunities and attract new talents to the airport. Through this new hub, we are bolstering our aviation training offerings on-site and fostering a sustainable workforce influx for the continued evolution of Brussels Airport's ecosystem."
The Aviation Talent Hub will meet the highest standards of energy efficiency using cutting-edge technologies, including green facades and rooftop solar panels. The building enjoys a central location at the airport and is easily accessible by public transportation, with direct bus connections to and from Brussels Airport's passenger terminal or Brucargo, as well as convenient access for cyclists.
The renovation works will be carried out in several phases, with the ground floor expected to be completed by the end of this year. The entire project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2024, and the Aviation Talent Hub, together with its state-of-the-art Experience Center, is set to be fully operational in early 2025.
Read the press release