Henrik Runnemalm

Henrik holds the position as Vice President, Global Technology Center at GKN Aerospace Engine a world-leading actor in the commercial, military and space propulsion industry.

Henrik is a member of the board for the “Swedish strategic innovation program for aeronautics”, the Technical Committee for Clean Aviation and is member of the Research and Technology Committee of European Aerospace and Defense organization (ASD).
Henrik received his master degree in Mechanical Engineering from Luleå University of Technology where he also received his Ph.D. in computational mechanics. During his doctorate, he spent part of his time at Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada.

Panel 5: Alternate Designs for Sustainable Aviation

Thursday, January 18th
16:50 – 18:20   HG F 30 | Audi Max

Panelists: Martin Stadlbauer (MTU), Henrik Runnemalm (GKN), Hervé Morvan (Rolls-Royce), Tamur Goudarzi Pour (Swiss), Vince Sidwell (Pratt & Whitney)
Chair: Nico Buchholz (Advisor to aircraft, aerospace and mobility businesses)

Panel Abstract:

This panel will discuss alternative design options for commercial aviation, focused on sustainable propulsion solutions. The topic will include all emission reductions, including carbon and non-carbon emissions. Panelists will discuss approaches, benefits, and challenges of different options.