Quebec’s most prestigious business awards program honours Bombardier for technological innovation

Bombardier was awarded a top prize for technical innovation in the 2022 Les Mercuriades competition May 2 during a gala event in Montreal.  

The Les Mercuriades competition is Quebec’s most prestigious business awards program sponsored by the Federation of Québec Chambers of Commerce (Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec, FCCQ). Bombardier received the honour in the Technological Innovation category for advancements in its groundbreaking Smart Link Plus connected aircraft program.  

Bombardier’s Smart Link Plus connected aircraft program is an advanced aircraft health monitoring system (AHMS) capable of interpreting real-time flight systems data and generating alerts while an aircraft is in flight as well as on the ground. The heart of the program is the Smart Link Plus box – an advanced Health Monitoring Unit (HMU) “smart” box capable of generating key data for customers, enabling them to increase the operational efficiency of their aircraft and minimize return-to-service times through data-driven decisions. 

“We are delighted to have this prestigious recognition of our transformative Smart Link Plus technology,” said Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Bombardier’s Executive Vice President, Customer Services and Support, and Corporate Strategy. “At Bombardier, our strong focus on innovation, coupled with our homegrown talent continue to pioneer industry breakthroughs and contribute to the strength of the Canadian aerospace industry on the international stage as well as to the culture of technological excellence in Québec.”