漢翔總經理曹進平接任臺灣區航太工業同業公會理事長

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臺灣區航太工業同業公會於 2025 年 8 月 21 日召開第十一屆第二次會員代表大會，完成理事長補選。因前理事長、漢翔公司前總經理馬萬鈞屆齡退休並請辭，經會員代表全體投票決議，由現任漢翔總經理 曹進平 接任新任理事長，並於隨後的理事會中以全數通過高票當選。

曹進平在當選感言中表示，將以「整合資源、共創新局」為核心理念，帶領航太公會會員廠商攜手發展，致力於打造臺灣航太產業「國家隊」形象。他強調，漢翔將持續擔任產業發展的「火車頭」，帶動會員協同合作，拓展國內外市場，推動技術升級與全球供應鏈佈局。

為因應會員數量增加及國際交流日益頻繁，公會近年成立五大專業委員會及商情小組，涵蓋國際趨勢、產業培訓及技術研發等面向，協助會員掌握全球航太商情，並促進廠商間資源共享。曹進平指出，未來將持續強化這些平台功能，加速人才培育、技術整合與國際合作。

在無人機、低軌衛星及複合材料等新興領域的快速發展下，曹進平表示，臺灣航太產業必須提升自主研發能量，強化供應鏈韌性，並積極投入數位轉型與永續發展，以維持在全球市場的競爭優勢。同時，航太公會也將協助會員取得國防部廠商資格級別認證，積極參與國防自主計畫，並推動跨產業合作，涵蓋造船、汽車輪轂與先進材料等領域，進一步擴大商機。

三大觀察重點

1. 漢翔持續擔任領頭羊角色

漢翔公司在臺灣航太產業的核心地位不變，曹進平上任後，公會將以漢翔為「火車頭」，帶動整體供應鏈與國際合作。

2. 新興航太市場布局

公會將積極投入無人機、低軌衛星及複合材料等新興市場，透過技術升級與產業整合，提升臺灣在全球供應鏈的影響力。

3. 國防自主與跨產業合作
協助會員取得國防部資格認證，建立國防產業供應鏈，同時推動造船、複合材料與汽車等跨領域合作，創造更多商機。

AIDC President J.P. Tsao Appointed as New Chairman of Taiwan Aerospace Industry Association

On August 21, 2025, the Taiwan Aerospace Industry Association (TAIA) held its 11th General Assembly and successfully elected J.P. Tsao, President of Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC), as the new chairman. The election was prompted by the retirement of former chairman Ma Wanjun, and Tsao was unanimously elected by the board.

In his inaugural remarks, Tsao pledged to focus on resource integration, technological advancement, and international collaboration, positioning TAIA as a unified “national aerospace team.” He emphasized AIDC’s continued role as the industry’s growth engine, leading member companies to strengthen cooperation, expand global market opportunities, and enhance Taiwan’s position in the global aerospace supply chain.

To meet the growing demand for international engagement, TAIA has established five specialized committees and a business intelligence unit, covering areas such as global market trends, talent development, and technology innovation. Tsao stated that these platforms will be further optimized to accelerate talent cultivation, supply chain integration, and cross-border partnerships.

With emerging opportunities in drones, low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites, and advanced composites, Tsao highlighted the importance of increasing Taiwan’s R&D capabilities, boosting supply chain resilience, and driving digital transformation and sustainability initiatives. Additionally, TAIA plans to assist members in securing defense-related certifications, strengthen participation in national defense projects, and foster cross-industry collaborations with shipbuilding, automotive, and advanced material sectors.

Three Key Insights

1. AIDC Continues to Lead Taiwan’s Aerospace Industry

AIDC remains the industry’s core driver, with Tsao’s leadership expected to consolidate resources and enhance Taiwan’s role in the global aerospace ecosystem.

2. Expansion into Emerging Markets

The association will strategically develop capabilities in drones, LEO satellites, and composite materials to increase Taiwan’s competitiveness in next-generation aerospace technologies.

3. Defense Integration and Cross-Industry Collaboration

TAIA will facilitate members’ qualification for defense procurement, promote national defense autonomy, and strengthen partnerships across shipbuilding, composites, and automotive sectors.