We promote the sector to public decision-makers.
As the industry’s representative union, GICAN represents the sector in dealings with public authorities (ministries, central, regional and local administrations) and elected representatives (members of parliament, associations of elected representatives, etc.), at both national and European level. Our aim is to raise awareness of the issues facing our sector and influence decision-making, in order to commit our industry to sustainable development.
GICAN organizes numerous meetings and events, and drafts position papers for distribution on these occasions. We meet with groups of parliamentarians from all walks of life in Paris and Brussels, ministerial cabinets, central administrations and other bodies of interest to highlight the challenges facing our civil and military industries: productivity deficit, need for support for innovation and decarbonization, taxonomy issues, competitiveness, recruitment, importance of exports, etc.
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#Institutional visits to industrial sites
Organization of institutional visits to members’ premises for elected representatives and central government officials, to raise awareness of the industry’s challenges.
#Press relations and Press tours
Promotion of the naval industry and media presence supported by the AYA Communication agency. We organize press tours during the EURONAVAL exhibition or as part of influence campaigns designed to highlight the sector, its manufacturers, and their latest innovations.
#Visibility/promotion of members
Organization of meetings with members during parliamentary missions or inspections by general oversight bodies. Participation in events with public authorities to align our industry with their strategic priorities. Maintaining relations with journalists specializing in defense and industrial issues. A showcase website for the shipbuilding and maritime sectors. Active social media presence to coordinate ecosystem communication and promote member initiatives.
Social networks:
Twitter account, Linkedin Page”
#Strengthening Ties Between the French Navy and Industry
Organization of Cercle Mer & Avenir meetings and dinners in partnership with the Centre for Strategic Studies of the Navy (CESM). These events bring together industrial leaders and naval officers to discuss naval defense issues, helping companies understand the Navy’s expectations and adapt their offerings to defense requirements.
#Publication of position papers
GICAN and SEA Europe publishe and distribute various position papers on issues that need to be highlighted.
#Creation of reference publications
GICAN produces a number of recurrent publications.
#Naval Industry Meetings
These meetings bring together GICAN members, industry and defense journalists, administrations, and public decision-makers to present the year’s naval and maritime challenges. As a key networking event for the ecosystem, it facilitates dialogue on shared industrial challenges.
#Organization of two major trade fairs in France: EURONAVAL and EUROMARITIME
GICAN’s events subsidiary, SOGENA, organizes these 2 trade shows, and federates Pavillons France. To find out more, follow the link!