Alabama’s presence and visibility at the Farnborough International Airshow was larger this year in terms of team members and meeting space. “Industry announcements at Farnborough or Paris are always significant,” said Bob Smith, Commerce’s aerospace industry specialist. “Alabama state leaders have made key investments in recent years to expand our global industrial recruitment reach,” said Christina Stimpson, Commerce’s chief officer of global business. “Being at the Farnborough Airshow on the world stage is critical for our state’s aerospace and defense sector,” Smith said. “Farnborough once again demonstrated why Alabama continues to be recognized as a global leader in aerospace and aviation,” said Crock.