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Berlin wants to boost aviation – industry demands relief

The German government has adopted a new strategy to strengthen the aviation sector. The industry welcomes the move but is calling for concrete measures to tackle high location costs.

Berlin wants to boost aviation – industry demands relief
Photo: Tagesschau

According to Tagesschau, the German government wants to boost aviation with a new strategy. Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced investments in aviation and aerospace. The industry broadly welcomed the decision but is demanding concrete measures.

Above all, the industry complains about high location costs in Germany. Companies expect the government to provide tangible relief, for example on taxes and duties. The government initially did not provide details on the strategy.

Source: Tagesschau