As the message of greetings reads, the Gidroaviasalon-2012 International Exhibition & Scientific Conference of Hydroaviation presents the latest achievements from the world's leading manufacturers of seaplanes and carrier-based aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles and naval equipment, as well as the other developments in the industry.

"This event is an important opportunity for Russian and foreign experts to exchange experience and discuss the development of the industry," the Prime Minister noted. He expressed hope that the exhibition would contribute to the cooperative implementation of promising projects, as well as to the modernisation and competitiveness of the Russian aircraft industry.