Membership Information

Join the Global Industrial Cooperation Association

GICA is the leading association fostering global industrial cooperation in various fields including Defense, Aerospace, Technology, Engineering, Consulting, Finance, Trade, and Advisory Services. From yearly conferences that provide ample opportunities for education & networking, to our online communication tools like the Partnership Portal & Career Center, GICA provides its members with tools to help strengthen global business relationships.

"My introduction to GICA dates back to 2010 and I have since participated at every event. I was humbled by the wealth of knowledge and expertise that I was exposed to. I have seen GICA transform during my years as a member, not only through diversifying in gender participation, but by a focused drive to empower industries and to facilitate authorities to share thoughts, trends and innovation. My view is that GICA is doing a sterling job discharging its wide-reaching mandate. I have benefitted tremendously from attending GICA events, both as an individual and as a representative of Cisco Systems."

"Our firm’s partners have been associated with GICA and its predecessor organizations for nearly 30 years. It continues to evolve and bring together governments, industry and service firms to aid in creating and sharing industry best practices. It is the best and most efficient forum we have found to stay current and interact with government representatives as they share their evolving policy updates and increasing requirements of industrial cooperation, and local partnering beyond aerospace and defense and into technology, infrastructure, healthcare, extractive and other civil industries."

"IPAC would like to thank GICA for the opportunity to present some of the issues involved Canadian offset. We hope the attendees had their questions answered and understand where they can find additional information. We would also like to encourage any company interested in doing business in the Canadian defence sector to become a member in IPAC. IPAC offers an environment of likeminded individuals who can offer support and facilitate discussions about conceptual ideas before approaching ISED. It provides a unique opportunity for companies to gain experience from each other, especially in complex cases and to build business relationships in Canada."

Enjoy the following benefits as a GICA Member!

Companies who wish to join GICA are kindly asked to submit an application that is reviewed by the Board of Directors through an approval process.

GICA memberships provide employees from that respective company access to all of the following member benefits.

Membership Benefits

Event Discounts

All GICA members are provided significant discounts to all GICA conferences including all in-person or virtual settings. Each event plays host to global industry leaders hand picked by the GICA Board of Directors and by the Conference Director.

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Access to Government Industrial Cooperation Policies

Stay in the know, with the most up-to-date list of Government Industrial Cooperation Policies in one easy location.

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Access to the Membership Directory

Interested in connecting with other GICA members? With the Membership Directory, generate new business contacts or leads through updated search parameters.

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Share Your Company News with the GICA Community!

GICA is happy to share news articles highlighting GICA members. Interested in sharing your company news on the GICA Social Media Channels?

Share Your Company News with GICA

Knowledge Sharing

GICA is the perfect opportunity for members to connect and share knowledge on their fields of experience with other industry leaders. Join GICA and get access to other GICA members through our membership forum. Here, you will be able to message, connect and share news in real-time with other GICA members.

Strengthen Your Professional Development

When you become a member of GICA, you have the ability to serve on the GICA Board of Directors or on a Committee. Your input, collaboration, and skills can help grow the association, our members and ultimately YOU! Join a GICA committee today.

Join a Committee

Mentorship Program

GICA Members have the option to enroll in our mentoring program, designed to facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange around industrial cooperation topics. Whether you are an experienced professional looking to give back or a mentee seeking guidance, this program is the perfect opportunity to connect with industry experts and enhance your skills.

Learn more about the Mentorship Program here.

GICA Member Structure for 2024

Regular Membership:

GICA Regular Members are primary contractors engaged in manufacturing or providing services (other than offset services) or are subcontractors who supply components or services. These members have incurred or anticipate incurring an industrial cooperation obligation as a condition of sale either direct from a customer or through a flow-down subcontract from a prime contractor and such industrial cooperation obligation is imposed by a country other than that where the contractor or subcontractor is based.

Become a Regular Member

Associate Membership:

GICA Associate Members are any other company who does not fall under a Regular Membership but actively engage, anticipate engaging or may benefit in the business of industrial cooperation.

Become an Associate Member

Membership Subscription Levels:

NOTE: Are you a Government Official?

Individuals or entities that represent a Government entity, Armed Services etc., should be advised that they are not eligible to become a GICA Member. However, they are able to attend all GICA events and benefit from discounted Government rates for attending events. Contact info@gica.org for more information.