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About PMA

The Paraglider Manufacturers Association (PMA) represents the interests of paraglider manufacturers globally. We are dedicated to sustainably further the technology and the quality of the paragliding sport. We interact and partner with pilot associations, authorities, flight schools, paragliding institutions, and the general public.

The PMA focuses on safety, quality, technology, and sustainability in
the paragliding world.


PMA Members

Fifteen international paragliding equipment manufacturers and suppliers are organized in the PMA. With a sum total market share of more than 64% they constitute a significant representation of the worldwide paragliding equipment market.

“The PMA’s 15 member organizations represent more than 64% of the worldwide paragliding equipment market.”

Paragliding Equipment Worldwide Analysis, December 2021

PMA Contact Information

Paragliding Manufacturers Association – PMA
c/o Advance Thun AG
Uttigenstrasse 87
CH – 3600 Thun
Switzerland

e-mail : info@p-m-a.info

LinkedIn:

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PMA Board of Directors

The PMA board of directors is elected every two years and currently consists of, until end of year 2023:

  • Laurent Chiabaut, Supair, President
  • Günther Wörl, Swing, Vice President
  • Simon Campiche, Advance, Treasurer
  • Arne Wehrlin, Skywalk, Advisor
  • Torsten Siegel, Gin, Advisor

The PMA is managed by Tobias Boley in an independent freelance capacity.