MONTREAL, December 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Creaform, world-class company offering 3D technology and engineering services, received last night the 2010 Quebec Aerospace Association (AQA) Company of the Year Award.

Of the four finalists, Creaform distinguished itself with strong financial management and strategic planning, innovation and continuous improvement, leadership and excellence in human resources management, dedication to the environment and sustainable development, corporate citizenship and involvement with the AQA. Most definitely, the fact that Montreal is one of the world's three major aerospace centres confers an international dimension to this prize.

"We are absolutely thrilled and honoured to receive this award, said Stephane Galibois, Director - Canada Technology Sales & Strategic Accounts for North America. The three other contenders are amazing companies, and it was certainly not an easy pick for the jury. Creaform is based in the province of Quebec, which has long been a high flyer among aerospace industry leaders. Our company works very hard to develop technologies and engineering services that meet the specific and stringent needs of aerospace major prime contractors, technical centres and world-class OEM. This award recognizes the hard work, passion and dedication of Creaform's entire staff."

World-class aerospace companies such as Bombardier, EADS, Pratt & Whitney, Aircelle, Boeing, NASA, Heroux-Devtek have improved their suite of equipment with technologies developed by Creaform.

About Creaform

Creaform is one of the world's leading suppliers of 3D technologies with offices in Canada, the USA, Germany, France, China, India and Japan. Creaform combines 3D processes and technologies with innovative solutions for every 3D application imaginable, such as 3D scanning, reverse engineering, testing, design and engineering and FEA.

Creaform specializes in developing and marketing the Handyscan 3D laser scanner series. These state-of-the-art, self-positioning, handheld 3D laser scanners are well-known for the high-precision 3D data they generate, as well as their portability and simple operation. The portable and arm-free HandyPROBE CMM system for high-precision inspections is also manufactured and marketed by Creaform. http://www.creaform3d.com

Contact Isabelle Roy, Marketing writer, iroy@creaform3d.com, +1-418-833-4446 extn 217