Airbus looking at setting up A400M components plant in UAE
ABU DHABI, 3 days ago
Airbus is looking to pursue the manufacturing of significant A400M aircraft components in the UAE, reported Emirates News Agency (Wam) citing its top official.
Airbus plans to establish comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities for the A400M, a versatile multi-role military transport aircraft, alongside a dedicated training centre, said
Gabriel Sémelas, the President of Airbus in Middle East and Africa.
These developments are projected to solidify the UAE's standing as a premier regional hub for aviation excellence, he stated.
Talking to Wam, Sémelas elaborated that this strategic initiative would facilitate deeper integration of UAE-based entities, including EPI and Strata, into the global aerospace supply chain.
He underscored Airbus's commitment to fostering local talent through targeted training and technical assistance programmes, coupled with strategic research partnerships that support the advancement of future industries in the UAE.
Sémelas pointed out that job creation and skills development were cornerstones of Airbus's industry localisation strategy. The company will implement robust training and technical support initiatives, as well as cultivate industrial collaborations designed to equip the UAE workforce with cutting-edge expertise, he added.
