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The Print
13 hours ago
- Business
- The Print
Safran to set up Rafale engine maintenance & repair facility in Hyderabad, 1st outside France
'We are delighted to select Hyderabad location as the first export maintenance facility dedicated to the M88,' said Christophe Bruneau , Executive Vice President, Military Engines at Safran Aircraft Engines. In a statement, the company said the brand new facility will have a capacity of 600+ modules per year and will generate up to 150 jobs by 2040 and will help meet the strong growth of M88 maintenance activities worldwide. New Delhi: French engine-maker Safran will be setting up a new Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility for the Rafale's M88 engine in Hyderabad. This site will be the first one to maintain M88 modules outside France. 'This project marks an important step in the development of Indian sovereignty in aerospace and defence, while demonstrating our commitment to developing a world-class MRO ecosystem for the benefit of all M88 operators,' he said. The company said that the new workshop will also benefit from synergies with other Safran production facilities and MRO workshops located in the region, in line with their commitment to develop a comprehensive commercial and military supply chain in India for aircraft engines. The MRO facility will not only cater to the Rafales operated by the Indian Air Force but also those ordered by the Indian Navy. Till now, the engines used to be flown back to France for MRO activities. Incidentally, Safran is also the front-runner to bag a mega contract to jointly design and manufacture a new fighter jet engine that will power India's 5th generation fighter platforms. (Edited by Ajeet Tiwari) Also Read: France's Dassault Aviation ties up with Tata for Rafale fuselage manufacturing in India
Qatar Tribune
23-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QFZ partners with Safran for aerospace innovation in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and Safran, an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation, defense and space markets, announced the establishment of Safran's corporate office in Qatar's free zones, laying the groundwork for a new era of innovation and excellence in aerospace and defense activities in Qatar and the region. The announcement follows an agreement between QFZ and Safran, signed by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Faisal Al-Thani, CEO of QFZ, and Christophe Bruneau, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Military Engines at Safran Aircraft Engines, on the sidelines of their participation at Qatar Economic Forum 2025. The signing ceremony brought together high-ranking officials and representatives from both entities. Safran's establishment in QFZ marks an initial strategic move underscoring its commitment to support aerospace and defense activities in Qatar. The new corporate office establishes a clear pathway for Safran's future expansion, taking account of business growth, operational needs, and opportunities within the Qatari and regional markets. The office will be first operated by Safran Aircraft Engines and will serve as a center for its aircraft engines commercial and support activities, leveraging QFZ's fully integrated aerospace and defense platform to access key partners, new customers, and high-potential markets, benefitting from Qatar's unparalleled connectivity and strong supply chain capabilities. Safran's operations in Qatar's free zones support the company's wider vision to contribute to a safer and more sustainable world through environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible air transport. The new facility is planned to form an integral part of Safran's extensive global network that spans 276 locations across 27 countries with over 100,000 employees. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Faisal Al-Thani, CEO of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ), commented on the occasion: 'Safran's presence in our free zones marks a pivotal step in reinforcing Qatar's position as a premier hub for innovation and collaboration in the aerospace and defense sector. This partnership is fully aligned with our mandate to accelerate economic diversification and sustainable development in alignment with Qatar's National Vision 2030 and Third National Development Strategy. Today, our multimodal transport ecosystem receives a significant boost, as we welcome yet another global leader into our industrial landscape. World-class companies continue to choose our free zones for the unparalleled competitive advantage they offer: seamless connectivity, strategic geographic location, and a pro-business environment, further fostering cross-border cooperation, knowledge exchange, and long-term capacity building.' Christophe Bruneau, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Military Engines at Safran Aircraft Engines, said: 'We are pleased to partner with Qatar Free Zones Authority and open this new office in this dynamic and attractive country, Qatar, in the GCC region. This decision reflects our engagement to strengthen our long-standing and trusted relationship with our customers and contribute to Qatar's economic growth and its aspirations under Qatar National Vision 2030. We are excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to driving enhanced outcomes in the already flourishing aerospace sector in Qatar and the region.' As part of its long-term vision, QFZ is actively forging strategic partnerships with leading local and global enterprises to build a dynamic, innovation-driven ecosystem that promotes advanced technologies, research and industrial capabilities. By attracting world-class companies to its zones, QFZ continues to play a vital role in advancing Qatar's national development priorities while contributing to the growth of globally significant sectors.
