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Al Etihad
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Al Etihad
Strata produces and delivers 100,000 aerostructure components
19 May 2025 21:38 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Strata Manufacturing PJSC (Strata), owned by Mubadala Investment Company and a leader in advanced manufacturing in the United Arab Emirates, has achieved a major milestone with the production of 100,000 aerostructure components by the end of April 2025, reflecting the UAE's vision for industrial growth and Strata's role in placing the country on the global aerospace achievement highlights the growing trust in Strata's capabilities, built over a decade and a half of manufacturing excellence. It marks a journey that began in 2010 with the company's first component the Flap Track Fairings for the Airbus A330 aircraft and Strata has expanded its portfolio to include several aerostructures for major international players such as Airbus, Boeing, Pilatus, and Leonardo, reflecting the company's evolution into a trusted partner at the heart of the global aerospace supply Ali Abdulla, Executive Director of UAE Clusters unit within Mubadala's UAE Investments platform and Managing Director of Strata, made the announcement during the "Make it in the Emirates – 2025." He said: 'Strata has recorded a significant increase in the number of aircraft components marked 'Made with Pride in the UAE.' Today, nearly 30 per cent of wide body aircrafts and business jets worldwide are flying with parts manufactured in the UAE, from Al Ain Region.''Strata has become one of the most influential players in shaping the future of the aerospace industry. Delivering 100,000 aircraft components is more than just a number, it is a reflection of the progress made under the Make it in the Emirates initiative and a step forward in the positioning the UAE aerospace manufacturing.'Sara Al Memari, Acting CEO of Strata Manufacturing, said: 'The greatest source of pride at Strata lies in its exceptional talent and world class expertise, which have positioned the company among the most trusted names in the industry. This journey of continuous innovation and progress is led by a highly qualified and creative Emirati workforce on the ground.''Our team is highly skilled, committed, and trusted by the leading aircraft manufacturers. We are proud that 67 per cent of our workforce are UAE nationals and out of which 87 per cent are females. This achievement sets a new benchmark for the industry and highlights Strata's commitment to empowering local talent.' Strata began with one production line in 2010 and now operates 30 production lines, with over 90 per cent of components and assemblies being single-sourced manufactures exclusively at Strata and delivered to the global partners. Make it in the Emirates Continue full coverage
Zawya
30-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Strata achieves 38% growth in aircraft components manufactured, exported in 2024
Strata Manufacturing PJSC (Strata), wholly owned by the Mubadala Investment Company and a leader in advanced manufacturing in the UAE, has announced remarkable achievements for 2024. The company reported a significant 38% increase in aircraft components manufactured and exported to its global aerospace partners, including Airbus, Boeing, Pilatus, and Leonardo, compared to 2023. Strata successfully manufactured and delivered 11,774 aero-structure components in 2024, a substantial raise from the 8,530 components in 2023. All components were delivered on time and in full compliance with quality standards required. Over its 15-year journey, Strata has shipped 97,485 aero-structure components for wide-body aircraft. Ismail Ali Abdulla, Managing Director of Strata, emphasised the company's role as a symbol of national pride. 'Strata embodies the UAE's ability to lead in advanced manufacturing on a global stage. These remarkable achievements testament to our dedication to innovation, quality, and the strategic global partnerships that drive excellence." Abdulla added that Strata's success is deeply rooted in the UAE's forward-thinking leadership. 'Our approach reflects the nation's vision of a future grounded in innovation, sustainability, and economic diversification. This milestone reinforces our commitment to exceed global standards and positioning the UAE as a hub for cutting-edge industries.' In December 2024, Strata, in partnership with Thales, successfully completed the IUP radar antenna panel project, marking a significant milestone. This achievement followed the successful completion of manufacturing and factory acceptance testing. Initiated in 2023, the project highlights Strata's engineering expertise. It represents Strata's first fully designed metallic airframe product. In collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, Strata achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming a key contributor to the manufacturing components for the 'Mohammed Bin Zayed Sat' satellite. Strata produced mechanical and flat parts for the satellite and equipped it with high-grade aluminium panels designed to withstand extreme temperatures and radiation in space. This satellite, the most advanced in the region, is currently orbiting in space, showcasing the UAE's growing capabilities in space technology and advanced manufacturing. Strata expanded beyond aerospace manufacturing, forming innovative partnerships in new industries. Collaborating with UAE-based SWS Board Technology, Strata repurposed aerospace materials to manufacture high-performance sports products, showcasing its dedication to sustainability. Strata further entered the marine sports sector by partnering with SailGP, the world's premier racing league. The collaboration focused on manufacturing components for high-speed F50 catamarans, including T-foils wings and rudders for the league's fifth season. Additionally, Strata strengthened its maintenance capabilities by working with Lufthansa Technik Middle East on precision repairs of aircraft radomes. Strata's advanced manufacturing capabilities consistently meet the exacting standards of its global clients, producing a wide range of critical aerospace components such as Airbus A330: Flap Track Fairings, Ailerons, and Spoilers, Airbus A350-900/1000: Flap Support Fairings, Boeing 777/777X and 787: Empennage, and Vertical Fin Ribs, Boeing 787: Vertical Fin, Leonardo ATR 42/72: Vertical Fins, Rudders and Pilatus PC-24: Flap Track Fairings, Belly Fairings, Bullet Fairings, Tail Cones, Pylon Fairings, Cockpit, Internal Floor Panels and Pilatus PC 12: Internal Floor Panels and Trailing Edge. Since its establishment in 2009, Strata has embodied the UAE's vision to lead in advanced industries. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in Al Ain and an unwavering commitment to research and development, Strata has become a global partner of choice for aerospace manufacturing. Today, Strata continues to solidify its position as a key player in the global aerospace industry, delivering world-class products and fostering innovation, the company support the UAE's strategic goals of global competitiveness and economic diversification.
