The agreement entails the manufacture and delivery of metallic components and small assemblies valued at approximately USD 100 million for the Airbus commercial aircraft family, including the A320 jet series.
Mahindra Aerostructures Pvt Ltd (MASPL) has recently inked a landmark multi-year contract with Airbus Atlantic, solidifying their partnership in the aerospace industry. The agreement entails the manufacture and delivery of metallic components and small assemblies for the entire Airbus commercial aircraft family, including the highly sought-after A320 series. Valued at approximately USD 100 million, this deal further strengthens MASPL’s position as a key player in the global aerospace supply chain.
Under the terms of the contract, MASPL will supply nearly 2,300 varieties of metallic components to Airbus Atlantic’s facilities in France from its state-of-the-art manufacturing base in India. This collaboration expands upon MASPL’s existing programs, which involve supplying parts directly to Airbus facilities in France and Germany.
José-Maria Trujillano, Chief Procurement Officer, Airbus Atlantic said, “We are delighted to develop our relationship with Mahindra Aerostructures and to benefit from their robustness, their expertise and high-end technology capabilities in order to strengthen our supply base and, doing so, to contribute to securing production ramp-up for all our programs.”
MASPL’s track record as a direct supplier to the Airbus Group since 2015 underscores its reliability and expertise in the aerospace sector. The company has been recognized for its excellence, having been ranked as a D2P “Challenger” for three consecutive years in the Sheet Metal Parts domain. Additionally, MASPL holds a level “A” rating in the Airbus Industrial Process Capability Assessment (IPCA+), and was honored with the “Best Performer” award in the prestigious 2023 Airbus Supplier Quality Improvement Program (SQIP) awards.
Vinod Sahay, President Aerospace and Défense, Mahindra Group said, “This new contract from Airbus Atlantic opens a new frontier in our existing relationship with the Airbus Group, and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to offer value across the realm of industrial maturity, digitalization, performance and sustainability”
With a workforce of over 13,500 employees across five countries spanning three continents, Airbus Atlantic is a leading player in the aerospace industry. The company’s estimated turnover of 5.2 billion euros in 2024 underscores its global prominence. Airbus Atlantic specializes in designing and manufacturing forward fuselage sections for the entire Airbus family, along with specific fuselage sections and subassemblies for various aircraft models. It also produces fully equipped wings for the ATR 42/72 and complex aerostructure parts for different aircraft manufacturers.
Mahindra Aerostructures, representing the Mahindra Group’s aerospace manufacturing interests, operates a cutting-edge facility near Bangalore, India. Equipped with comprehensive capabilities for sheet metal production, machining, welding, finishing, and assembly, the plant holds AS9100D and six NADCAP certifications, underscoring its commitment to quality and compliance. As a trusted supplier to numerous OEMs and Tiers worldwide, MASPL continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the aerospace industry.
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In conclusion, the multi-year contract between Mahindra Aerostructures and Airbus Atlantic signifies a significant step forward in their collaborative efforts to enhance the global aerospace supply chain. With a focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability, both companies are poised to drive continued growth and excellence in the aerospace sector.
