Under the agreement, the two companies will work together exclusively on the serial production of mobile tanks for the cargo cabin of C-295 aircraft over a period of five years, based on the success of the prototyping phase, which included obtaining 12 special approvals for assembly operations.
The agreement also includes the integration of 300 manufactured parts, 16,000 fasteners, center of gravity testing, and leak testing and supports EBI’s transition to assembling recognizable subsystems for the aircraft program.
The agreement, which is in line with the “Make in the UAE” vision, demonstrates “EdgeDeveloping “Industry 4.0” practices, supporting economic growth, and promoting technological excellence locally and internationally.
The agreement also contributes to facilitating the transfer of knowledge and cooperation between the two parties.
The contract was signed by Michael Deshaies, CEO of EBI, and Anna Jacobs, Head of Assembly and Materials at Airbus For Defense and Space, in the presence of Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and CEO of EDGE Group, and Jean-Brice Dumont, President of the Military Air Force Business Unit at Airbus Defense and Space.
Our partnership with Airbus is for defence,” said Michael Deshaies, CEO of EBI And space The production of mobile tanks for the cargo cabin of C-295 aircraft represents a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation, as the main strategy of EBI focuses on expanding our portfolio through diversification of operations and building dynamic local and international partnerships with leading parties in the sector, so that we can To benefit from it in building supply chains and enhancing capabilities and expertise, according to the Emirates News Agency.
He added that this cooperation is in line with EDGE’s ongoing efforts to localize advanced technology and industrial capabilities, with the aim of strengthening the UAE’s position as a leading competitive industrial base in various sectors.
On the other hand, Jean-Brice Dumont, President of the Air Force at Airbus Defense and Space, said that this strategic partnership with EBI regarding the C295 aircraft comes to strengthen our commitment to the aviation sector in the Emirates, in close line with the long-term vision. to the country on economic diversification and innovation.
He added that through this agreement, Airbus is committed to strengthening the industrial and defense landscape in the UAE while investing in future cooperative projects, including the strategic transport aircraft.
The mobile cargo hold tank, jointly manufactured by Airbus and EBI, is designed for use in multiple applications, including ground refueling operations, extended range missions, and air refueling operations.
This cooperation also highlights Airbus’s commitment to developing the defense and aviation sectors while enhancing the capabilities of the country’s local industries.
Accordingly, Airbus considers that the UAE aviation industry, in particular EDGE, has promising potential to continue cooperation and expand its participation in the industrial proposal for the future A400M aircraft for the Emirates.
The agreement was signed at the EBI facility during the official delivery ceremony of a mobile tank completed for the cargo cabin of the C-295 aircraft at the Tawazun Industrial Complex.
