Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems (TASL) have announced a joint venture to manufacture aero structures for aircraft and collaborate on integrated systems development opportunities in India.
The joint venture will initially create a manufacturing centre of excellence to produce aero structures for the AH-64 Apache helicopter and to compete for additional manufacturing work packages across Boeing platforms, both commercial and defence.
Boeing and TASL intend to grow the joint venture partnership in the future, with a focus on opportunities to collaborate on development and selling of integrated systems.
“This partnership will capitalise on India’s industrial capability, innovation and talent to contribute to Boeing's long-term competitiveness and position us for future growth in the global marketplace,” said Chris Chadwick, President and CEO of Boeing Defense, Space and Security.
“Over the last 12 months, we have doubled our sourcing from India and are committed to continue that journey,” said Pratyush Kumar, President, Boeing India.
Boeing and Tata group companies have established partnerships in India to manufacture aero structures for Boeing’s commercial and military aircraft.
Tata Advanced Materials has delivered composite panels for the power and mission equipment cabinets and auxiliary power unit door fairings for the P-8I long-range maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. TAL Manufacturing Solutions is manufacturing complex floor beams out of composite materials for the Boeing 787.