emirates7 - Mubadala Investment Company and Safran, a leading French aerospace and defense corporation, have formed a partnership to accelerate aerospace innovation and development in the UAE.
Announced at the Abu Dhabi Air Expo, this enhanced strategic framework agreement focuses on several key areas, including Maintenance, Manufacturing, Human Capital Development, Advanced Materials, and Space.
The collaboration builds on Mubadala’s existing aerospace assets, such as Strata Manufacturing and Sanad, combining them with Safran's expertise to transform the aerospace sector. The partnership will significantly enhance Sanad’s capabilities and new opportunities across Safran’s diverse aerospace portfolio.
Additionally, the partnership will expand Strata’s manufacturing capabilities, broadening its expertise from aircraft structures to include engine components, further strengthening Mubadala’s extensive aerospace portfolio.
A key priority of the partnership is to develop local talent through training programs for Emirati engineers and aerospace professionals.
With a focus on space, the collaboration also creates opportunities in areas like air traffic management, Earth observation, and propulsion systems. It also bolsters Strata Solvay Advanced Materials’ capabilities in engine-related materials, reinforcing the UAE's leadership in aerospace materials science.
Ismail Ali Abdulla, Executive Director of UAE Clusters at Mubadala’s UAE Investments Platform, expressed, "We are pleased to deepen our partnership with Safran, a global aerospace leader. As a national investor, we are committed to supporting the diversification of the UAE economy by fostering innovation and building world-class national champions."
Philippe Errera, EVP of International Development and Government Relations at Safran, added, "This agreement is a major milestone in our partnership with Mubadala, positioning the UAE as a global leader in aerospace innovation. Together, we will enhance technological advancements, develop a skilled workforce, and promote aerospace excellence under the 'Made in the UAE' brand."
Announced at the Abu Dhabi Air Expo, this enhanced strategic framework agreement focuses on several key areas, including Maintenance, Manufacturing, Human Capital Development, Advanced Materials, and Space.
The collaboration builds on Mubadala’s existing aerospace assets, such as Strata Manufacturing and Sanad, combining them with Safran's expertise to transform the aerospace sector. The partnership will significantly enhance Sanad’s capabilities and new opportunities across Safran’s diverse aerospace portfolio.
Additionally, the partnership will expand Strata’s manufacturing capabilities, broadening its expertise from aircraft structures to include engine components, further strengthening Mubadala’s extensive aerospace portfolio.
A key priority of the partnership is to develop local talent through training programs for Emirati engineers and aerospace professionals.
With a focus on space, the collaboration also creates opportunities in areas like air traffic management, Earth observation, and propulsion systems. It also bolsters Strata Solvay Advanced Materials’ capabilities in engine-related materials, reinforcing the UAE's leadership in aerospace materials science.
Ismail Ali Abdulla, Executive Director of UAE Clusters at Mubadala’s UAE Investments Platform, expressed, "We are pleased to deepen our partnership with Safran, a global aerospace leader. As a national investor, we are committed to supporting the diversification of the UAE economy by fostering innovation and building world-class national champions."
Philippe Errera, EVP of International Development and Government Relations at Safran, added, "This agreement is a major milestone in our partnership with Mubadala, positioning the UAE as a global leader in aerospace innovation. Together, we will enhance technological advancements, develop a skilled workforce, and promote aerospace excellence under the 'Made in the UAE' brand."