New Delhi
Piyush Goyal held discussions with the India leadership of Airbus focusing on strengthening aerospace manufacturing and expanding Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities in India. The meeting underlined growing collaboration between India and global aviation majors to build a stronger domestic aerospace ecosystem.
During the interaction, emphasis was placed on increasing local sourcing, boosting aircraft component manufacturing, and developing India as a global hub for aviation services. A key focus area was the expansion of MRO infrastructure, which is seen as critical for reducing dependency on overseas maintenance facilities and improving turnaround times for airlines operating in India.
Officials also discussed deepening supply chain integration and enhancing skill development initiatives to support advanced aerospace manufacturing. The engagement aligns with India’s broader push under the Make in India initiative to attract high-technology investments and strengthen domestic industrial capabilities.
India has been actively working with global aerospace firms on major projects, including aircraft assembly lines and component manufacturing units. The country is also expanding its role in civil aviation support services, with several new MRO facilities being set up in recent years across key aviation hubs.
Experts note that India’s aviation market is one of the fastest-growing globally, creating strong demand for maintenance services, aircraft parts, and skilled aerospace engineers. This makes MRO and manufacturing collaboration with companies like Airbus strategically important.
Overall, the meeting reflects India’s intent to position itself as a major global aerospace manufacturing and services hub, while also strengthening self-reliance in critical aviation technologies and infrastructure.
