With the aim of serving the global aeronautical market, the centre will create design and development capabilities within India for both military and civil aeronautical applications. This would be a long term relationship with Saab undertaking to transfer technology and competencies in the aerospace sector. The design and development centre will address market opportunities in areas such as aero structures, aero systems, avionics and after market support.
This co-operation will also allow Saab to set a footprint in India together with TCS to capture the opportunities emerging in the aerospace and defence sector, the group said.
“This co-operation is not limited to any specific product but is aimed towards building a joint capability to leverage collective strengths across the globe,” said Saab CEO Ã…ke Svensson.
Saab views India as an important, fast growing key market with a procurement plan that fits well intoSaab’s portfolio, the group added.
