Franco-Indian Campus in India

On 7th October, 2024, France announced that it is enhancing cooperation with India in aerospace, including setting up a campus for aviation and space training.

Key Points

Franco-Indian Campus for Aviation and Space: France will establish a professional training campus for aeronautics and space in India, strengthening cooperation in training through a renewed MoU.
French Aerospace Delegation in India: A high-level French delegation from over 60 companies, including Airbus, Dassault, and Thales, is visiting India to explore aerospace collaboration opportunities.
Significant French Exports in Aeronautics: 55% of France’s exports to India come from the aeronautical sector, totalling €2.7 billion in the first half of 2024, with French companies integrating Indian firms into the global supply chain.
Growing Airbus Procurement from India: Airbus doubled its sourcing from India, reaching €1 billion in 2023, and plans to continue doubling procurement every five years, highlighting the growth in hardware supply from Indian companies.
Potential for Aerospace Supply Chain Development: While there are discussions on establishing a final assembly line (FAL) for commercial aircraft in India, Airbus emphasizes the importance of strengthening supply chains and manufacturing capabilities at various levels.