Airbus signs agreement with Federal govt to drive aerospace growth

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Airbus signs  agreement with Federal govt  to drive aerospace growth 





Aircraft manufacturer - Airbus has signed a landmark agreement with the Federal Government to accelerate the development of the civil aviation ecosystem in the country. 

As part of this agreement, Airbus and the Federal Government will support the development of

aviation infrastructures and human capital initiatives in Nigeria.

The aircraft maker disclosed this in a statement by its Project Manager, Alexander Katenge.

According to the statement, the agreement was sealed during the visit of  Nigerian Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo who was  accompanied by government officials and key industry stakeholders to France,

 Speaking the development, Keyamo said : " This visit was  a clear step toward strengthening partnerships, unlocking investment and

positioning Nigeria as a leader in Africa’s aviation future. Through our engagement with Airbus,

we are committed to building a more innovative and globally competitive aviation ecosystem for

our country. 

“Nigeria is sitting at the heart of Africa's aerospace opportunities, driven by its status as one of

the fastest-growing nations worldwide with a population of 230 million and its thriving economy.

This agreement reflects our shared ambition to scale the civil aviation ecosystem in the country." 

President of Airbus in Africa and the Middle East, Mr Gabriel Semelas said by leveraging Nigeria's local talents and infrastructure, tge aircraft maker is committed to fostering long term growth and human capital development to strengthen the country’s and the continent’s aviation industry.

He said Airbus will provide comprehensive technical support including aviation market

insights, crew and maintenance training, as well as repair and overhaul (MRO) and flight

operations consulting services. 

The agreement, he further said will also foster exchanges between Airbus experts and Nigerian students to engage in the aerospace industry, Africa’s growing aviation

market and technical themes, aiming at inspiring the next generation of Nigerian aerospace talents.

He said :" This agreement is a testimony of Airbus long term engagement in Africa, currently driven by a dedicated workforce of 3,000 employees. It underlines the company's commitment to Africa’s

aerospace ecosystem by fostering local partnerships, enhancing skills development, and advancing technical expertise within the region."

Airbus most recent Global Market Forecast predicts that commercial demand for the African

the continent will reach 1,490 new passenger and freighter aircraft by 2044.

 Additionally, Airbus Global Services Forecast estimates that Africa will need to introduce 20,000 additional pilots, 30,000 mechanics and 21,000 cabin crews to meet the surge in air travel demand.



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