Hical Technologies Signs MoU with Safran Aerosystems for Complex Rafale Systems

Bengaluru-based **Hical Technologies** signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with France's **Safran Aerosystems** to explore establishing a Joint Venture (JV) for manufacturing complex fuel and fluid systems for the **Dassault Rafale** aircraft under the 'Make in India' initiative.

- Joint Venture Scope:

  - Focuses on the localized production of sophisticated equipment, including complex fluid and fuel assemblies for Rafale fighter jets.

  - Builds upon Hical's ongoing direct work with Dassault Aviation on control systems for the Rafale platform.

- Capacity Expansion:

  - Coincides with the inauguration of Hical Technologies' new aerospace manufacturing facility at **Devanahalli**, near Bengaluru.

- Key Leadership:

  - Yashas Jaiveer: Managing Director, Hical Technologies.

  - Joel Berkoukchi: CEO (Fluid & Fuel Systems Division), Safran Aerosystems.

- Rafale Fighter Jet:

  - Manufactured By: **Dassault Aviation** (France).

  - Specifications: Twin-engine, canard delta wing, multirole combat aircraft.

- Safran Group:

  - Headquarters: **Paris, France**.

  - Leading French multinational defense and aerospace equipment manufacturer.

- Make in India Initiative:

  - Launched: **September 25, 2014** (Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Commerce and Industry).

Q: Which Bengaluru-based precision manufacturer signed an MoU with Safran Aerosystems to explore a JV for Rafale components?

A: Hical Technologies

Q: Which French aerospace giant manufactures the Rafale fighter jet?

A: Dassault Aviation

Q: Where has Hical Technologies inaugurated its new aerospace manufacturing facility?

A: Devanahalli, Bengaluru (Karnataka)

Q: In which year was the 'Make in India' initiative officially launched by the Government of India?

A: 2014 (September 25)

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