Made in India
Dassault Aviation is playing its part in the development of the Indian supply chain, by expanding its network of local partners and qualifying major new subcontractors. In early 2024, contracts were signed with Indian companies Dynamatic (for the manufacture of the Falcon 6X T5 section fuel tank and the supply of primary parts) and Aerolloy, a subsidiary of the PTC Group (for development of a titanium foundry).
Meanwhile, we are pursuing our training and local skills development initiatives: the engineering center in Pune is fully operational, and the Dassault Skill Academy, which introduced the Aeronautical Structure and Equipment Fitter diploma program in the state of Maharashtra, is in the process of expanding it to the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Lastly, Dassault Reliance Aviation Limited (DRAL) is continuing its operations, in particular the production of T12 and T4 sections of the Falcon 2000.
New facilities
In 2023, Dassault Aviation successfully completed a number of projects, specifically in preparation for the introduction of the Falcon 10X: a building to house the 10X simulator, in Istres; a building devoted to wing box systems, in Martignas; and refitting of the buildings where final assembly and special projects will take place, in Mérignac. We are also continuing construction work on our new Cergy plant, which is slated for completion in 2024.