The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate increased collaboration in developing education programmes with a particular focus on research to foster talent development in the Indian aerospace sector.
Prof. S. Ganesh, officiating director of the Institute stated, “The collaboration is certain to enhance the industry experience of aerospace engineering students at the institute. With our Aerospace department covering an expansive array of research and development in the field, we look forward to a mutually fulfilling engagement”.
Rémi Maillard, president and managing director, of Airbus India and South Asia, said, “This MoU will harness Airbus’ expertise and IIT Kanpur’s capabilities in education, research and training to nurture the next generation of technology leaders and will unlock the potential of the fast-evolving aerospace landscape in the country.”
Under the collaboration, both entities will promote research in advanced technologies and develop programmes and activities to enhance technical capabilities for aerospace students in India, according to a release by IIT-Kanpur. Both organisations will also explore collaboration opportunities with global institutes where students will get to work on projects relevant to the sector.
The partnership aims to build a collaborative culture that provides mentorship, exposure and invaluable experience to the students of IIT-K. The synergies created through these cross-skilling opportunities will foster the growth of the aerospace industry in the country.
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