HAL sign agreement with Safran to create JV to build helicopter engines

Safran Helicopter Engines has signed an agreement with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to create a new joint venture intended to develop helicopter engines. The MoU was signed by Mr. R. Madhavan (HAL CMD) and Franck Saudo (Safran CEO).

Aim: To meet the requirements of HAL and India’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) future helicopters, including the future 13-ton IMRH (Indian Multi Role Helicopter).

Both companies have also partnered for Shakti engine.