Aerospace and Defence Technology company AXISCADES Technologies has announced a partnership with OGMA – Indústria Aeronáutica de Portugal, a subsidiary of Embraer, for Aerospace Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), airframe engineering, and certification services for both commercial and military platforms.
Aligned with its strategy to move up the aerospace value chain by focusing on high value, long term service activities, AXISCADES has signed a strategic agreement with OGMA to provide maintenance and support for Embraer and other manufacturers’ aircraft fleets in India. The Embraer fleet in India includes prestigious VVIP and VIP aircraft, AEW&C platforms, and various commercial aircraft.
The partnership merges AXISCADES’ deep expertise in aircraft design, conversion, avionics, radar, electronic warfare, and drone technologies with OGMA’s century of proven capabilities in airframe and engine MRO.
The companies will explore business opportunities in India, the UAE, and the MENA region. The alliance leverages OGMA’s established relationships with major OEMs such as Embraer, Airbus Defence, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, and others.
Infrastructure and Indigenous Growth
AXISCADES is currently establishing one of India’s largest integrated Aerospace and Defence manufacturing and MRO hubs near the Bengaluru International Airport. This state-of-the-art facility will feature Dedicated hangars, speed shops, Engine shops, Welding Center of Excellence, Strategic Electronics Manufacturing, System Integration, and Certification Testing.
Through this MoU, AXISCADES will leverage OGMA’s global expertise to strengthen indigenous MRO competencies and build world-class capabilities within India.
Leadership Perspectives
Alfonso Martinez, CEO-International, AXISCADES Technologies Ltd, commented, “This MoU with OGMA is a significant step in AXISCADES’ journey to build world-class aerospace and defence MRO and engineering capabilities. By combining OGMA’s deep expertise in airframe and engine MRO with our strong engineering, manufacturing, and infrastructure roadmap, we aim to create a robust ecosystem that addresses global market opportunities in high-growth regions such as India, the UAE and MENA, while supporting India’s self-reliance objectives.”
Paulo Monginho, CEO, OGMA – Indústria Aeronáutica de Portugal, added: “We are pleased to partner with AXISCADES, a company that brings strong and proven capabilities along with a clear vision for aerospace and defence growth. This collaboration allows us to expand our footprint while jointly delivering high-quality, certified MRO and engineering solutions to India & Global Customers.”
