Mahindra Group, the $ 15 billion worth Indian conglomerate and parent company of India’s largest utility vehicle maker Mahindra and Mahindra Limited (M&M), could open its arms and venture into the cutting–edge Aerospace sector. Such views are acknowledged by Ramaseshan Satagopan, Head of Aerospace Engineering Practice, Mahindra Satyam.
Apparently, Satagopan believes that the company can enter into the immensely exclusive Indian aerospace market. Satagopan also claims that his ambitious vision is not something that was realised overnight. Commenting on his efforts and plans towards realising the aerospace dream, Satagopan was quoted as saying, “I need to take some baby steps. I need to prove (capabilities on) some sub-assemblies and some other things - manufacturing sub-assemblies and other things.”
Speaking his mind on the possible challenges, Satagopan said, “So you have huge programmes form the design and development side. Also there is a manufacturing capability that needs to be developed in order to produce those aircraft in this country. So I think there is a huge opportunity in the next 10 years.”
At present, Mahindra Satyam specialises in designing interior components for the western made corporate business jets and galley monuments in the aerospace industry. Mahindra Satyam aspires to become one of the leading Indian aerospace contractors, and expand operations by developing home grown locally assembled aircraft programmes.
The Government of India has also announced intentions to develop a number of new aircrafts, such as unmanned aerial vehicles, transports, trainers, and regional commercial aircrafts along with few fighters as well. Hence, Mahindra Satyam is working diligently towards developing its infrastructure, so as to procure a contract from the Indian government.
