Airbus Helicopters is set to team with the Mahindra Group for future Indian military rotorcraft tenders. The companies say they are in talks to form a joint venture that will submit bids in response to pending requirements - including a reconnaissance and surveillance helicopter, naval utility helicopter and naval multirole helicopter. "We have an unparalleled track record of successful industrial collaborations with local partners across the world," says Airbus Helicopters chief executive Guillaume Faury. "With Mahindra we will have a mutually rewarding association that will offer immense benefits to India. [The venture] will supply the Indian armed forces with 'Made-in-India' helicopters of high reliability, quality and safety." Mahindra Defence already produces armoured vehicles, undersea warfare equipment and sensors for the Indian military.
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