Abu Dhabi (Etihad) and Edge signed a contract with IBA (Industrial and Engineering Company), a specialized company in precision engineering, to produce a series of movable tanks for the cargo compartment of Airbus A400M aircraft. The contract is part of the company's efforts to develop its capabilities in the defense and space sectors in the UAE and to support the country's vision to become a leading industrial base in the region. The agreement is a significant milestone in the development of the UAE's defense and space industries, and it marks a major step forward in the country's efforts to diversify its economy and reduce its dependence on oil exports. The contract is also a testament to the strong partnership between the UAE and European companies, and it highlights the country's commitment to investing in cutting-edge technology and innovation. The agreement was signed by Michael Disher, CEO of IBA, and Anna Jacobs, Head of Assembly and Materials at Airbus Defense and Space, in the presence of Hamad Al Marri, CEO of Edge, and Jean-Pierre Dumont, Head of Military Air Systems at Airbus Defense and Space. According to Michael Disher, the CEO of IBA, the partnership is a testament to the company's commitment to innovation and excellence, and it marks a major step forward in the development of the UAE's defense and space industries. The contract is expected to create new job opportunities and stimulate economic growth in the region. The agreement is also expected to strengthen the partnership between the UAE and European companies, and it highlights the country's commitment to investing in cutting-edge technology and innovation. The movable tank is designed to be used in a variety of applications, including ground-based refueling, extended-range missions, and aerial refueling. The contract is a significant milestone in the development of the UAE's defense and space industries, and it marks a major step forward in the country's efforts to diversify its economy and reduce its dependence on oil exports. The agreement was signed in the presence of Hamad Al Marri, CEO of Edge, and Jean-Pierre Dumont, Head of Military Air Systems at Airbus Defense and Space, at the IBA facility, during the official ceremony to deliver a movable tank for the cargo compartment of Airbus A400M aircraft. The contract is a testament to the strong partnership between the UAE and European companies, and it highlights the country's commitment to investing in cutting-edge technology and innovation.
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