Maharashtra Govt signs MoU with Max Aerospace and Aviation

MUMBAI : Mumbai-based Max Aerospace and Aviation Pvt Ltd on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra State Government to set up a helicopter manufacturing facility in Nagpur with an investment of Rs 8,000 crore over the next eight years.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis at the Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai. The plant is expected to generate approximately 2,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities and is set to begin operations by 2026.

Speaking at the event, Fadnavis said the project aligns with the Centre’s ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives and will position Nagpur as a key hub for aerospace manufacturing in the country.

“Max Aerospace choosing Nagpur for this project is a significant step. The state government is committed to providing all necessary support to ensure timely execution of the project,” he said.

According to officials, the upcoming facility will focus on the customisation, integration, and flight testing of rotary-wing platforms.

Fadnavis emphasised that the state has created favourable conditions for defence manufacturing in Nagpur and assured that all necessary cooperation will be provided to Max Aerospace.

The MoU was signed between P. Anbalagan, Principal Secretary of the Department of Industries, and Bharat Malkani, chairperson of Max Aerospace. CEO of Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) P Velarasu and other senior state officials were also present.

“This is Maharashtra’s first dedicated facility for full-scale helicopter production. It will not only support India’s defence manufacturing goals but also enhance the aerospace supply chain capabilities in the region,” said Malkani.