The 2023 Paris Airshow marks the evolution of many international partnerships, including the growing relationship between India and Europe, as demonstrated by the presence of India’s delegation at Le Bourget this week. The delegation, consisting of leaders from various sectors of India’s defense industry, represents the nation’s commitment to cross-continental collaboration.
One such leader is Neeraj Gupta, chairman of the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers' (SIDM) international and exports committee and managing director of MKU. “The India-Europe relationship is a driving force behind advancements in the global aerospace industry, and the Paris Airshow provides an ideal platform to showcase our capabilities,” said Gupta. “We are thrilled to leverage the opportunities to forge enduring partnerships and catalyze innovations that will shape the future of defense marketing.”
SIDM represents the Indian defense industry, promotes self-reliance, fosters collaborations, advocates for industry growth, and advances the capabilities of the Indian defense manufacturing sector on a global stage. MKU, headquartered in Kanpur, India, specializes in platform protection and optronics solutions. Collaborations with key European players in the aerospace industry, including Dassault Aviation, reinforce India’s commitment to advanced solutions for air platforms industry-wide.