Zhuhai, China – On the occasion of the Zhuhai Airshow in China, Thales, Simaero and China Henan Aviation Group announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at fostering collaboration in the civil aviation training sector in China.

The partnership aims to provide state-of-the-art civil aviation training solutions, addressing the evolving needs of the aviation sector in China.

The parties involved recognize the importance of this initiative in enhancing the skill set of aviation professionals and supporting the industry’s growth.

By combining resources and expertise, Thales, Simaero, and HNCA are committed to establishing a robust cooperation that will benefit the industry and the future of aviation professionals in the region.

“This new partnership builds upon our established track record of successful collaboration with Simaero, exemplified by the installation of the H225 Reality H® Level D Full Flight Simulator to the China Sky-Wings training center in Shanghai. Through this memorandum of understanding, Thales reaffirms its steadfast commitment to delivering cutting-edge civil training and simulation solutions that address the evolving needs of our customers. We are honored to partner with Simaero and HNCA, and we look forward to leveraging our combined expertise to further advance civil aviation training in China,” Benoit Broudy, Thales VP Training & Simulation.

“Simaero is proud to be part of this tri-party MoU with Thales and China Henan Aviation Group, both long-lasting partners of Simaero. This collaboration will enhance our capabilities across China and the Asia-Pacific region, providing pilots and airlines with the most advanced training technology, modern facilities, and high-quality services in the industry,” affirms Nicolas Mouté, CEO of Simaero.

“In recent years, the Henan Provincial Committee and Government have placed great importance on the aviation economy, maintaining a strong cooperative relationship with French companies like Simaero. Thales Group, a global leader in aerospace technology, brings advanced technical expertise and a solid market foundation. It is anticipated that this three-party collaboration will drive innovation and progress in the field of flight simulation technology”, emphasizes Mingchao Zhang, secretary of the party committee and Chairman of China Henan Aviation Group.

About SIMAERO
Simaero is a world-leading provider of pilot training on full-flight simulators and simulation engineering solutions. In global aviation, change is a constant. We promise to be a straightforward and continual presence in the complex training requirements of international airlines and pilots. With five training centres strategically located in France (headquarters), South Africa, China and India, Simaero trains over 5,000 pilots every year from 250+ civil and military carriers and 80+ countries. Our simulator fleet and training solutions cover the main commercial aircraft types, including Airbus, Boeing, ATR, and Embraer.

About THALES
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies specialized in three business domains: Defence & Security, Aeronautics & Space, and Cybersecurity & Digital identity. It develops products and solutions that help make the world safer, greener and more inclusive. The Group invests close to €4 billion a year in Research & Development, particularly in key innovation areas such as AI, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, cloud technologies and 6G. Thales has close to 81,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2023, the Group generated sales of €18.4 billion.

About CHINA HENAN AVIATION GROUP
Since its establishment in 2011, China Henan Aviation Group Co., Ltd. (HNCA) has been committed to advancing the development of industries such as air transportation, air logistics, and aviation manufacturing. The group actively integrates into the national “Belt and Road” initiative, participates in international aviation cooperation, and promotes the development of the Zhengzhou Aviation Hub. With the aim of building a diversified and distinctive aviation industry cluster, HNCA strives to foster comprehensive local economic growth while enhancing the overall competitiveness of Henan’s civil aviation industry.

Source: SIMAERO
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