Boeing to Showcase Sustainable Aviation at Singapore Airshow 2024
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India Unveils Landmark Boeing Initiatives
Bengaluru, India, January 19, 2024 – Today, the Honorable Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, inaugurated two groundbreaking initiatives by Boeing that promise to transform the country's aviation landscape.
The first initiative, the Boeing India Engineering and Technology Centre (BIETC), is a state-of-the-art facility that will focus on aerospace research and development in India. The facility, which cost 1,600 crore (approximately $200 million), will create opportunities for collaboration between Boeing and Indian aerospace companies.
The second initiative, the Boeing Sukanya Programme for girls, aims to promote gender diversity in the aerospace industry. The program will provide scholarships and mentorship opportunities for girls who pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
These initiatives underscore Boeing's commitment to India, where it has been operating for over 80 years. The company has a long history of supporting India's aviation industry, and it remains a strategic partner for the country.
"Boeing is proud to be a part of India's growth story," said Boeing India President Salil Gupte. "These initiatives are a testament to our commitment to supporting the country's development, creating jobs, and fostering innovation in the aerospace sector."
In addition to these initiatives, Boeing also announced that it will showcase its latest products and technologies at the upcoming Singapore Airshow 2024. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience a 777X cabin display, learn about Boeing's sustainable aviation initiatives, and witness the company's advancements in advanced air mobility and defense technologies.
Boeing is a global aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and services commercial airplanes, defense systems, and space systems. The company employs 140,000 people around the world and supports a supplier base of more than 10,000 companies.
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