Airbus and Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya Collaborate to Launch Aerospace Centre of Excellence

Newsmantra — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:50:12 +0000

VADODRA. Airbus has inaugurated a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for aerospace studies at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) in Vadodara, India, marking a significant step towards strengthening the country’s aerospace ecosystem. The CoE will primarily focus on research and development in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and will serve as a hub for fostering student-led innovations. Jürgen Westermeier from Airbus emphasized that the CoE demonstrates their dedication to pioneering R&D efforts in groundbreaking aerospace technologies.

GSV’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Manoj Choudhary, highlighted the vital role of industry partnerships in building skilled human capital and advancing aerospace innovation. The collaboration includes initiatives such as scholarships for underprivileged students and the appointment of a Chair Professor for Aerospace Studies at GSV, aimed at promoting academic excellence and sustainable aviation solutions in India. This partnership signifies a major step towards positioning India as a key player in the global aerospace industry.

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AAI Partners with ACI to Train Over 115 Airport Professionals Under Global Accreditation Programme

Newsmantra — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:12:28 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Airports Authority of India has signed an agreement with Airports Council International to implement the Airports Management Professional Accreditation Program in India, aimed at strengthening leadership and governance in the aviation sector. AAI said the collaboration reflects India’s commitment to global standards in airport management and marks an important step in building institutional capacity as the country’s aviation sector expands rapidly.

Under the agreement, AAI will facilitate AMPAP training for more than 115 airport professionals over the next five years. On successful completion of the programme, participants will earn the internationally recognised International Aviation Professional designation. Globally, over 1,400 professionals from 120 countries have received this accreditation, with 173 already from India, positioning the country as an emerging contributor to global aviation leadership.

The agreement was formally exchanged between AAI Chairman Vipin Kumar and Gurjit Gill, Director (Global), Airports Council International and ICAO, in the presence of Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu and senior officials during Wings India 2026 at Begumpet Airport on January 29. AAI said the initiative, driven by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, will equip professionals with advanced skills in airport economics, sustainability, safety, resilience, innovation, and strategic leadership, supporting the transformation of India’s aviation ecosystem.

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Airbus and Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya Collaborate to Launch Aerospace Centre of Excellence

AAI Partners with ACI to Train Over 115 Airport Professionals Under Global Accreditation Programme