In the frame of the HAI 2007 convention in Orlando, Florida, which has been the occasion for both companies to reassess their respective commercial successes, AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, and Eurocopter, an EADS company, took the opportunity to confirm their joint commitment to the NH90 programme.
The two Companies also underline their willingness and common dedication to satisfy, together with all the industrial partners and suppliers, the NH90 customer community.
This commitment will be reaffirmed during the next meetings which will be held in the coming weeks between the NAHEMA [Nato Helicopter Management Agency] and their government representatives.
The NH90 programme is one of the most successful industrial programme ever with a backlog of 545 NH90 contracted (445 firm plus 100 options) to equip 18 Armed Forces of 14 countries.
Established in 1992, the Franco-German-Spanish Eurocopter Group is a Division of EADS, a world leader in aerospace, defence and related services. In 2006, Eurocopter confirmed its position as the world’s No.1 helicopter manufacturer with a turnover of 3.8 billion euros, orders for 615 new helicopters. Its strong worldwide presence is ensured by its 17 subsidiaries on five continents, including American Eurocopter.
AgustaWestland is one of the largest helicopter companies in the world. The company offers an unrivalled range of helicopters, training and support solutions to satisfy the requirements of civil and military customers. AgustaWestland has its primary operations in Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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AgustaWestland and Eurocopter Jointly Confirm their Commitment to the Success of the NH90
