Zen Technologies is partnering with Rockwell Collins to combine their strengths in simulation and training to provide solutions to Indian military customers, the company stated in a press release.
Rockwell Collins provides aviation simulation and training products, systems and integration solutions. Zen Technologies specializes in supplying industry-leading ground military simulation and training solutions.
“Our relationship with Zen Technologies will open up avenues to further extend our reach in the Indian defense market, and allows Rockwell Collins to offer superior end-to-end solutions that militaries utilize throughout the world,” said Le Ann Ridgeway, vice president and general manager, Simulation & Training Solutions for Rockwell Collins.
“Combining the strengths of our two companies will provide Indian military customers with air and ground solutions that will better prepare their soldiers and airmen to successfully complete missions,” Ridgeway added.
“We want to work closely with the industry to ensure they have easy access to innovative solutions,” said Jim Walker, vice president and managing director of Asia Pacific for Rockwell Collins. “We will continue to invest in India through steady growth, strategic partnerships and by strengthening existing customer relations.”
The memorandum of understanding also marks the first time that a global simulator original equipment manufacturer has partnered with an Indian simulator manufacturing company to cater to the Indian defense market.