EPI has signed a contract with Airbus Atlantic to produce vital metallic components for ATR aircraft.

The agreement marks a significant milestone for EPI, which styles itself as the cornerstone of precision engineering in the UAE’s aerospace, oil and gas, and defence industries, as it expands into the production domain of ATR packages, complementing its existing commercial programmes. It also positions EPI as a key player in the manufacturing of metallic components for ATR72 and ATR42 aircraft. Under the agreement, EPI will provide comprehensive support to meet Airbus Atlantic’s rigorous requirements, standards, and targets throughout the industrialisation and production phases.

Speaking on the occasion, Michael Deshaies, Chief Executive Officer of EPI, said: “This new contract with Airbus Atlantic deepens our existing cooperation and reflects our unrelenting dedication to excellence and innovation. EPI continues to establish strategic local and international partnerships with the industry’s biggest players to bolster our capabilities, expertise, and value chain. For this project, we will utilise industry-leading and high performing Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment to automate the machining process with high precision. It is a great honour to have EPI products featured on the world’s leading twin-engine turboprop airliner.”

The contract was signed during the Airbus D2P conference in Toulouse, France held on 3 and 4 December. D2P designation indicates preferred supplier status in Airbus' value chain.