Airbus Helicopters explores expansion opportunities in Egypt

Egypt’s Civil Aviation Ministry has held talks with Airbus Helicopters to explore opportunities to expand the company’s activities in the local market and broaden the use of helicopters across several sectors.

Civil Aviation Minister Sameh El-Hefny met with Maxime Nicolas, Airbus Helicopters’ Area Account Manager in Egypt; Mohamed Abou Ghali, Chairperson and CEO of Abou Ghaly Motors; and Noha Siam, Second Commercial Secretary at the Egyptian Commercial Service (ECS), along with their accompanying delegation.

The meeting reviewed proposed projects by Airbus Helicopters and the company’s plans to expand its business in Egypt, as well as potential applications for helicopters in tourism, private aviation and emergency medical services.

El-Hefny said the ministry was seeking to expand cooperation with specialised international companies and benefit from their technical and technological expertise to support the development of Egypt’s civil aviation sector.

He added that the use of helicopters could be expanded across various activities, subject to applicable regulatory requirements and international standards.

For his part, Nicolas expressed Airbus Helicopters’ interest in exploring opportunities in the Egyptian market and expanding its presence in the country.

He highlighted the importance of coordination with the relevant authorities to examine certification and operational requirements, as well as potential helicopter applications that meet local market needs, particularly in tourism, private aviation and emergency medical services.