Australian Aerospace underlined its long-term commitment to the Australia’s helicopter industry, in the wake of the Federal Government’s decision not to purchase the company’s NH90 NFH under Air 9000 Phase 8.
Dr Jens Goennemann, Chief Executive Officer Australian Aerospace said the company was disappointed with the decision, but has existing assembly and maintenance contracts and will continue to explore opportunities.
“While the Federal Government’s decision means we won’t be able to create the 750 highly-skilled, long-term jobs we planned, Australian Aerospace will continue to employ staff working on our present programs,” Dr. Goennemann said
“The current MRH90 and ARH Tiger assembly and associated Through-Life Support contracts, Fixed-Wing Programs and civilian activities will keep our Brisbane plant and other facilities across Australia operating at a high level.”
Dr Goennemann thanked the Queensland Government for its steadfast support of the NFH bid while also thanking the company’s Australian industry partners for their support in preparing the tender.
“Our supporters and industry partners were with us throughout the tender process. It is regrettable that Australian industry has missed out on this significant opportunity,” he concluded.