Airbus, Tribhuvan University Forge Partnership for Aerospace Education in Nepal

Airbus and Tribhuvan University have joined forces to bolster aerospace education and research in Nepal through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding. The agreement, inked in Kathmandu, signifies a commitment to academic development, training, and industry exposure within the aerospace sector.

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A core element of a strong aerospace ecosystem is talent development.

Key areas of collaboration include research, teaching, and training related to aerospace and aviation. The partnership will also drive curriculum development in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, advanced analytics, and cybersecurity. Airbus highlighted that the initiative seeks to build capacity in Nepal by enhancing skills, particularly in aerospace engineering and digital technology.

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Airbus would bring its global expertise to support Nepal’s aviation sector through training and ecosystem development.

Jürgen Westermeier, president and managing director of Airbus South Asia, emphasized the importance of talent development for a robust aerospace ecosystem. He stated that Airbus would contribute its global expertise to support Nepal's aviation sector through targeted training and ecosystem development. Tribhuvan University's acting vice-chancellor, Sushil Bahadur Bajracharya, noted the partnership's timeliness, coinciding with a pivotal moment for Nepal's aviation industry. He believes the collaboration will significantly enhance the university's curriculum and the nation's overall aviation capabilities.

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The partnership comes at a time when Nepal’s aviation sector is at a turning point.

The MoU also paves the way for exploring internship and placement opportunities for students. Further initiatives include potential partnerships with international institutions for aerospace projects and the organization of joint events like symposiums, technical festivals, conferences, and workshops, fostering a more integrated and advanced aerospace community in Nepal.

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Collaboration with Airbus would help strengthen and develop the university’s curriculum and enhance the country’s aviation capabilities.