Air India MRO facility at Hyderabad Kicks off

Hyderabad , India, 29 May, 2015 - There’s a lot happening on the ground in Hyderabad that benefits aircrafts flying across India and beyond.In the continuing tradition of its MRO’s across India, Air India Engineering Services Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Air India launched its integrated state-of –the –art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Hyderabad on Friday.

The MRO facility was inaugurated by Union Civil Aviation Minister, Govt. Of India Shri Ashok Gajapati Raju Pusapati has been developed at an investment Rs. 79.20 crore and will employ 500 peoples.

The facility spread over 5 acres has a built-up area 2, 80,000 sq ft. comprises of the hanger, workshop and administrative building and others. The unit two narrow-body aircraft or one wide-body aircraft.

Touted as world class facility, the infrastructure showcases special design features such as Electric Overhead Traveling (EOT) crane in the hanger, a fire hydrant system with water and foam, utility hatch pits to supply pneumatic air, electric power and data & voice to the aircraft in a fully concealed manner. With solar power facility for external lighting, natural lighting system, LED lights for the work benches and work tables, rain water harvesting, the MRO is well equipped with superior energy efficiency systems.

Air India already operates a MRO facility at Thiruvanthapuram and its next MRO unit at Nagpur MRO facility this week.

The Nagpur MRO facility has been developed in collaboration with Boeing and the unit set-up at a cost an investment of over Rs. 600 crore.

Speaking at the inaugural session, Mr. Rohit Nandan, MD and Chairman of Air India said, “We are looking at a Rs. 6.5 crore told reporters on Friday.

According to turnaround plan, operating profit has a set a target of becoming more profitable by in the year 2022. He added

Nandan mentioned that if the current oil prices and dollar rate continue become profitable before 2022. Air India has accumulated loses valued Rs. 30,000 crore is on a recovery process. There is better financial discipline and introduction of Boeing 787s has reduced cost as it is a fuel efficient plane. Customer’s confidence is Air India has improved with no staff strikes as against at least two a year in the past. He further added.

Air India Engg. Services Ltd. Already has 25 clients said, Mr. Jagannath, CEO. HR , AIESL.

According to the industry estimates MRO industry in India is around $ 700 million and airlines operating in India send their planes for MRO work to places viz. Srilanka, Singapore and Dubai as the taxes there are neither zero nor low, resulting in lower costs.

Russian Helicopters to showcase new commercial models at Heli-Russia 2015

 

Moscow, Russia, 21 May, 2015 - Russian Helicopters will highlight a line-up of new commercial helicopters including the light Ka-226T and Ansat and medium Mi-171A2 and Mi-38 at HeliRussia 2015 one of the key events in the industry calendar which runs from 21-23 May at Moscow Crocus Expo centre. The company will take part in round tables and conferences, and will hold a number of meetings and presentations for partners. 

“Russian Helicopters has always been an active participant in HeliRussia, where it showcases advanced technology,” Russian Helicopters CEO Alexander Mikheev said. “By creating new helicopters we can expand our model range and compete more successfully on the global market. Today’s helicopter manufacturers are also competing to provide the best aftersales service and this is a key area of focus for us that we plan to highlight at Heli-Russia.” 

Sector experts expect particular interest in the light multirole Ka-226T and Ansat. The Ka-226T boasts high-precision hovering ability, outstanding manoeuvrability and handling, as well as a high power rating, maximum safety and ease of use. 

The light multirole Ansat will be presented with a medical module. The helicopter has high potential for use in medical aviation, as it can be used to transport injured and sick people to hospitals, or to provide on-board medical attention or resuscitate patients. The medical module includes an artificial breathing apparatus, monitoring and defibrillation system, an aspirator, vacuum mattress and many other features that will help save lives. 

Deliveries of the Ansat are scheduled to start in the nearest time. Experts say that the Ansat has a number of competitive edges over other helicopters in its class. The helicopter has a spacious cabin, is reliable and easy to fly, and can be stored outdoors. 

Medium helicopters will be represented by the Mi-171A2 and Mi-38. The Mi-171A2 is one of the most eagerly anticipated new Russian helicopters, and is the latest addition to the Mi-8/17 series, with significant changes to the aircraft’s construction and on-board equipment that improve flight capabilities and reduce operating costs. Russian Helicopters is currently testing the new helicopter using the Mi-171LL (“flying laboratory”) and first prototype of the Mi-171A2. 

Sector experts say that the Mi-38’s cargo-carrying ability and cabin volume, combined with its high speed and comfort, are likely to create high levels of demand from regional operators, primarily for passenger and cargo flights. Low noise levels, a spacious passenger cabin and next-generation flight safety standards are all qualities that suit the helicopter to a wide range of uses. Flight tests are currently ongoing with a number of prototypes. Kazan Helicopters, a Russian Helicopters’ company, has already started assembling the first serial-production Mi-38. 

At Heli-Russia 2015, Russian Helicopters will also present its aftersales service programme to military helicopter operators. The programme has been taken to a new level with the granting of a licence from the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation to provide aftersales service for military aircraft sold abroad. 

Heli-Russia is a key event for Russian and global helicopter manufacturers. At HeliRussia 2015 market participants will brief the industry on their latest products and future plans. The event has been held since 2008. Russian Helicopters has participated every year, and is the title sponsor of HeliRussia 2015.

Russian Helicopters Ansat and Ka-226T enters the Russian commercial market

Moscow, Russia, 21 May, 2015 - The new light commercial Ansat and Ka-226T helicopters,developed by Russian Helicopters are now available on the Russian commercial aircraft market. Both received the required Interstate Aviation Committee Aviation Register certificates and can be operated commercially. Earlier modifications of these helicopters have been used by the Ministry of Defence, Emergencies Ministry, Interior Ministry, Federal Security Service (FSB) and other Russian state agencies. Built to the traditional Ansat and coaxial Ka-226T designs to each has their own advantages. These multirole helicopters can be used for cargo and passenger transport, and also for medevac missions.

“Receiving the IAC’s AR approval for the new variants of the renowned Ka-226 and Ansat helicopters means a significant expansion of these helicopters’ range of use in commercial aviation,’ Chairman of the IAC’s AR Vladimir Bespalov said. “In particular, approving the ambulance version of the Ansat will make it possible to deliver emergency medical assistance and to evacuate the injured from accident or disaster sites. The Ka-226T is a deep modification of the Ka-226. It is fitted with Arrius 2G1 engines, a new VR-226N main gearbox and navigation avionics. These modernisations have significantly improved the helicopter’s flight capabilities and commercial appeal.”

“The certification of our new helicopters marks a new phase in our group’s development. We are entering a sector of the helicopter industry in which, for a long while, we had no presence. Today, we are offering helicopter operators two new light models. These helicopters boast a great diversity of potential uses on the commercial market, thanks to their technical characteristics,” Russian Helicopters CEO Alexander Mikheev said, commenting on the official awarding of IAC AR documents for the Ansat and Ka-226T helicopters, which took place at HeliRussia 2015. “It is also important to note that the Ansat and Ka-226T helicopters can also be of use in medical aviation, which is vital for a country Russia’s size.”

The Ansat helicopter are designed and produced by Russian Helicopters' Kazan Helicopters boasts numerous advantages over competitors in its class. It is reliable and easy to operate, can operate in a wide range of weather conditions, and does not need to be stored in a hangar. The Ansat has a metal fuselage, composite materials in secondary structures and fibreglass blades.  The hingeless main rotor delivers heightened manoeuvrability and significantly reduces operating costs.

An addition to the IAC AR type certificate, making it possible to launch commercial operation of Ansat helicopters (cargo transport) was received in August 2013. In December 2014, IAC AR issued approval for the main changes (supplementary to the type certificate) covering commercial passenger transport. The medical variant of the helicopter marked the final stage in creating a unified helicopter certified for cargo and medical passenger transportation. Ansat operators can transform the cabin to suit their requirements.

Medical versions of both helicopters are also produced to meet the needs of medical aviation. The medical Ansat is designed for medevac and transport missions. It boasts high speeds–a maximum of 275 km/h, and has a range of over 500 km. The Ansat's spacious passenger cabin can accommodate a patient, medical equipment, and ensure two medical staff have enough space to work.

The medical-resuscitation model of the Ka-226T has space for a patient and two medical staff to assist throughout the flight. Stretchers are easily loaded onto and unloaded from the helicopter through the large opening in the rear of the transport cabin. The Ka-226T's medical equipment meets international standards and ensures the medical staff are able to work effectively during the flight. The Ka-226T has a range of 500 km and maximum speed of 220 km/h.

ASSE symposium on safety two days technical conference begins at Vizag today

Connecting Chennai City Better in Future

Chennai, India, 21 May, 2015 - The Govt. of Tamilnadu created a special purpose vehicle (SPV) for implementing the Chennai Metro Rail Project. This SPV named as ‘Chennai Metro Rail Ltd’ was incorporated on 03.12.2007 under the companies act. It has now been converted in to a joint venture of Govt. of India and Govt. Of Tamil Nadu with equal sharing. Metro Rail systems are already operation in New Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru as well as approved for Hyderabad.

The Govt. Of Tamil Nadu after careful consideration to implement a rail based mass Rapid Transport system i.e. the Metro Rail Project. This project with a base cost of INR 14,600 crores is being funded by the Govt. of Tamil Nadu and will provide the people of Chennai with a fast, reliable, convenient, efficient, modern and economical mode of transport which is properly integrated with other forms of public and private transports including buses, sub-urban trains and MRTS.CMRL is proposed to provide about 45 km Metro network in the City across two corridors.

Corridor-1: Washermenpet to Airport will would covering a total length of 23.0 km of which 14.3 km would be underground section with the following stations viz. Washermenpet Metro, Mannadi, High Court, Central Metro, Govt. Estate, LIC, Thousand Lights, AG-DMS, Teynampet, Nandanmam and Saidapet Metro and 8.7 km would run on elevated sections covering Little Mount, Guindy Metro, Alandur, Nanganallur Road, Meenambakkam Metro and Airport.

Corridor-2: Central to St. Thomas Mount will would covering a total length of 22 km of which 9.7 km would be underground section with the following stations: Central Metro, Egmore Metro, Nehru Park, Kilpauk, Pachaiyappa’s College, Shenoy Nagar, Anna Nagar East, Anna Nagar Tower and Thirumangalam and 12.3 km would run on elevated sections covering Koyambedu, CMBT, Arunbakkam, Vadapalani, Ashok Nagar, EKKattuthangal, Alandur and St. Thomas Mount Metro.

Metro stations will be elder friendly and physically challenged friendly with escalators and lifts, other facilities include AC comfort in underground stations, Automatic announced systems, automatic fare collection systems, electronic information display boards, shopping malls, toilet facilities, CCTV systems, Video surveillance systems, Fire fighting systems, Park& ride facilities etc. All Metro coaches are of State of the art design and also have emergency buttons to alert the driver, air-conditioned, lightweight, made of stainless steel with 3 Phase braking system. The cars will have Automatic Train Protection (ATP) and Automatic Train Operation (ATO). Besides these cars will have electronic route map, Public Address system, passenger Emergency intercoms, Video surveillance and CCTV. Each rake shall have two wheel chair parking locations for the benefit of physically challenged persons. The cars will operate on 25 km through an Overhead Catenaries System.

Sophisticated signaling system with Automatic Train Protection, Automatic Train Operation and Automatic Train control will ensure a high degree of Safety of passengers. Train operations will be controlled centrally from the State of the art operations control centre. The platform screen Door is an integral part of the underground Section comprising of 19 stations which is full height PSD. Though the exact fare structure will be finalized at the time of starting the train operation and fare will be cost-effective.

The Govt. of Tamil Nadu approved  in-principle the extension of corridor-1 of Chennai Metro Rail Project from Washermenpet to Thiruvottiyur–Wimco Nagar covering a distance of 9.051 km on 15.10.2010. It has also approved the estimated cost of IRR 3001 crores and has recommended this extension project to Govt. of India for central Govt. funding from Japan International Co-operation Agency (JICA).

Titan Company Integrated First Format Store in Vishakapatnam

Vishakapatnam, India – Titan Company recently launches their prime integrated format store on VIP Road in Vishakaptanam is a unique fushion of Titan Company’s in-house brands Tanishq, Helios, fast rack and Titan Eyeplus. The Largest section of this new integrated experience is devoted by Tanishq which has 4100 sq. ft., Helios at 1500 sq. ft. and then Fastrack nad Titan Eyeplus at 1000 sq. ft. The Store was inaugurated by Mr. Bhaskar Bhat, M.D., Titan Company

The store is a truly a fashion mega-house over 25 international brands viz. Seiko, Emporio, Armani, Fossil, Guess, FCUK, DKNY, Diseal, Hugo Boss, Tommy Hilfiger, Police and Titan offering and unmatched range of the latest designs across these brands.People can offer up to 20% discount on the purchase of diamond jewellery at any Tanishq Store across India from 6^th june,2015 for limited period and also 40% discount on the range of eyewear at Titan Eyeplus.

South Eastern Railway Celebrated ANTI-TERRORISM DAY

                           Shri Radhey Shyam, General Manager, South Eastern Railway administering pledge to all Officers & Staff of S.E.Railway during the observance of “Anti-Terrorism Day” at this Headquarters,  Garden Reach on 21^st May, 2015.

Kolkata, India, 22 May, 2015 - Anti-Terrorism Day was Celebrated at South Eastern Railway Headquarters, Garden Reach, Kolkata held is being held on  21-05-2015.

Mr. Shri Radhey Shyam, General Manager, South Eastern Railway administered the pledge to all officers and staff to uphold and promote peace, social harmony and understanding amongst all fellow human beings and fight the forces of disruption threatening human lives and values.

Shri D.Kamilla, Additional General Manager, South Eastern Railway, Shri Manoj Pande, Chief Personnel Officer, Shri V.K.Agarwal, Chief Electrical Engineer,  Shri Aloke Biswas, Financial Advisor & Chief Accounts Officer and other Principal Head of the Departments, Senior Officers and Staff of this railway were also present at the oath taking ceremony.

“Anti-Terrorism Day” was also observed at all Divisional Offices of South Eastern Railway i.e. Kharagpur, Adra, Chakradharpur and Ranchi.