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Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), a leading Indian conglomerate, is exploring potential acquisitions in the global aerospace supply-chain following a surge in demand from major aircraft manufacturers. According to group chief executive officer and managing director Anish Shah, global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have approached Mahindra to address production bottlenecks that are hindering aircraft deliveries.

Shah stated that OEMs have expressed interest in Mahindra's ability to deliver high-quality products, with some even offering support for acquisition-led consolidation. "They're telling us, 'Can you come in and acquire, we'll help you acquire?'" Shah said, adding that Mahindra has set a high threshold for returns before pursuing such deals. "If we do acquire, you need to guarantee our returns for five years. They said, 'We will do that but we want you to come in.'"

Mahindra's aerospace business has emerged as one of the group's fastest-growing verticals, with nearly $1 billion worth of orders secured in just over a year. In comparison, the company accumulated roughly $150 million in orders over the previous 12-15 years. Shah expressed the company's aspiration to become one of the top 5 aerostructures companies in the world, which is feasible within the next three to five years.

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Airbus, a major OEM, has significantly expanded its engagement with Mahindra Aerostructures, a wholly owned subsidiary of M&M. In April 2025, Airbus Helicopters awarded Mahindra Aerostructures a contract to manufacture the main fuselage assembly for the H130 helicopter. The partnership deepened further in August 2025 when Airbus selected Mahindra Aerostructures as an additional source for manufacturing the main fuselage of its best-selling H125 helicopter.

Mahindra Aerostructures also counts Boeing, Dassault Aviation, GE Aerospace, HAL, and Spirit Aerosystems among its clients. The company is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for aerospace products and services, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products.

As the global aerospace industry continues to grow, Mahindra & Mahindra is well-positioned to play a significant role in the supply-chain. With its expanding aerospace business and strategic partnerships with major OEMs, the company is poised for continued growth and success in the industry.

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