The Machine Maker, June 21, 2023
BIKAR AEROSPACE GmbH, a leading German supplier of aerospace materials, has selected the Belagavi Aerospace Cluster (BAC), operated by Aequs Infrastructure, as the location for its advanced Aerospace Service Centre. This strategic decision aims to leverage the cluster’s proximity to India’s aerospace triangle of Belagavi, Bangalore, and Hyderabad to cater to manufacturing units in the region.
By establishing a presence at Aequs SEZ in Belagavi, BIKAR aims to expand its market reach and strengthen its position as a premier international supplier of aerospace materials. The company plans to offer storage and customized processing of semi-finished products made of aluminum, titanium, super alloys, and other aerospace metals. With over six decades of experience in the distribution of non-ferrous metals, BIKAR is dedicated to meeting the needs of the aviation industry through cutting-edge automation and digitalization in metal cuttings production.
Aequs’ Belagavi Aerospace Cluster provides an ideal location for BIKAR’s operations. Situated in close proximity to the aerospace triangle, the cluster allows BIKAR to efficiently serve aerospace manufacturers in Belagavi, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. With over 30 manufacturing units already present at the BAC campus and Bangalore and Hyderabad being established aerospace manufacturing hubs, BIKAR’s strategic choice reinforces its commitment to meeting the industry’s evolving demands.
Alex Bikar, CEO of BIKAR AEROSPACE GmbH, expressed enthusiasm for the company’s expansion into India, highlighting their dedication to providing exceptional services to clients and strengthening their position in the aerospace market. The strategic location at Aequs and the establishment of the Aerospace Service Centre in Belagavi are expected to contribute to BIKAR’s continued success and ability to meet industry needs.
Aravind Melligeri, Chairman & CEO of Aequs, welcomed BIKAR Aerospace to BAC, emphasizing the cluster’s vertically integrated manufacturing ecosystem and its capabilities in delivering end-to-end manufacturing value. He stated that BIKAR’s choice of BAC showcases the cluster’s success and utility to global aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for quality services ranging from raw materials to globally approved capabilities offered within the cluster.
Being part of the BAC will enable BIKAR to provide seamless services to its customers, meeting their diverse requirements with greater efficiency. The company expects its new location at the BAC to be fully operational by the first quarter of 2024, reinforcing its commitment to expanding its presence in the aerospace sector and diversifying its global footprint.
With 60 years of experience in commercial operations, BIKAR AEROSPACE GmbH has established itself as a trusted partner in the aerospace supply chain. The family-run German company aims to strengthen its global presence and contribute to the advancement of the aviation industry by delivering high-quality products and services in the field of aluminum, titanium, and super alloys.
Aequs Infra, the operator of the Belagavi Aerospace Cluster, provides world-class infrastructure and industrialization support for manufacturing, engineering, and IT/BT companies. In addition to the aerospace cluster, Aequs is developing the ‘Toy Cluster’ in Koppal, Karnataka, and the ‘Consumer Goods Cluster’ in Hubballi, Karnataka, furthering its commitment to fostering industrial growth and competitiveness in India.
Through its strategic partnership with Aequs and its presence at the Belagavi Aerospace Cluster, BIKAR AEROSPACE GmbH is poised to enhance its operations, expand its global reach, and contribute to the advancement of the aerospace industry.
This article first appeared in The Machine Maker