Al Ain: Strata Manufacturing, the advanced composite aero structures manufacturing company wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company PJSC, has reinforced its commitment to expanding opportunities for Emiratis in the manufacturing sector with the graduation of the latest cohort of its Composite Aerostructures Training Program.
The specialised programme equips students with necessary skills to contribute to Strata’s vision of becoming a global aerostructures manufacturer with distinct local roots, meeting the objectives of Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 to create a diversified and a knowledge-based economy.
The new 67 graduates are the latest to join the Strata family following a collaboration with the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) to educate and train Emirati technicians to support Strata’s continued development as a local champion for manufacturing contributing to the development of Abu Dhabi’s industrial capabilities.
“Strata is committed to nurturing, developing and championing the leaders of tomorrow with a passion for manufacturing and aerospace,” said Ismail Ali Abdulla, CEO of Strata. “To build a competitive, skilled and dynamic workforce, we are constantly looking for young Emirati talent to join our ever-growing family and develop sustainable careers while contributing towards the nation’s long-term vision.”
With a strong focus on women empowerment in a traditionally male-dominated industry, the latest batch of composite aircraft technician graduates featured several high-performers.
Among them was Maitha Abdulla AlKuwaitti who scored the highest in Batch 13. Commenting on her graduation, AlKuwaitti, said: “It is a very special opportunity to follow in the footsteps of my sister, Nouf AlKuwaitti who works as an aero structure technician at Strata. I was always intrigued about aerospace and started my journey at a young age. With the support of my family, I have fulfilled the dream of being part of the Strata workforce. My next goal is to continue my studies and grow into a role model for UAE women in the aerospace sector.”
Salama Humaid Al Nuaimi, who topped the class in Batch 14, said: “Watching my friends graduate from Strata’s unique programme motivated me to enrol and drove me to excel. I am now manufacturing parts on the A330 aircraft, this new experience comes with great opportunities that will support me in understanding the new dimensions of aerospace. My next immediate goal is to complete my degree in aerospace engineering.”
The Composite Aerostructures Training Program was created in 2010 to develop the knowledge base, and enhance the skill sets, of Emirati technicians and provide them with sustainable career opportunities. To date, the programme has graduated more than 300 Emirati students. As a result of a committed Emiratisation drive, UAE nationals account for more than half of the Strata Manufacturing workforce, of which 86% are women.
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About Strata
Strata Manufacturing PJSC (STRATA) is a composite aero-structures manufacturing facility based in the heart of Nibras Al Ain Aerospace, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The company was established in 2009, with production beginning in 2010. Strata has partnerships with the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers such as Airbus, Boeing and Leonardo-Finmeccanica Aero-structures Division as well as a Tier one supplier to FACC AG, SAAB and S.A.B.C.A.
Strata is wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), the Abu Dhabi-based investment and development company and is part of the Aerospace, Renewables & ICT platform that aims to advance the development of a leading aerospace hub in Abu Dhabi.
Strata manufactures various parts on Airbus, Boeing and ATR aircrafts:
- Airbus A330 family Flap Track Fairings
- Airbus A330 family Ailerons
- Airbus A330 family Spoilers
- Airbus A350 – 900 family Flap Support Fairings
- Airbus A350 – 1000 family Flap Support Fairings
- Airbus A350 – 900 family Inboard Flaps
- Airbus A380 family Flap Track Fairings
- ATR 42/72 Rudder
- ATR 42/72 Vertical Fin
- Boeing B777 Empennage Ribs; and
- Boeing B787 Vertical Fin Ribs
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