Abu dhabi: Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement (Tawazun), EPI, an entity of EDGE Group, and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) have signed a framework agreement to manufacture Electronic Brake Control Units (eBCU) in the UAE. The collaboration is enabled by the UAE Tawazun Economic Programme, which aims to generate lasting value for the national economy by supporting stakeholders and aligning defence priorities with industrial and technological objectives.

According to Emirates News Agency, through the framework agreement, EPI and GA-ASI will jointly manufacture and repair eBCUs, a technology designed to replace legacy hydraulic braking systems for civilian and defence applications. Majed Saif Al Shamsi, Executive Director of the Economic Programme at Tawazun, emphasized the collaboration’s role in fostering a robust ecosystem of precision engineering and defence technologies in the UAE.

Michael Deshaies, CEO of EPI, noted that the partnership with General Atomics marks a significant step in advancing the UAE’s aerospace industry. This initiative strengthens the drive towards full vertical integration, enhances In-Country Value, and ensures comprehensive aftermarket support for the new braking system.

GA-ASI President David R. Alexander highlighted the transformative nature of electronic braking in aviation technology, emphasizing its compact design, performance benefits, and reduced maintenance requirements. This partnership reinforces the commitment to technological growth and economic development in the UAE, contributing to the global evolution of aviation technology.