The Ural Works of Civil Aviation (UZGA) is transferring projects for the localization of composite materials from Ulyanovsk to Kazan. The subsidiary has been renamed BAS-SP.
The reason for the transfer was bureaucratic delays in the Ulyanovsk region, a shortage of personnel, and competition with local aviation enterprises. In Tatarstan, UZGA is counting on the support of the authorities and industrial infrastructure.
The main task of BAS-SP is to create components for strike and reconnaissance UAVs, such as the Forpost. Experts call the decision logical: composites are critical for modern unmanned aviation, and the relocation will strengthen synergy between the holding's projects. Results are expected in 2–3 years.
The appointment of a new CEO, Ramil Akhmadeev, who previously oversaw the development of the heavy Altair UAV, confirms the holding's focus on the production of drones from composites.
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