Rockwell Collins, Zen Technologies to combine simulation and training forces in India

Rockwell Collins and Zen Technologies announced today that the two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to combine their strengths in simulation and training to offer industry-leading, high fidelity solutions to Indian military customers.

The announcement coincides with the recent launch of the "Make in India" campaign, which is aimed at enhancing the country's prominence in global manufacturing while creating jobs by increasing the flow of new technology and capital. The memorandum of understanding also marks the first time that a global simulator original equipment manufacturer has partnered with an Indian simulator manufacturing company to cater to the Indian defense market.

In 2008, Rockwell Collins opened a design center in Hyderabad, India, to augment the company's existing engineering capabilities. The India Design Center (IDC) was created to help Rockwell Collins expand its global footprint, meet the needs of customers in this region, and increase access to high-quality engineering and design talent. The IDC currently has 600 employees.