Northrop Grumman country executive for Japan, Lisa Brown and IHI AEROSPACE president Fumiharu Namiki signed the memorandum of understanding to explore potential collaborative opportunities, earlier this month.
The companies will reportedly focus on exploring innovative propulsion solutions to meet the evolving needs of customers in the US and Japan for advance global propulsion technology under the strong alliance between both countries.
IHI AEROSPACE already provides a range of products including space transportation systems, solid propulsion systems for guided missiles and satellite propulsion systems.
“This partnership with Northrop Grumman marks the first step in what we believe will be a highly productive collaboration,” according to IHI AEROSPACE president Fumiharu Namiki.
“Northrop Grumman has extensive experience and a proven track record in this field, and we share a long-standing cooperative relationship.
“We are confident that this partnership will further promote international cooperation between the United States and Japan.”
Northrop Grumman and IHI AEROSPACE intend to leverage their expertise in propulsion system development and advanced manufacturing capabilities for future collaborative efforts.
“Collaborating with IHI AEROSPACE to explore the future of propulsion technology allows us to drive innovation by combining our unique capabilities,” according to Northrop Grumman country executive for Japan, Lisa Brown.
“This MOU highlights our dedication to fostering international partnerships that push the boundaries of solid rocket motor technology.”