Rolls-Royce has decided to scale up its military engine programme in India as it is exploring opportunities to co-develop a next-generation combat jet engine and localise engine manufacture for the Indian Army, Navy as well as Coast Guard.
Speaking about the company’s plans, Nicola Grady-Smith, Chief Transformation Officer, Rolls-Royce said, “India is fast emerging as a preferred hub for global sourcing, and we are looking to broaden our partnerships here to support both our business growth and the Government of India’s vision to ‘Make in India for the world’. Over the years, Rolls-Royce has helped bolster in-country manufacturing capabilities to meet the highest global quality standards. The focus is now on strengthening relationships with both existing and potential future Indian suppliers, to help develop capabilities to manufacture complex engine components locally for global markets.