GE Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) are partnering to manufacture, assemble, integrate and test aircraft components. They will jointly manufacture CFM International LEAP engine components in India, for the global supply chain, Tata Sons said in a press release.
The two companies also announced their intention to pursue military engine and aircraft system opportunities for the India market. The LEAP engine is the world’s leading jet engine for single-aisle commercial jets.
The press release also said that a new Centre of Excellence will be established to help develop a robust ecosystem for aircraft engine manufacturing in India and build related capabilities.
“We look forward to working with GE to build more expertise and strengthen India’s defence manufacturing capabilities,” said N Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons. “Tata group’s partnership with GE will help drive synergies in defence manufacturing and focus on innovation to support our armed forces.”
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