Rolls-Royce and Azad Engineering Partners for Defense Aero-Components
Rolls-Royce has entered into a long-term arrangement with Azad Engineering to produce and deliver sophisticated components for defence aircraft engines.
According to the long-term deal, Hyderabad-based Azad Engineering will produce and deliver complicated components for defence aircraft engines, joining the worldwide supply chain for Rolls-Royce’s technologically sophisticated aero engines.
Alex Zino, Executive Vice President – Business Development and Future Programmes and Head of Global Networks, Rolls-Royce, said, “Strong collaboration has been at the heart of Rolls-Royce’s journey of success in India. As we work towards strengthening the defence ecosystem, we are happy to expand our supply chain in India in partnership with Azad Engineering.”
Abhishek Singh, Senior Vice President – Defence, India and South-East Asia, Rolls-Royce, said, “The sourcing of complex components from India for aero engine programmes further advances the goal of capability creation in the country.”
Rolls-Royce has a strong ecosystem in India, encompassing strategic local partnerships, joint ventures, a robust supply chain, a rich talent pool, engineering capability, digital solutions and service delivery capabilities.
