GE Aerospace has announced a fresh USD 14 million (around ₹124 crore) investment to expand its manufacturing facility in Pune, strengthening its production capabilities for advanced jet-engine components. The announcement comes as the plant celebrates 10 years of operations in India.
This new investment is in addition to the USD 30 million committed last year, taking GE Aerospace’s total investment in the Pune facility to USD 44 million within two years. The expansion aims to enhance automation, improve manufacturing processes, and increase output for high-precision parts used in some of the company’s most advanced engines, including the GE90, GEnx, GE9X, and LEAP families.
The Pune plant plays a key role in GE Aerospace’s global supply chain and is supported by a strong network of more than 300 local suppliers. Across India, the company works with over 2,200 suppliers, reflecting its deep manufacturing footprint in the country.
Over the past decade, the Pune facility has also emerged as a centre for skill development, having trained over 5,000 individuals in high-precision aerospace manufacturing. The plant follows GE’s FLIGHT DECK lean operations model, which focuses on safety, quality, waste reduction, and efficiency. As a result, the facility has achieved significant improvements in output, reduced production downtime, and strengthened overall operational performance.
The plant also holds ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, demonstrating GE Aerospace’s commitment to environmental standards and workplace safety.
According to Vishwajit Singh, Managing Director of the Pune facility, the latest investment highlights the company’s long-term commitment to India and aligns with the “Make in India” vision of boosting high-value manufacturing.
GE Aerospace has been present in India for over 40 years. Its commercial and military engines power major Indian airlines and aircraft, including the Indian Air Force’s Tejas programme. The company also runs a large engineering centre in Bengaluru, supporting global research and innovation.
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