Strategic contract will see Godrej produce precision components for GTF and F135 engines at expanded Indian facilities.
Indian Manufacturer to Produce Critical Engine Components in Boost to ‘Make in India’ Aviation Push.
Mumbai— In a significant validation of India’s aerospace manufacturing capabilities Godrej Aerospace has entered a strategic partnership with Pratt & Whitney to produce complex components for the American engine manufacturer’s commercial and military aircraft programs. The agreement positions Godrej as a tier-1 supplier in the global aviation value chain.
Contract Highlights
✈ Scope: Precision components for Pratt & Whitney’s GTF™ and F135 engine programs
🏭 Production Sites: Godrej’s 35,000 sqm existing facility + new 48,500 sqm expansion
🤖 Technology: Robotic machining cells with AI-driven quality control
🌍 Export Focus: Components to be integrated into engines powering Airbus A320neo & F-35 fighters
Strategic Implications
1. Capability Milestones
✔ Tolerance Levels: Achieves ≤5 micron precision (human hair: 70 microns)
✔ Material Expertise: Nickel-alloy machining for high-temperature components
✔ Certification: AS9100D & NADCAP accredited processes
2. Manufacturing Infrastructure
| Facility | Specialization | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Khalapur Plant | Structural components | Operational |
| New Pune Campus | Engine rotating parts | Phase 1 completion Q2 2025 |
| Bengaluru R&D | Additive manufacturing | Prototyping stage |
3. Economic Impact
💰 Investment: ₹850 crore in new machining centers
👷 Employment: 1,200 high-skilled jobs by 2026
📈 Revenue Potential: $150M annual at full capacity
Industry Context: India’s Aerospace Ascent
🛫 Market Growth:
- $7B domestic aerospace market (15% CAGR)
- 25% cost advantage over Western suppliers
🔧 Global Supply Chain Shift:
- Pratt’s India Forge initiative diversifies from China
- 60+ Indian firms now in Airbus/Boeing networks
Leadership Perspectives
Maneck Behramkamdin, Godrej Aerospace:
“This contract represents three years of technical collaboration with Pratt & Whitney. Our digitally-enabled factories can now produce components that meet the most stringent FAA and EASA standards.”
Pratt & Whitney Spokesperson:
“Godrej’s vertical integration from forging to final machining made them an ideal partner as we expand our global supplier base.”
Technology Showcase: Inside Godrej’s Smart Factory
🤖 Automation:
- 6-axis CNC cells with adaptive machining
- Collaborative robots (cobots) for assembly
📊 Digital Thread:
- PLM-integrated production tracking
- Blockchain for material traceability
🧪 Quality Systems:
- CT scanning for internal defect detection
- Spectrometry for material verification
Future Roadmap
🚀 Phase 1: Ramp up to 5,000 components/year by 2025
🛠️ Phase 2: Add turbine blade machining capability
✈ Vision: Become India’s first aero-engine module integrator
