Tata Advanced Systems and Safran Inaugurate LEAP Engine Rotating Parts Facility in Telangana, Boosting India’s Aerospace Manufacturing Ecosystem
The inauguration ceremony was attended by D. Sridhar Babu, Telangana’s Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, along with senior executives from Tata Advanced Systems, Safran, and government officials. Dominique Dupuy, Senior Vice President Purchasing, Safran AircraThe inauguration ceremony was attended by D. Sridhar Babu, Telangana’s Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, along with senior executives from Tata Advanced Systems, Safran, and government officials. Dominique Dupuy, Senior Vice President Purchasing, Safran Aircraft Engines; Sukaran Singh, CEO&MD, TASL, and Masood Hussainy, Executive Director, TASL.ft Engines; Sukaran Singh, CEO&MD, TASL, and Masood Hussainy, Executive Director, TASL.
Hyderabad, October 28: In a major milestone for India’s aerospace and defence manufacturing ecosystem, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), in partnership with Safran Aircraft Engines, inaugurated a state-of-the-art rotating parts manufacturing facility for the LEAP engine at the Tata Centre of Excellence for Aero Engines in Adibatla, Hyderabad.
The facility will produce complex rotating parts for the CFM LEAP engine, featuring advanced machining and special processes under one roof. The inauguration ceremony was attended by D. Sridhar Babu, Telangana’s Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, along with senior executives from Tata Advanced Systems, Safran, and government officials.
The new plant marks a key achievement in the strategic collaboration announced in January 2024, when TASL and Safran signed a long-term agreement for the production of LEAP engine components — developed by CFM International, a 50:50 joint venture between GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines. The LEAP engine powers the majority of new-generation narrowbody aircraft, delivering 15% better fuel efficiency and significantly lower noise levels than previous models.
“Rotative aeroengine components represent the pinnacle of aerospace technology, and this world-class facility reflects our commitment to building advanced manufacturing capabilities in India,” said Sukaran Singh, CEO and Managing Director, Tata Advanced Systems Limited. “Being part of the LEAP program — one of the world’s highest-selling engine platforms — underscores our focus on precision, quality, and excellence in the global aerospace supply chain.”
Dominique Dupuy, Senior Vice President, Purchasing, Safran Aircraft Engines, said the new plant lies at the core of Safran’s global supply chain strategy. “By manufacturing closer to our markets, we’re strengthening supply chain resilience while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability,” he said, describing the project as a “new chapter” in Safran’s partnership with Tata Advanced Systems.
India currently represents the third-largest operator of LEAP engines globally, with 75% of Indian commercial aircraft equipped with CFM’s advanced turbofan technology. Over 2,000 LEAP engines have been ordered by Indian airlines, making the country a key hub for manufacturing and maintenance support.
The Tata Centre of Excellence for Aero Engines, established in 2018, is purpose-built to support both Indian and global aerospace programs. The new facility integrates Industry 4.0 practices, featuring advanced precision-machining technologies and digital process monitoring to ensure efficiency, consistency, and quality in aeroengine production.
The partnership further cements India’s position as a trusted player in global aerospace manufacturing, aligning with national goals of self-reliance and technology leadership under the Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat missions, the company said in a statement.
