Collins Aerospace has inaugurated its new Collins India Operations Center (CIOC) — a 26-acre, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located at the KIADB Aerospace Park in Bengaluru. The new site strengthens the company’s capacity to produce advanced aerospace products for global markets while further expanding its footprint in India.
Equipped with cutting-edge technologies including artificial intelligence, additive manufacturing, and robotics, the facility will initially focus on producing a wide range of components such as seats, lighting and cargo systems, temperature sensors, communication and navigation systems, water solutions, and evacuation slides.
“The Collins India Operations Center will drive operations and manufacturing for more than 70 Collins products, enhancing worldwide service transformation and delivering operational excellence,” said Roy Gullickson, Senior Vice President of Operations at Collins Aerospace. “The CIOC will also have incremental capacity to support future growth opportunities and customer requirements.”
The facility features an Industry 4.0 Building Management System — a connected ecosystem that optimises speed, precision, and quality in manufacturing processes. It is certified to both LEED Silver and Indian Green Building Council Silver standards, underscoring Collins Aerospace’s commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. By 2026, the site will employ more than 2,200 people across various disciplines.
Collins Aerospace has maintained a strong presence in India for nearly three decades, employing over 6,500 professionals across engineering, digital, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain functions. Earlier in the year, the company announced a significant investment in a new Engineering Development and Test Center in Bengaluru, reinforcing its long-term strategy to integrate innovation, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing to serve the global aerospace sector.
