GE Aerospace has announced a US$14 million investment to expand capacity at its Pune, India, manufacturing facility as the site marks ten years of successful operations. This follows the US$30 million committed last year and will further strengthen the site’s capabilities through upgraded manufacturing processes and increased automation, including enhancements designed to support the production of advanced engine components.
“Our team in Pune has built strong capabilities, and with the support of a country-wide network of suppliers, has delivered components for some of our most advanced commercial jet engines, with safety and quality at the forefront,” said Vishwajit Singh, Managing Director of the Pune facility, GE Aerospace. “This investment reflects our commitment to the Make in India initiative and to advancing India’s role in global aerospace manufacturing.”
Originally launched as a multi-business manufacturing operation, the Pune facility has since evolved into a high-tech aerospace parts supplier for GE Aerospace’s global commercial engine network. The site is supported by more than 300 local suppliers, contributing to the wider ecosystem of over 2,200 GE Aerospace partners across India. Over the past decade, the facility has trained more than 5,000 production associates in precision manufacturing, helping to develop skilled local talent. Its ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications further reflect GE Aerospace’s commitment to sustainability and operational excellence.
The facility’s continued progress is underpinned by FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model, which emphasises safety, quality and efficiency. Through FLIGHT DECK, the Pune site has reduced waste, improved process flows and increased overall output while strengthening shop-floor safety. On a new line producing a critical component, the site has also achieved shorter lead times, higher productivity and reduced downtime — reinforcing its position as a key contributor to GE Aerospace’s global supply chain.
