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Rolls-Royces to Fords: How collectors are preserving India's motoring soul

From handcrafted parts to million-rupee rebuilds, the people reviving India's automotive past

Updated On: 28 Nov 2025 | 6:10 AM IST

Rolls-Royce expects non-govt power biz to outgrow govt supplies by 2026-27

Multinational aerospace and power systems major Rolls-Royce expects non-governmental business of its power systems vertical in India to outgrow the traditionally dominant government supplies by 2026-27, according to its top officials. The company, which sells MTU brand of products and solutions in India under its power systems business, is betting big on the boom in power solutions for data centres, semiconductor sites and other institutional backup installations, including factories. Rolls-Royce's power systems business, a specialist for large engines, propulsion systems and distributed energy systems, is marking 25 years of presence in the country with over 2600 MTU engines and gensets in service across naval and land defence, mining, and powergen sectors. "India for us, from a power systems perspective, the focus was Navy, Army, servicing the products, as well as some mining business and some emergency backup power for some hospitals, or some critical infrastructure," Giovanni ..

Updated On: 23 Nov 2025 | 11:06 AM IST

Rolls-Royce expects non-govt power biz to outgrow govt supplies by 2026-27

Multinational aerospace and power systems major Rolls-Royce expects non-governmental business of its power systems vertical in India to outgrow the traditionally dominant government supplies by 2026-27, according to its top officials. The company, which sells MTU brand of products and solutions in India under its power systems business, is betting big on the boom in power solutions for data centres, semiconductor sites and other institutional backup installations, including factories. Rolls-Royce's power systems business, a specialist for large engines, propulsion systems and distributed energy systems, is marking 25 years of presence in the country with over 2600 MTU engines and gensets in service across naval and land defence, mining, and powergen sectors. "India for us, from a power systems perspective, the focus was Navy, Army, servicing the products, as well as some mining business and some emergency backup power for some hospitals, or some critical infrastructure," Giovanni ..

Updated On: 23 Nov 2025 | 11:06 AM IST

Rolls-Royce opens largest global capability, innovation centre in Bengaluru

Rolls-Royce, the luxury automobile manufacturer and global power systems company, on Wednesday launched its largest Global Capability and Innovation Centre (GCC) in the city. The facility was inaugurated by Karnataka Large and Medium Industries Minister MB Patil, a statement issued by his office said. Speaking on the occasion, Patil said the team in Bengaluru would now be powering the company's global businesses. Rolls-Royce's expansion, he noted, reaffirms Karnataka's position as India's leading hub for aerospace, defence, and advanced engineering. Bengaluru ranks among the world's top three aerospace cities for attracting foreign investments. Our state hosts companies with strengths across the entire aerospace and defence value chain, the Minister said. He added that in power systems and propulsion, leaders like Aequs and Collins Aerospace stand out. In structural and mechanical components, Wipro and Mahindra Aerospace are driving progress. In specialised technologies, Boeing,

Updated On: 18 Sep 2025 | 6:28 PM IST

Rolls-Royce plans MRO facility in India for AIFs AE2100 engine support

Aerospace major Rolls-Royce on Thursday said it is exploring potential opportunities for setting up maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capability in India for the AE2100 engine operated by the Indian Air Force to support and sustain the fleet, aligned with the India-UK free trade pact. As the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) comes into effect, Rolls-Royce said it plans to accelerate its aerospace and defence engagement with India. "Among its areas of focus is the exploration of a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) capability in India for the AE2100 engine, to support and sustain the fleet," the company said in a statement. Sharing the company's plans, Rolls-Royce Senior Vice President - Defence (India and South-East Asia), Abhishek Singh said with its strong legacy in India, the firm is looking forward to strengthening its in-country capabilities alongside the strong framework for bilateral collaboration set out by the CETA and the UK-India Vision .

Updated On: 07 Aug 2025 | 6:05 PM IST

Rolls-Royce still vying to codevelop India's stealth jet engine: Alex Zino

Rolls-Royce says India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will positively impact both its civil aviation and defence businesses in India

Updated On: 03 Aug 2025 | 10:33 PM IST

Ethiopian Airlines considering order for 20 regional jets, CEO says

"We are evaluating three aircraft models, the E-2 from Embraer, the A220 from Airbus, and the 737 MAX 7 from Boeing," CEO Mesfin Tasew Bekele said

Updated On: 02 Jun 2025 | 5:13 PM IST

Rolls-Royce to 'Protect, Power, and Connect' Viksit Bharat: Alex Zino

Backed by the UK govt, Rolls-Royce is also exploring co-developing and co-manufacturing the engine for India's planned fifth-generation fighter plane, with IP ownership in India

Updated On: 14 Feb 2025 | 10:59 PM IST

Rolls-Royce to double sourcing from India over the next five years

Aerospace major Rolls-Royce on Monday said it intends to double its supply chain sourcing from India over the next five years. The company will seek to increase its sourcing of complex parts for advanced aerospace engines, naval propulsion systems, diesel engines and gas turbine engines as part of its plans to grow presence and participation in India's defence sector, Rolls-Royce said in a statement. Currently, the company said it sources a wide range of high-precision parts and engine components for its civil aerospace, defence and power systems businesses from a variety of Indian partners, without disclosing the overall value of the sourced products. "India is fast emerging as a preferred hub for global sourcing, and we are looking to broaden our partnerships here to support both our business growth and the government of India's vision to 'Make in India for the world'," Rolls-Royce Chief Transformation Officer Nicola Grady-Smith said. Stating that over the years, Rolls-Royce has

Updated On: 10 Feb 2025 | 4:36 PM IST

Rolls-Royce to double sourcing from India over the next five years

Aerospace major Rolls-Royce on Monday said it intends to double its supply chain sourcing from India over the next five years. The company will seek to increase its sourcing of complex parts for advanced aerospace engines, naval propulsion systems, diesel engines and gas turbine engines as part of its plans to grow presence and participation in India's defence sector, Rolls-Royce said in a statement. Currently, the company said it sources a wide range of high-precision parts and engine components for its civil aerospace, defence and power systems businesses from a variety of Indian partners, without disclosing the overall value of the sourced products. "India is fast emerging as a preferred hub for global sourcing, and we are looking to broaden our partnerships here to support both our business growth and the government of India's vision to 'Make in India for the world'," Rolls-Royce Chief Transformation Officer Nicola Grady-Smith said. Stating that over the years, Rolls-Royce has

Updated On: 10 Feb 2025 | 4:36 PM IST

Rolls-Royce, Triveni Engineering to explore marine gas turbine ventures

Triveni Engineering & Industries Ltd on Thursday said it has signed an initial pact with Rolls-Royce Marine North America Inc to explore opportunities in 4MW marine gas turbine generators. In a regulatory filing, Triveni Engineering & Industries said it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rolls-Royce Marine North America Inc to "explore opportunities to collaborate on programmes for 4 MW marine gas turbine generators (GTG) for customers in India." "Rolls-Royce has a proven track record of powering some of the world's most advanced naval platforms, including the US Navy's DDG-51 destroyer," said John Shade, EVP for US Business Development and Future Programmes, Rolls-Royce Defence. Shade further noted that "India is a key strategic growth market for Rolls Royce and we are confident that our industry-leading marine gas turbine generators are an ideal choice to power the Indian Navy's future fleet." This would include several key areas including design, ...

Updated On: 06 Feb 2025 | 11:25 AM IST

Britain gives Rolls-Royce a $11 billion nuclear submarine contract

The eight-year deal will strengthen the Royal Navy's continuous at-sea deterrent - under which at least one nuclear-armed ballistic missile submarine patrols the seas at all times

Updated On: 24 Jan 2025 | 10:42 AM IST

Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II launched in India with Rs 8.95 cr price tag

Rolls-Royce started accepting bookings for Ghost Series II in India while deliveries will begin early 2025. It is powered by a 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox

Updated On: 30 Dec 2024 | 10:21 AM IST

Qatar to invest $1.3 bn in climate tech in Britain, Rolls-Royce to benefit

The announcement was made during a two-day state visit to Britain by Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani

Updated On: 04 Dec 2024 | 10:20 AM IST

Rolls-Royce launches Cullinan Series II starting from Rs 10.5 crore

British luxury auto-maker Rolls-Royce cars on Friday launched its ultra-luxury Cullinan Series II here, with price starting from Rs 10.50 crore, a company official said. The company, in a statement said the first local client deliveries would commence from the fourth quarter of 2024. "The debut of Cullinan Series II in India represents a significant milestone for Rolls-Royce in the Asia Pacific region. Since its original launch in 2018, this remarkable motor car has attracted a younger and more diverse group of clients, and today Cullinan is the most requested Rolls-Royce in the marque's portfolio," Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Regional Director Asia-Pacific Irene Nikkein said. "Cullinan Series II integrates new technologies, new materials, meticulously considered design updates and innovative opportunities for self-expression through Bespoke," Nikkein said. Pricing for Cullinan Series II in India starts from Rs 10.50 crore while Price for Black Badge Cullinan Series II starts at Rs 12.

Updated On: 27 Sep 2024 | 10:37 PM IST

Here's what airlines are doing in response to Cathay's A350 engine failure

Qatar Airways said the issue had no impact on its 24 A350-1000 aircraft and it would continue to monitor any developments

Updated On: 05 Sep 2024 | 11:48 AM IST

Airbus, Rolls-Royce to break silence on Cathay A350 engine incident

Manufacturers have been leaning against recommending worldwide checks but the final word lies with regulators

Updated On: 05 Sep 2024 | 8:35 AM IST

What is the issue with Cathay Pacific's A350 engines: All you need to know

A problem unfolded several minutes after take-off on flight CX383 from Hong Kong to Zurich on Monday

Updated On: 03 Sep 2024 | 9:43 AM IST

Ex-Rolls Royce design head Ian Cameron stabbed to death, suspect on run

Ian Cameron murder: The British car designer was stabbed at the doorstep of his $3 million mansion in Germany's Herrsching at Lake Ammersee on Friday evening

Updated On: 17 Jul 2024 | 1:04 PM IST

Rolls-Royce offers engines for Zorawar LT, futuristic fighter jet

Rolls-Royce has jumped into the fray, offering a portfolio of engines that encompasses every dimension of combat - underwater, surface, land and air

Updated On: 09 Jul 2024 | 11:53 PM IST