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Rolls-Royce of the UK on Wednesday said it aims to develop India as a key home for the company, leveraging its global expertise across air, land and sea applications.
“Our competitively advantaged technologies across air, land and sea applications position us to successfully build in-country capabilities and foster strategic partnerships that will accelerate India’s progress towards a Viksit Bharat,” said Tufan Erginbilgic, CEO, Rolls-Royce, who is in India as part of the industry delegation for UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s official visit.
“The UK and India are natural partners, working in a win-win collaboration for the benefit of people in both nations. We are determined to be India’s partner on its Atmanirbhar journey, driving further growth and promoting self-reliance, innovation, and a global presence in critical industries,” he said.
Commenting on Rolls-Royce’s commitment to India, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said, “Rolls-Royce is a symbol of British excellence, and I was delighted to meet CEO Tufan Erginbilgic during my visit to India. Their commitment to growing in India supports our Plan for Change – driving economic growth at home, creating jobs, and strengthening UK-India ties. Together with world-class businesses like Rolls-Royce, we’re building a more prosperous future for both nations.”
Rolls-Royce’s portfolio of capabilities across civil aviation, defence, and energy positions it to expand its presence and partnerships in India, powering, protecting, and connecting the nation for decades to come. The company’s expertise aligns with India’s ambitions for self-reliance in defence, energy independence, and growth in connectivity, including the creation of world-class AI infrastructure.
With a legacy spanning over nine decades and a growing footprint in India, Rolls-Royce has developed a robust ecosystem of people, products, capabilities, and partnerships. The company is enhancing in-country capabilities through strategic local partnerships and talent development, aiming to at least double its supply chain sourcing from India by 2030.
The company recently inaugurated its newly expanded Global Capability and Innovation Centre in India, housing digital capabilities, enterprise services and engineering teams supporting civil aerospace and defence. Positioned to become the company’s largest capability hub, the centre will support global corporate functions across civil, defence, and power systems businesses while advancing digital and engineering expertise.
During his visit, Tufan Erginbilgic will also meet with partners and customers across India to strengthen bilateral engagements and explore further opportunities.
Rolls-Royce is a British brand known for two major lines of business, distinct yet sharing the same heritage.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is the luxury automobile division, famous for producing ultra-luxury vehicles such as the Phantom, Ghost, Wraith, and Cullinan SUV. This division has been owned by BMW since 1998.
Rolls-Royce Holdings plc is a separate company manufacturing aircraft engines, marine propulsion systems, and energy systems. Its engines power commercial airplanes, military aircraft, and naval vessels worldwide. This publicly listed company trades on the London Stock Exchange.
