Tue Feb 18 05:34:06 UTC 2025: ## Indian Aerospace Sector Takes Off as Global Giants Increase Sourcing

**Bengaluru, India – February 18, 2025** – India’s aerospace sector is experiencing a boom, driven by increased parts sourcing from major international players like Airbus, Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Rolls-Royce. This surge is pushing Indian firms to enhance their capabilities and compete on a global scale.

Companies such as Bengaluru-based Hical Technologies and JJG Aero are leading the charge. Hical, a supplier to Boeing and Raytheon, aims to double its aerospace revenue to ₹5 billion ($57.57 million) within three years. JJG Aero, meanwhile, has seen explosive growth, increasing its revenue from $2 million to $20 million in just six years.

This growth aligns with a wider Asia-Pacific aerospace upswing, projected to surpass 2019 revenue levels by 54%, contrasting with slower growth in North America and Europe. The shift is partly attributed to supply chain challenges faced by Western manufacturers grappling with post-pandemic labor shortages and production constraints.

Rolls-Royce, for example, plans to double its sourcing from India in the next five years, citing India as the “best solution” to supply chain issues and a cost-effective market. Airbus, which already sources components from India for all its commercial aircraft, aims to double its Indian supply chain contribution to over €2 billion.

The Indian government is actively supporting this expansion. A recent meeting between the civil aviation ministry and industry leaders focused on boosting component manufacturing, particularly through local sourcing of raw materials like aluminum, steel, and titanium.

The Aerospace India Association (AIA) projects that India’s share of the global aerospace supply chain market will reach 10% within a decade, with the global market expected to reach $250 billion annually by 2033. While geographical distance initially posed a challenge, Indian firms are now actively involved in higher-value work, including design, engineering, and system integration, fueled by massive aircraft orders from airlines like IndiGo and Air India. This positions India to become a major player in the global aerospace industry.

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