Boeing
has announced an agreement with GMR Aero Technic to establish a new Boeing
Converted Freighter (BCF) line in Hyderabad. GMR Aero Technic is the first
Boeing supplier in India that will have the capability to support future
conversions of both domestic and foreign aircraft.
The
collaboration adds to Boeing’s continued investments to support the growth of
cargo and help expand complex aircraft modification capabilities and
Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) in India, supporting India’s aspiration
to become an aviation and aerospace hub for the region. “Our cooperation with
GMR Aero Technic not only a testimony of the maturation of Indian MROs in the
country to support the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, but also supports the
anticipated growth of the cargo sector in the region,” stated Salil Gupte, President, Boeing India.
Boeing
has more than 40 years of successful experience in passenger-to-freighter
conversions, relying on original design data and a deep understanding of the
needs of the air cargo industry to deliver a superior, integrated product.
According to Boeing’s Commercial Market Outlook, India’s air cargo growth is
expected to average 6.3% annually, driven by the country’s manufacturing and
e-commerce sectors, including its Make in India initiative. Boeing forecasts
demand for more than 75 freighters, including production and converted
freighters.
