Overview
- The company says all AMCA engine design work can be executed in India with relevant technology transfer and joint ownership of new intellectual property.
- Discussions and background work are underway on partnering India for a next‑generation fighter engine, though timelines and funding details remain undisclosed.
- Rolls‑Royce frames the AMCA core as a springboard for naval propulsion by marinizing aero engines to enable electric or hybrid warship systems and shared supply chains.
- Two memorandums of understanding are expected with Indian defence PSUs, covering engines for Arjun tanks and for future ready combat vehicles.
- Leaders cite a proven combat engine pedigree, including the EJ200 for Eurofighter and work on the Global Combat Aircraft Programme, after the CEO told Prime Minister Narendra Modi that India is critical to the firm’s strategy.