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Hyderabad, 26 November 2025 GMR Hyderabad Aviation SEZ Limited, a 100 percent subsidiary of GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd., has marked a historic milestone by hosting Safrans largest Indian  Engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul facility  at the GMR Aerospace and Industrial Park, Hyderabad. The upcoming facility will re shape engine support for both commercial airlines and the Indian defense sector, placing Hyderabad among the worlds premier aviation MRO centers. From commercial to defence aviation, GHASL has evolved into a powerhouse of precision engineering and infrastructure delivery. Its ecosystem - comprising Indias most comprehensive airframe MRO, advanced logistics, and industrial infrastructure has become a magnet for global OEMs and operators.

Spanning  43700 sq.m  on a  23.5 acre  site within the SEZ, the facility will be Safrans largest engine centre globally. The operations are expected to begin by December 2025, positioning GHASL at the forefront of India’s aerospace infrastructure, setting new global benchmarks in scale, precision, and sustainability.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Aman Kapoor, CEO, GMR Airport and Land Development said, “At GMR, we take immense pride in enabling India’s aviation and defence capabilities through world class infrastructure. From creating one of the country’s most advanced airframe MROs to now constructing Safran’s civil engine facilities, we continue to demonstrate the Groups engineering excellence and strategic foresight. These developments mark a transformative step in Indias Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat vision, strengthening the countrys position as a global aerospace hub. ”

The inauguration of  Safrans civil aircraft engine MRO  reinforces Hyderabads position as Indias emerging aerospace capital.

World Class Capabilities, Built in India

The Safran MRO embodies GHASLs integrated engineering excellence and future-ready infrastructure:

  • Initial focus: LEAP engines Airbus A320neo family and Boeing 737 MAX, scaling to the  M88 engine line  for Rafale aircraft.
  • Throughput  100 engines per year initially, ramping up to 300 per year by 2035 civil line.
  • Smart operations Digitally integrated shop floor with real-time condition monitoring and advanced inspection aligned with Safrans global standards.
  • Sustainability  Incorporating green design to optimize water and energy use.
  • Cluster synergy Seamless proximity to Safrans component manufacturing, training, and harness facilities

GMR Aerocity Hyderabad Pioneering Indias Aerospace Infrastructure

Anchored within GMR Aerocity Hyderabad, the world class GMR Aerospace and Industrial Park,  stands as a vibrant symbol of Indias  Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat  initiatives in action. Spread across 277 acres of fully serviceable, build to suit industrial land, it provides a robust platform for global and domestic manufacturers to establish and scale operations.

Home to leading aerospace and industrial names such as Safran Electric and Power, Safran Aircraft Engines, CFM, Pratt and Whitney, Skyroot Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. and Schneider Electric, alongside numerous SMEs, and engineering enterprises, GMR Aerospace Park enables high value manufacturing, assembly, and export activities. Strategic advantages like dedicated Free Trade Warehousing Zone, seamless multimodal connectivity, and proximity to the airport cargo terminal make it an unmatched hub for supply chain and logistics efficiency.

By successfully hosting Safrans largest engine MRO, GMRs own Airframe MRO, multiple Aerospace manufacturing and logistics facilities and GMR School of Aviation, GHASL cements its role as a strategic enabler of Indias aerospace ambitions, bridging civil and military aviation through world class design, execution, and innovation.

For further information about GMR Group, visit https://www.gmrgroup.com

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  • Sangeetha CR
  • Aditi Basak
  • Mukesh Vadlamani
  • Head - Corporate Communications (GHIAL)
  • Lead – PR & Communications (GHIAL)
  • AM – Corporate Communications (GHIAL)

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