HAL, Safran sign agreement for LEAP engine parts production

Business Jun 19, 2025

HAL and French aerospace giant Safran have struck a deal to make high-tech LEAP engine parts in India.
This move builds on their earlier partnership and is a big boost for the "Make in India" push, with production happening at HAL's facilities.

Partnership will help develop local skills

LEAP engines power many popular single-aisle planes, so demand is rising fast—especially as Indian air travel grows.
HAL's D K Sunil says this partnership will sharpen local skills, while Safran's Dominique Dupuy highlights how it helps diversify where these crucial parts are made.
Plus, Safran is opening a new Hyderabad facility soon for engine repairs, aiming to build a full aerospace ecosystem with Indian partners.