SOURCE: AFI
In a significant milestone for India’s aerospace and defense sector, Godrej Aerospace has confirmed the delivery of the first two modules of the Kaveri derivative engine to the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE). The company, a key player in precision manufacturing, also announced that six additional modules are slated for delivery later this year, fulfilling a critical order placed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
The order, secured by Godrej Aerospace in September 2022, involves the production of eight modules for a specialized Kaveri derivative engine. Unlike the original Kaveri engine, which was developed for fighter aircraft, this variant is a 48 kN dry engine without an afterburner. Sources indicate that this engine is intended for use in autonomous air vehicles, marking a step forward in India’s indigenous unmanned aerial technology.
Speaking about the project, a Godrej Aerospace representative said, “It’s a Kaveri derivative engine – a 48 kN dry engine without an afterburner – for which we have the order to manufacture eight modules. The design has been provided by GTRE, and we are proud to contribute to this advanced initiative with our manufacturing expertise and ecosystem partners.”
The GTRE, based in Bengaluru, is a premier DRDO laboratory tasked with designing and developing gas turbine engines for military applications. The Kaveri engine program, originally conceived to power India’s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, has evolved over the years, with its derivatives finding applications in various cutting-edge projects. This collaboration underscores the growing synergy between DRDO and private industry players like Godrej Aerospace in bolstering India’s self-reliance in defense technology.
Godrej Aerospace, a division of Godrej & Boyce, has established itself as a trusted partner in the aerospace and defense supply chain, leveraging its advanced manufacturing capabilities and a robust network of ecosystem partners. The company’s role in producing these engine modules highlights its expertise in precision engineering and its contribution to India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative.
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