India already has one of the fastest-growing aviation markets globally, with strong headroom for expansion driven by rising incomes, a growing middle class and infrastructure investment. We project demand for nearly 3,300 aircraft by 2044 in India and South Asia with a majority of this going to India, which will quadruple the fleet.Boeing is well positioned with a combination of fuel-efficient aircraft such as the 737 MAX for domestic and regional routes, and the 787 and 777 for long-haul operations. India will also require around 141,000 aviation professionals and over $195 billion in aviation services over the next two decades. We are supporting this through a $100 million commitment to pilot training and continued investment in skilling initiatives. India is a critical part of Boeing’s global supply chain. Our sourcing of over $1.3 billion annually has grown more than five-fold over the past decade. Indian suppliers today produce advanced aerostructures, avionics, wiring systems and digital solutions used across Boeing programmes globally. The focus now is on moving up the value chain into advanced engineering, design and systems integration. With strong talent and growing industrial capability, India is well positioned to emerge as a global aerospace manufacturing and innovation hub. Deliveries to Indian customers will continue at a steady pace of around two aircraft per month through 2025 and 2026. We are working closely with our airline customers to support their fleet plans and meet delivery schedules. We remain in active discussions with both existing and prospective customers, as Indian carriers continue to expand and evaluate their long-term fleet requirements. Cargo growth will be driven by both belly capacity from passenger aircraft and dedicated freighters. While expanding passenger networks will increase cargo capacity, sectors such as e-commerce, pharmaceuticals and high-value manufacturing require reliable, time-definite logistics that freighters can provide. Working with GMR Aero Technic to establish a 737 Boeing Converted Freighter capability in India, with readiness on track. The timing of conversions will depend on airline demand and availability of feedstock aircraft. (ICE NEW DELHI)

Fonte notizia: Financial Express