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Rolls-Royce has secured €64 million in European Union funding to lead a multinational research consortium aimed at advancing next-generation narrowbody jet engine technology. The grant, awarded through the EU’s Clean …
Rolls-Royce Wins €64 Million EU Grant to Develop Ultrafan 30 Narrowbody Engine Read More
The European Union has officially launched a new aerospace initiative aimed at bringing the first Open Fan engine to flight. Funded under the Clean Aviation research and innovation program, the …
New EU-Funded Aerospace Consortium Aims to Test Open Fan Engine by 2029 Read More
Rolls-Royce reported a strong 2025, posting underlying operating profit of £3.5 billion (about $4.4 billion) on revenue of £20.1 billion ($25.3 billion) – up sharply from £2.5 billion in profit …
Rolls-Royce Profits Jump in 2025, Driven by Civil Aerospace and Cost Cuts Read More
American Airlines and CFM International, a 50/50 joint venture between GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, announced that the airline’s future Airbus A321neo deliveries will continue to be powered by …
American Airlines Sticks with CFM LEAP Engines for A321neo Fleet Expansion Read More
Safran released its results for 2025 on February 13. The primary drivers of growth during the year were the civil aftermarket, increased LEAP production volume, and original equipment deliveries in …
Safran Revenue Up 15% in 2025, LEAP Deliveries Surge 28% Read More
Safran Aircraft Engines has unveiled a €70 million ($76 million) expansion plan for its Le Creusot facility. While the project entails a physical expansion of both footprint and workforce, the …
Safran’s Le Creusot Expansion Aims to Strengthen Supply Chain for LEAP and M88 Engines Read More
Rolls-Royce has strengthened its foothold in the North American widebody market with a significant new order from Delta Air Lines, announced on January 28, 2026. The deal encompasses 62 engines …
Rolls-Royce Strengthens Partnership with Delta in Major Widebody Engine Deal Read More
Source: GE Aerospace GE Aerospace has successfully demonstrated hybrid-electric capabilities in a commercial turbofan engine. The research could one day lead to a new type of engine capable of powering …
GE Aerospace Tests Hybrid-Electric Propulsion for Future Narrowbody Airliners Read More
GE Aerospace released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results yesterday, reporting double-digit growth across key metrics and issuing a positive financial outlook for the coming year. The company’s performance …
GE Aerospace Reports Strong Finish to 2025, Projects Continued Growth in 2026 Read More
GE Aerospace announced a significant consolidation of its leadership structure on January 15, appointing Mohamed Ali as President and CEO of an expanded Commercial Engines and Services (CES) division. The …
GE Aerospace Restructures Commercial Engine Leadership; Stokes to Retire Read More