Collins India opens operations centre in Bengaluru’s Devanahalli, to invest $ 25 million
Company’s First Unit in India under PLI Scheme; to Generate 2,000 Jobs
Bengaluru: Chief Minister Sri Siddaramaiah on Tuesday launched the Collins India Operations Centre developed by Collins Aerospace within the KIADB Aerospace Park at Devanahalli.
Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil, IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge, Ministers K.J. George and K.H. Muniyappa, MP Dr K. Sudhakar, and Collins Aerospace Senior Vice President Roy Gullickson were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said, “Collins Aerospace is investing USD 25 million in Karnataka. This new facility will create over 2,000 skilled jobs in research, development, and advanced manufacturing. Karnataka contributes nearly 65 per cent to India’s aerospace and defence sector. World-class aerospace and defence parks are being established in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Mysuru, Tumakuru, and Chamarajanagar,” he said.
The Chief Minister added that more than 2,000 small and medium enterprises are engaged in the aerospace and defence sectors across the State. Companies such as Mahindra Aerospace and Rangsons have made substantial investments here, and 48 agreements have been signed in this sector. Rangsons, in partnership with Boeing, is investing ₹2,915 crore. The State aims to attract investments worth ₹45,000 crore and generate around 60,000 jobs over the next five years, he explained.
Minister M.B. Patil said that this is Collins Aerospace’s first facility in India established under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. The unit will cater to leading global aviation majors such as Boeing and Airbus. He noted that KIADB and Karnataka Udyog Mitra responded swiftly to provide all necessary approvals, infrastructure, and support for setting up and operationalising the manufacturing unit.
He further said that Karnataka’s new industrial policy places strong emphasis on high-tech sectors such as aerospace, defence, and electronics. The investment by Collins Aerospace is a historic milestone and aligns with the State Government’s long-term vision. This manufacturing facility stands as a fine example of ‘Ease of Doing Business’ and demonstrates Karnataka’s industry-friendly ecosystem, he added.
India’s aviation market is projected to become the third largest in the world by 2032. Currently, the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) segment handles an annual business of around USD 1.2 billion, which is expected to grow to USD 4.6 billion in the next seven years. Companies such as Collins Aerospace will play a significant role in this growth, and the new facility is expected to create a large number of employment opportunities, he observed.
Industries Department Principal Secretary S.Selvakumar, KIADB CEO Dr Mahesh, Industries Deparment Commissiner Gunjan Krishna and others were present.