MTU CEO Egon Behle said: "That's a stunning success for the geared turbofan, and of course for us too. MTU is proud to have a substantial workshare in this tremendously successful engine program."
The German engine manufacturer is responsible for the unique, high-speed low-pressure turbine, one of the key components of the GTF and, jointly with its U.S. partner, is building a new high-pressure compressor. IndiGo's decision brings the total number of orders received for PW1000G engines, including options, to more than 1,200. In addition to the A320 neo, the engine powers Bombardier's CSeries, Mitsubishi's MRJ, and Irkut's MS-21.
MTU Aero Engines, Germany's leading and the country's only independent engine manufacturer, is an established player in the industry. The company has a workforce of more than 7,900 employees worldwide. In fiscal 2010, it posted consolidated sales of some 2.7 billion euros. A technology leader, MTU excels in low-pressure turbines and high-pressure compressors, as well as in manufacturing and repair techniques. In the commercial area, MTU is the world's largest independent provider of engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. In the military arena, MTU is Germany's industrial lead company for practically all engines flown by the country's armed forces.