What Happened
Government Supports £2.5 Billion Research Program For Next Generation Engines
The UK government is backing Rolls-Royce’s ambition to develop a new engine for the next generation of narrowbody aircraft, expected to enter commercial service in the mid-to-late 2030s. The joint 10-year, £2.5 billion research and technology program aims to advance cutting-edge gas turbine technologies for civil and defense aerospace. Rolls-Royce plans to re-enter the narrowbody market, creating high-value jobs and transforming the UK’s advanced manufacturing supply chain. The development comes as manufacturers such as Airbus and Boeing look to select engine partners. This was first reported by AeroTime.