NEW DELHI: Global aerospace major Boeing has opened its first distribution centre in India — at Khurja in Uttar Pradesh. The 36,000-square-foot parts warehouse will support regional aviation customers in maximising fleet utilisation.
The aerospace company, in a release issued on Monday, asserted that the new site is part of its continued commitment to expanding its presence in the country and delivering an efficient, cost-effective, and local solution. The new India location is one of eight distribution centers around the world.
“The Boeing India distribution centre illustrates Boeing’s commitment to supporting the growth of this market, aligned with the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision. This center will support the emergent needs of spare parts for Boeing aircraft in India, reducing lead times, improving availability and supporting the MRO industry here”, said Salil Gupte, president of Boeing India.
“The India distribution centre represents another significant step forward in Boeing’s strategy to provide parts and services when and where customers need them”, said William Ampofo, vice-president, Parts and Distribution Services and Supply Chain, Boeing Global Services. “It also represents our commitment to delivering efficient, cost-effective solutions for Boeing’s commercial airplane customers in the region”, he said.
The aerospace company announced its investment in the distribution centre less than a year ago during Aero India 2023, and the first parts were shipped to customers in December 2023.
The India distribution centre is positioned strategically along India’s Eastern Freight Corridor, with proximity to both Delhi and the upcoming Jewar airport. The warehouse, which prioritizes innovation, safety, and sustainability, is operated in collaboration with third-party logistics provider DB Schenker.
These initiatives encompass a partnership with GMR Aero Technic to establish a Boeing Converted Freighter line in Hyderabad and the establishment of a Global Support Center in Gurgaon. Additionally, Boeing has committed a $100 million investment in infrastructure and pilot training programmes to support India’s growing demand for pilots in the coming two decades. (ANI)