Evendale, Ohio; October 17, 2024: GE Aerospace’s LM2500, engineered for reliability and performance, has been chosen to power the Indian Navy’s Next Generation Missile Vessels (NGMV) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited located in Kochi, India. Six LM2500 marine gas turbine engine kits will be delivered by GE Aerospace for assembly and test by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Industrial and Marine Gas Turbine Division in Bangalore, India. Additionally, GE Aerospace will be supplying its composite base and enclosure, and full complement of gas turbine auxiliary systems.
These engines will power the newest addition to the Indian Navy’s fleet, described as a force multiplier for their naval capability. This selection further reinforces the LM2500’s status as the unmatched leader in its class, a position earned through unwavering performance and an extensive global support network. The LM2500 isn’t just powering the Indian Navy; it’s the engine of choice for navies worldwide that demand the best. Over 714 vessels globally rely on GE Aerospace’s marine gas turbines for their reliability and availability.
NGMV: India’s New Highly Sophisticated Warships
The Next Generation Missile Vessel is a new design for the Indian Navy that will reach a max speed of 35 knots and carry an impressive array of anti-surface weapons. The core of the NGMV propulsion system is the LM2500, a marine gas turbine engineered to unleash superior power while meeting stealth requirements.
“The LM2500 gas turbine's proven power and reliability make it the ideal choice for the NGMV mission. We are proud to continue our collaboration with HAL to deliver this critical technology for India's maritime defense,” said Amy Gowder, GE Aerospace Defense & Systems President and CEO.
Left to right: GE Aerospace’s LM2500 marine gas turbine, GE Aerospace’s composite gas turbine enclosure
Make-in-India Support
GE Aerospace and HAL, India’s premier public-sector aerospace company, have ties in both marine and aerospace defense dating back to 1986. HAL has assembled and tested all LM2500 gas turbines that currently power the Indian Navy's P17 and P17A frigates, as well as the IAC-1 Vikrant aircraft carrier. In 2023, GE Aerospace and HAL signed an MOU to explore expanding their capabilities to include assembly, inspection, and testing (AIT) of the LM500 marine gas turbine To date, GE Aerospace has delivered 24 marine gas turbine kits to HAL for the Indian Navy, demonstrating strong support for Make-In-India initiatives.
“GE Aerospace has been our valued partner for several decades in the marine applications and aerospace. For various Programs of Indian Navy, HAL has partnered with GE Aerospace on the LM2500 Gas Turbine Engine. With addition of NGMV program, our partnership will further strengthen to greater heights,” said Dr. D Sunil, Chairman and Managing Director, HAL.
Building a Strategic Partnership for India's Naval Future
GE Aerospace's LM2500 gas turbine engines are poised to propel the Indian Navy into the future. This contract award further solidifies GE Aerospace’s strategic cooperation with India focused on cutting-edge technology and local expertise. Leveraging a legacy of innovation, the LM2500 family of gas turbine engines’ track record of combat readiness and ease of maintenance, as well as its global service network, make it the clear choice for navies around the world.
About GE Aerospace Marine Engines & Systems
The Marine Engines & Systems business is part of GE Aerospace and offers marine propulsion systems for navies that need battle-ready, power-dense solutions. We are advancing capabilities for warships around the globe through the reliable, expert design of the LM2500 family of marine gas turbines, coupled with GE's ethos of delivering what is essential and surpassing what is expected.
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components and systems for commercial and military aircraft, and aeroderivative marine propulsion systems, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. For more information, visit geaerospace.com/marine.