Thales has inaugurated a new avionics maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Gurugram, near New Delhi’s airport. This initiative aligns with the “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” vision, promoting self-reliance in India’s aviation sector. The facility will provide comprehensive repair and maintenance services for avionics components, supporting leading Indian airlines such as Air India and IndiGo. Leveraging Thales’s global expertise in aerospace technology, this centre aims to deliver top-tier support to Indian airline operators.
The launch event was attended by Honourable Minister of Civil Aviation Shri Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, alongside Damien Syed, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of France in India, senior government officials, and distinguished representatives from the French Embassy and aviation industry. Representing Thales at the event were Yannick Assouad, Executive Vice President of Avionics; Thomas Got, Vice President of Aviation Global Services; and Gilles Bono, Vice President, India. This development marks a key milestone in Thales’s long-term investment in India’s rapidly growing aviation industry.
Speaking at the event, Shri Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu expressed his appreciation for Thales’s commitment to enhancing India’s aviation capabilities. “I commend Thales for establishing this dedicated MRO facility, which strengthens onshore maintenance capabilities for Indian airlines. After touring the facility, I am highly impressed with its meticulous design and cutting-edge technology. The launch of this centre is a pivotal step towards a self-reliant aviation ecosystem, aligning with the vision of our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. Thales exemplifies the strong collaboration between India and France, and I am confident that together, we will harness India’s vast talent pool to support the nation’s aviation growth.”
Thomas Got, Vice President of Aviation Global Services at Thales, highlighted the significance of the development, stating, “India’s MRO sector is poised for remarkable expansion, making it a strategic hub for airline services. We are proud to open our Thales Maintenance and Repair Centre in India, reinforcing our commitment to localization and bringing advanced avionics repair capabilities closer to our customers. This facility in Gurugram benefits from the strength of our global support network and aligns with Thales’s vision for a stronger presence in India.”
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a leading innovator in Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital technologies. The company focuses on critical areas such as sovereignty, security, sustainability, and inclusion. Investing over €4 billion annually in research and development, Thales advances cutting-edge solutions in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum computing, and cloud technologies.
With a workforce of over 83,000 employees across 68 countries, Thales generated €20.6 billion in revenue in 2024. Operating in India since 1953, the company has its headquarters in Noida and maintains offices and facilities in Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and other key locations. Thales employs more than 2,200 professionals in India, including those working with its joint ventures.
Thales plays a crucial role in India’s growth, contributing expertise in Defence, Aerospace, and Digital Security. The company operates two engineering competence centres in India—one in Noida specializing in Cyber & Digital Identity solutions, and another in Bengaluru focused on hardware, software, and systems engineering for both civil and defence applications.
As a significant player in India’s aviation sector, Thales provides avionics and in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems for multiple Indian commercial aircraft. Additionally, the company enhances airport security and is actively developing an advanced unmanned traffic management (UTM) system for drone operations. By fostering technological collaboration and innovation, Thales continues to strengthen India’s aviation and defence landscape.
