Bharat Forge and Liebherr Launch Aerospace Facility in Pune
Filing Summary
Bharat Forge Ltd. has inaugurated a new landing gear machining facility in Pune, developed in collaboration with Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS. This facility is among the first in India with OEM-approved capabilities for high-precision landing gear components. The collaboration aims to enhance Bharat Forge’s aerospace manufacturing portfolio, which includes aero-engine components and landing-gear sub-systems. The facility’s launch marks a significant step in strengthening India’s role in the global aerospace supply chain. Key figures from both companies attended the inauguration on March 11, 2026.
Bharat Forge Ltd. has announced the inauguration of a new Landing Gear Components Machining Facility in Mundhwa, Pune. This facility was developed in collaboration with Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS. The facility is among the first in India to operate with OEM-approved capabilities for machining high-precision landing gear components. The inauguration took place on March 11, 2026, and was attended by senior representatives from both Bharat Forge and Liebherr-Aerospace.
The filing does not disclose specific financial terms or payment structures related to the collaboration between Bharat Forge and Liebherr-Aerospace. The focus of the announcement is on the operational capabilities and strategic significance of the new facility.
The new facility integrates advanced machining centers dedicated to high-precision landing-gear components. It is a part of Bharat Forge’s broader aerospace manufacturing portfolio, which includes aero-engine components, airframe structures, and landing-gear sub-systems for both civil and military aviation. The company also produces turbine and compressor parts, forged rings, shafts, and discs. Additionally, Bharat Forge is setting up an advanced aerospace ring-mill in India to produce high-value forged rings for aero-engine programs.
The collaboration with Liebherr-Aerospace positions Bharat Forge to enhance its role in the global aerospace supply chain. The facility is expected to contribute to advancing India’s aerospace manufacturing ecosystem. The partnership with Liebherr-Aerospace underscores Bharat Forge’s commitment to expanding its capabilities in the aerospace sector.
The inauguration event was attended by key figures from both companies, including Mr. Amit Kalyani, Vice Chairman & Joint Managing Director of Bharat Forge, and Mr. Martin Wandel, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer of Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS. The event marked a significant milestone in the strategic partnership between Bharat Forge and Liebherr-Aerospace.
Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS is a first-tier provider of on-board solutions in the aerospace and transportation industry. The company focuses on innovative products and services that contribute to sustainable transport. Its aerospace product portfolio includes environmental control and thermal management systems, flight control and actuation systems, and landing gears.
Bharat Forge Ltd. is a technology-driven global leader in providing high-performance, innovative safety-critical components and solutions across several sectors, including automotive, power, oil and gas, construction and mining, rail, marine, defense, and aerospace. The company has a global manufacturing footprint and offers full-service supply capabilities from concept to product design, engineering, manufacturing, testing, and validation.