PTC Industries’ Aerolloy Secures Order from Blue Origin for BE-4 Engines
Filing Summary
PTC Industries Limited, through its subsidiary Aerolloy Technologies Limited, has received a development and supply order from Blue Origin. The order involves the production of large Superalloy investment castings for the BE-4 engines used in Blue Origin’s New Glenn orbital launch vehicle. Aerolloy will manufacture Nickel-based Superalloy components, leveraging its advanced Vacuum Induction Melting furnace. This development follows extensive qualification and regulatory processes, positioning Aerolloy as a key supplier in the space propulsion sector. The order aligns with PTC’s strategy to enhance its role in the global aerospace supply chain.
PTC Industries Limited, via its wholly owned subsidiary Aerolloy Technologies Limited, has secured a development and supply order from Blue Origin. This order pertains to the production of large Superalloy investment castings for the BE-4 engines powering the first stage of Blue Origin’s New Glenn heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle. The components include Nickel-based Superalloy castings for Liquid Oxygen (LOX) high-pressure and low-pressure housings and manifolds.
The financial terms of the order have not been disclosed in the filing. However, the order signifies a strategic entry into the orbital launch systems market for Aerolloy. The company will utilize its recently commissioned Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM) furnace, which is among the largest globally, to produce these high-integrity castings. This infrastructure supports the melting and processing of large Superalloy heats under controlled vacuum conditions.
The operational scope of the order includes the manufacture of critical propulsion hardware for the BE-4 engines. These components operate under extreme thermal, chemical, and pressure environments, requiring tight dimensional control and defect-free metallurgical integrity. Aerolloy’s capabilities in producing very-large vacuum investment castings in Superalloys are rare globally, reflecting the technical and quality barriers involved.
The timeline for the order’s execution is not specified in the filing. However, the award follows a prolonged technical, qualification, and regulatory review process, including compliance with international export control and regulatory frameworks. This underscores the sensitive and mission-critical nature of the BE-4 propulsion system.
The parties involved include Aerolloy Technologies Limited, responsible for manufacturing the components, and Blue Origin, the recipient of the castings. Blue Origin’s New Glenn vehicle, powered by seven BE-4 engines, is a reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle that successfully reached orbit on its inaugural flight in January 2025.
This order positions Aerolloy as a qualified supplier for orbital-class propulsion hardware, extending its reach beyond aerospace and defense into launch-vehicle engine systems. It reinforces PTC Industries’ vertical-integration strategy, from alloy production to near-net-shape castings, enhancing competitiveness in globally scaled programs. The development aligns with India’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat objectives, contributing to the country’s space manufacturing ecosystem.
Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, designs and operates advanced launch vehicles and propulsion systems. Its programs include New Shepard, New Glenn, BE-4 engines, and the Blue Moon lunar lander, positioning the company at the forefront of reusable launch and space exploration systems.
PTC Industries Limited is a leading Indian manufacturer of precision metal components for critical and high-performance applications. Through Aerolloy Technologies Limited, it supplies titanium and superalloy materials and castings for aerospace and defense applications. PTC is expanding its capabilities with a multi-million-dollar investment in its Strategic Materials Technology Complex, aiming to strengthen India’s role in the global aerospace and defense supply chain.