Bharat Forge and Liebherr-Aerospace launch advanced landing gear machining facility in Pune

The aerospace division of Bharat Forge Ltd. inaugurated a state-of-the-art landing gear components machining facility in Mundhwa, Pune (India), developed in collaboration with Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS. This milestone positions Bharat Forge among the first companies in India, and one of the first at scale – to operate OEM-approved landing gear components machining capabilities. It integrates advanced machining centres dedicated to high-precision landing-gear components and marks a significant step towards advancing India’s aerospace manufacturing ecosystem and strengthening the country’s role in global aerospace supply chains.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior dignitaries from Liebherr-Aerospace, including Mr. Martin Wandel (Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer at Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS), Mr. Philipp Walter (Managing Director at Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH,), Mr. Bernd Schacherl (Director Procurement at Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS), Mr. Sanjay Prasad (Managing Director at Liebherr India Private Limited ) and Mr. Sunil Kalra (Managing Director at Liebherr India Private Limited). From Bharat Forge, the event was led by Mr. Amit Kalyani (VC & JMD, Bharat Forge Limited), Mr. Guru Biswal (CEO, Bharat Forge Aerospace Division).

Speaking at the inauguration, Mr. Amit Kalyani, Vice Chairman & Joint Managing Director, Bharat Forge stated, “This state-of-the art facility planned in partnership with Liebherr-Aerospace is a very significant milestone in Bharat Forge’s journey in the Aerospace sector and a testament to our ability to add value to the customer relationships. We thank Liebherr-Aerospace for the faith reposed in BFL Aerospace division to deliver critical components and products for its global requirements. Today marks more than just an opening; it’s a commitment to scaling up our reach and enhancing value addition across our operations. Through strategic partnership, we are building a foundation for Indian manufacturing industry to remain sustainable driving long-term growth.”

Bharat Forge now has a full-stack aerospace manufacturing portfolio across aero-engine components, airframe structures, and landing-gear sub-systems for civil and military aviation. The company produces turbine and compressor parts, forged rings, shafts, and discs, along with structural and landing-gear elements. It is also setting up an advanced aerospace ring-mill in India to produce high-value forged rings for aero-engine programs.

Mr. Martin Wandel, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS added, “We are proud and pleased to embark on this partnership with Bharat Forge, a strong and highly technological industry leader. Together we are building a state-of-the-art facility tailored precisely to the requirements of the global aerospace industry. We deeply value this collaboration that marks a significant milestone in advancing innovation and excellence for our customers worldwide.”

This combined capability strengthens Bharat Forge Aerospace’s role in the industry’s supply chain and highlights India’s growing contribution to the aerospace sector.