Rolls-Royce, the second-largest maker of aircraft engines in the world has announced to have received two contracts, valued at over $1.8 billion over the next 5 years, to service engines for U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aircraft. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Department of Defense. All branches of the U.S. armed forces operate aircraft powered by Rolls-Royce engines. These jets include the C-130 and C-130J transports, V-22 tiltrotor aircraft, and Global Hawk and Triton high-altitude unmanned aircraft.
The Rolls-Royce engine also powers the Navy’s MQ-25 unmanned carrier-based refueling aircraft and has recently won the B-52 re-engine program for the Air Force. Rolls-Royce provides engines, propellers and other equipment for Navy ships and Army vehicles. Rolls-Royce has over 5,000 employees across the U.S. The company has invested over $1 billion in new manufacturing, assembly and test facilities in America since 2015, providing state-of-the-art advanced capabilities.
Adam Riddle, Rolls-Royce, President, Defense Services, said, “We are committed to providing the best engine service possible for our customers, and we are laser focused on ensuring their aircraft are mission ready. We appreciate this vote of confidence from the U.S. Department of Defense as we continue to support our brave men and women in uniform.”