World leader helicopter engine manufacturer, Turbomeca, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Managing Director for its Indian operations. Satish Kirtikar has taken up the position of Managing Director at Turbomeca India Engines Pvt. Ltd with immediate effect and comes to Turbomeca with considerable experience of both the Original Equipment and Aftermarket business, having worked in the aeronautical and automotive sector since 1978.
During this time he worked for Microturbo (Turbomeca subsidiary) in France and the USA and ACTIA in the USA. Most recently, he has worked for ACTIA in Delhi in the capacity of CEO and Chairman of the Board. Satish has a strong technical and commercial background and has occupied senior positions in engineering, operations and corporate management functions within these international companies.
Satish’s key focus on joining Turbomeca is to grow the business in India and to aggressively regain its favoured supplier position in both the military and civil helicopter engine market. He brings with him strong market knowledge, excellent customer relationships and first-class commercial acumen.
Satish said, “Turbomeca is a great company with a great track record. We have a comprehensive, revitalised and competitive product line-up coupled with a strong, capable team that will deliver world class levels of support and service. What with all of this and the backing of our shareholder, we will strive hard for growth in India.”
About Turbomeca
Turbomeca (Safran group) is the leading helicopter engine manufacturer, and has produced over 68 000 turbines based on its own designs since the company was founded. Dedicated to 2,350 customers in 155 countries, Turbomeca provides a proximity service thanks to its 15 sites, 26 Maintenance Centers, 24 Repair & Overhaul Centers and 90 Field representatives and Field technicians. Microturbo, the subsidiary of Turbomeca, is the European leader in turbojet engines for missiles, drones and auxiliary power units.