Making India a global MRO powerhouse over the next decade

India’s maintenance, repair, and oversight (MRO) industry is poised for takeoff. Backed by policy reforms, growing demand, and major investment, it’s on track to become a global hub for aviation maintenance. This white paper from ICF and Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas examines the opportunities, challenges, and actions needed to make that vision a reality.

Why download this paper?

• Discover how India’s MRO sector can help airlines, OEMs, and investors capitalize on a rapidly growing market.
• Learn how policy reforms, strategic investments, and talent development are reshaping opportunities in the sector.
• Understand how India can close the gap between fleet size and service capability, unlocking global competitiveness.
• See why up to 80% of MRO work is currently handled overseas, highlighting a major growth opportunity for domestic players.
• Get data-driven insights on India’s aviation market, now the world’s third largest with 376 million passengers in FY 2023–24.
• Explore six strategic imperatives identified by industry leaders to make India a global MRO powerhouse.