In a move that leaves no question as to how it feels about the promise of electric propulsion, Rolls-Royce has entered into an agreement to acquire Siemens’ eAircraft business, the company announced during the Paris Air Show 2019.
Rolls-Royce Acquires Siemens’ eAircraft Business
Key Takeaways:
- Rolls-Royce announced its agreement to acquire Siemens' eAircraft business, signaling a strong commitment to electric propulsion.
- Siemens' eAircraft business has a history of developing electric and hybrid-electric propulsion systems, including the Magnus eFusion aircraft.
- Rolls-Royce has also been pursuing its own electric propulsion initiatives, including hybrid system ground tests, and previously collaborated with Siemens and Airbus on the E-Fan demonstrator.
- This acquisition, expected to close in late 2019, will further accelerate Rolls-Royce's electrification strategy in aviation.
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