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MUMBAI—India’s Adani Group is expanding its presence in the aftermarket sector by bringing together the capabilities of Air Works and Indamer Aviation to create a larger, integrated MRO platform.
The move is part of the conglomerate’s broader strategy to build a strong aircraft services business, separately from its airport infrastructure operations. The aircraft services vertical will cater to both civil and defense aviation, according to Jeet Adani, Adani Airport Holdings’ director.
Adani entered the MRO space in December 2025 with the acquisition of Air Works for an enterprise value of INR400 crore ($44 million). Air Works has a strong presence in India, particularly in the line and base maintenance categories.
That acquisition was followed by the purchase of Indamer Technics through Adani Defense Systems and Technologies Ltd (ADSTL), further strengthening the group’s capabilities in commercial and defense aircraft maintenance. ADSTL, in partnership with Prime Aero Services LLP, acquired a 100% stake in Indamer Technics, creating the foundation for a consolidated MRO platform.
The group is also planning to expand its MRO capabilities beyond airframe maintenance into landing gear overhaul, aircraft painting, passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversions and eventually engine maintenance. It is also expanding its physical footprint, with new local MRO bases planned in Ahmedabad, Bhubaneswar and Guwahati, in addition to existing facilities.
These investments come at a time when Indian airlines are preparing to induct around 1,700 aircraft over the coming years, driving demand for maintenance, training and support services. To support the growing aviation ecosystem, the Adani Group has also entered the pilot training segment by acquiring a 72.8% stake in Flight Simulation Technique Centre (FSTC) for around $90 million.
The group has separately announced plans to invest $11 billion in its airport business over the next five years, underlining its long-term commitment to India’s aviation sector.
Engine MRO, which was largely absent in India until a few years ago, is now emerging as a key focus area, driven by fleet expansion, cost pressures and capacity constraints overseas. Experts also believe that this move by the Adani Group will create a direct competition with the Safran Leap MRO in Hyderabad. Industry sources have suggested that the Adani Group is looking for a viable partner to enter the engine MRO space.
With large Indian players entering the space, India’s role in heavy maintenance and engine overhaul is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.
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