"Boeing Inaugurates Warehousing Facility in Uttar Pradesh to Facilitate Parts Supply"

On Monday, US aircraft manufacturer Boeing declared the inauguration of a warehousing facility at Khurja in Uttar Pradesh dedicated to parts supply. Covering 36,000 square feet, the India Distribution Centre is operated in collaboration with third-party logistics provider DB Schenker and aims to assist regional aviation customers in optimizing fleet utilization, according to a statement released by the company.

Boeing highlighted that this new facility in India is one among eight global distribution centers specifically designated for holding and dispatching spare parts for Boeing's commercial customers.

Salil Gupte, President of Boeing India, remarked, "This centre will support the emergent needs of spare parts for Boeing aircraft in India, reducing lead times, improving availability, and supporting the MRO industry here."

The establishment of the distribution center was initially disclosed by Boeing during the Aero Show in Bengaluru the previous year. The first batch of parts from the facility was dispatched to customers in December 2023.

Boeing emphasized its ongoing efforts to enhance customer service by expanding its global distribution network, including the development of regional distribution centers.

William Ampofo, Vice President for Parts and Distribution Services and Supply Chain at Boeing Global Services, stated, "The India Distribution Centre represents another significant step forward in Boeing's strategy to provide parts and services when and where customers need them."

He added that the facility showcases Boeing's commitment to delivering cost-effective solutions for its commercial airplane customers in the region.

Strategically positioned along India's Eastern Freight Corridor, with close proximity to both Delhi and the upcoming Jewar airport, the distribution center reinforces Boeing's commitment to supporting growth and self-reliance objectives in India, the company asserted.

Kinjal Pande, CEO at DB Schenker, Cluster India, and Indian Subcontinent, commented, "The complexities of warehousing and logistics, combined with Boeing's distinctive needs, provided us with an opportunity to build an innovative setup that meets the distinct spares support requirements of India's growing aviation industry."

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