Boeing, GMR to set up freighter conversion line in Hyderabad

Boeing and GMR Aero Technic will set up a passenger plane to freighter conversion line in Hyderabad, as the American major looks to expand its complex aircraft modification capabilities in India and tap the rising cargo market demand.

GMR Aero Technic will be the first Boeing supplier in India that will have the capability to support future conversions of both domestic and foreign aircraft, the aircraft maker said on Friday.

Without disclosing financial details, Boeing India president Salil Gupte said its cooperation with GMR Aero Technic supports the anticipated growth of the cargo sector in the region.