Rolls-Royce Develops UltraFan 30 as UK Support Talks Continue
Rolls-Royce is developing the UltraFan 30, while a reported UK government support agreement remains under discussion.
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Rolls-Royce is developing the UltraFan 30, an engine intended for the narrowbody market. AeroTime reported that the UK government and the company had discussed support for engine development, citing a Financial Times report based on two people briefed on the negotiations.
Key details
AeroTime reported the following details: - Potential government assistance could total £100 million to £200 million, according to the Financial Times report. - Rolls-Royce publicly stated its intention to return to the narrowbody engine market in November 2023. - CEO Tufan Erginbilgic said in July 2026 that talks with the UK government about development support had been progressing.
A Financial Times report cited potential UK assistance of £100 million to £200 million for Rolls-Royce engine development.
Why it matters
A return to narrowbody engine development would put Rolls-Royce back in a market that includes engines for single-aisle passenger aircraft. The reported discussions concern support for developing and testing the UltraFan 30; the company has not confirmed an agreement in the material provided.
What happens next
AeroTime reported that an announcement might follow the week after its report. No confirmed announcement date or further timeline was provided.
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