Who We Are
GEM India is the subsidiary of Global Engine Maintenance (GEM USA), part of the SPI Group—a globally recognized enterprise with 40+ years of excellence in aviation, logistics, and engineering. Established in 2025, GEM India is a strategic expansion to bring world-class teardown, repair coordination, and logistics services to the Asian aviation market.
Our facility, based in Chennai Free Trade Zone (CFTZ), enables duty-free, rapid operations aligned with global best practices standards. With a focus on the CFM56 engine platform, we serve global airlines, lessors, OEMs, and Teardown with traceable, cost-effective lifecycle solutions.
- Our Purpose
Driving Progress in Aviation - One Engine at a Time
We exist to help the global aviation industry achieve smarter, leaner, and faster support for aging engine platforms. Through upcycling, expert repair routing, and global logistics coordination, we help our customers achieve operational and financial efficiency.
- Our Core Values
Give
Supporting community and industry with responsible practices.
Respect
Building trust-based relationships with clients and partners.
Excellence
Delivering superior aviation support through world-class standards.
Ethics
Conducting business with integrity and transparency.
Nurture
Putting people first in every interaction.
Our State-of-the-Art Facility
Located in the Chennai Free Trade Zone, our purpose-built facility features:
81,000 sq. ft. total operational space
40,000 sq. ft. humidity-controlled warehousing
Dedicated teardown bays with specialized tooling
ERP-integrated inventory management systems
Advanced security and compliance monitoring
Proximity to Chennai International Airport (45 min) and Chennai Seaport (2 hours)
Our Legacy and Leadership
GEM India is 100% owned by Global Engine Maintenance (GEM) is a high-performance FAA 145 / EASA Certified Repair Station and is a CASE registered organization. GEM specializes in CFM56-7, CFM56-3 and in 2020 CFM56-5B engines repairs”.
- Key Leadership
Senthil Kumaran, Director, GEM India.
Senthil’s impressive career spans nearly three decades in Strategic and General Management. His educational background includes Engineering and Management degrees, complemented by multiple certifications from prestigious institutions. Over the years, he has played a key role in shaping and refining businesses across diverse domains, focusing on Operations, Finance, and Strategy. His industry experience is vast, covering everything from the brilliance of Diamonds to the complexities of Aviation.
James Ranjith Jeyakumar, General Manager, GEM India.
James’s accomplished career spans over two decades in Operations and General Management. His educational background includes a degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Operations Management, further strengthened by specialized certifications from leading institutions. Over the years, he has been instrumental in building and transforming organizations across multiple sectors, with a focus on Operations, Quality, and Continuous Improvement. His diverse industry experience covers everything from the precision of Aerospace and Defence to the dynamic challenges of Aviation and Manufacturing, driving efficiency, growth, and operational excellence.
- Our Group Entities
GEM India is part of a strong aviation ecosystem:
Global Engine Maintenance (GEM USA)
SPI Aviation
- GEM India Guiding Principles
Global-Grade Services at Asian Efficiency
GEM India delivers international standards with India's speed and cost advantage.
Market-Aligned Pricing + Superior Value
We price competitively, but we lead with bundled value across teardown, warehousing, records, and logistics.
Long-Term Partner, Not Just a Vendor
Our goal is to be a strategic lifecycle par tner to engine owners and asset managers.
Global-Grade Services at Asian Efficiency
GEM India delivers international standards with India's speed and cost advantage.
Buil t to Scale with Excellence
We adopt digital tools, lean teams, and disciplined operations to ser ve 10 engines or 100 with equal quality.
Transparent. Accountable. Trusted.
We are open in pricing, honest in turnaround, and consistent in customer care.
- Why Choose GEM India
As global aviation moves toward cost optimization, asset efficiency, and digital compliance, GEM India is strategically positioned to deliver integrated engine solutions that align with these accelerating trends.
1. Positioned in a USD 60 Billion Market
The global aircraft engine MRO market is projected to reach USD 60 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.6%. GEM India’s teardown, repair, records, and warehousing services are aligned with this growing need for high-volume, cost-effective engine support.
Source: Allied Market Research
2. Built for the USM-Driven Future
Airlines are turning to Used Serviceable Material (USM) to cut maintenance costs by up to 40%. The USM market is forecast to exceed USD 10 billion by 2028, making engine teardown and resale-readiness a critical opportunity.
Source: Oliver Wyman
3. Serving the CFM56 Transition Window
With over 20,000 CFM56 engines still in active service globally and many reaching mid-life or retirement, the demand for teardown, records, and part recovery is rising rapidly. GEM India offers a specialized teardown and documentation ecosystem for these platforms.
Source: Ascend by Cirium
4. Leveraging India’s MRO Growth Trajectory
India ranks among the top 5 fastest-growing aviation MRO markets, supported by Free Trade Zone tax advantages and increasing collaboration between OEMs and local vendors. Our Chennai FTZ location optimizes global logistics and cost-efficiency.
Source: KPMG India
5. Ahead of the Digital MRO Curve
Over 60% of global MROs plan to implement AI, ERP integration, and digital records management by 2026. GEM India is already delivering on this transformation with AI-enhanced records systems, ERP-linked traceability, and audit-ready outputs.
Source: IATA Maintenance Cost Conference
- What Differentiates GEM India
- Backed by Global Engine Maintenance, USA – 15+ years of reputation in CFM56 MRO.
- Operates with the precision of a teardown house and the efficiency of a tech-enabled platform.
- First in India to offer fully integrated teardown, warehousing, and repairs support inside FTZ.
- Powered by AI agents for records and repair decisioning—unique in the South Asian market.
- About GEM India
GEM India was established in 2025 as the Asian arm of GEM USA, bringing specialized CFM56 engine teardown and support services to the region
Our operations align with FAA, EASA, and DGCA standards, ensuring global compliance for all engine teardown and parts services
Through our engine upcycling process, we extend the lifecycle of valuable aviation assets, reducing waste and supporting circular economy principles in the industry.
