Rotorcraft
Sikorsky Eyes European Production Line for NGRC
Company is studying advanced airframe configurations for the NATO medium helicopter replacement program

Sikorsky is planning to establish a Next Generation Rotorcraft (NGRC) production line in Europe as it works to strengthen its partnership with NATO and expand its collaborative research and development efforts in the region.

The Stratford, Connecticut-based Lockheed Martin subsidiary did not disclose possible locations but said the move will improve logistics and strengthen “NATO’s rapid response posture.” In addition, the move will enable Sikorsky to bring together multinational expertise on the program, the company maintained, adding that this will help it to provide a global NGRC.