Agreement expected to generate approximately
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The Rolls-Royce Trent XWB is the sole engine currently available to power
the new Airbus A350 XWB family of aircraft. At the date of this announcement,
Parker estimates that the agreement will generate approximately
"Through this partnership, Parker is building on a history of success with
Product design, manufacture, and support will be completed by multiple
Parker Aerospace divisions, including the Air & Fuel Division and Customer
Support Operations in
The first Parker-supplied Trent XWB components are scheduled for delivery
to
A continued focus on business fundamentals and performance improvements driven by Parker's Win Strategy has allowed Parker to deliver the increased value that its customers are seeking. The Win Strategy ensures a focus on value-added services, attention to customer needs, a culture of planned innovation that secures rewards for investors far into the future, and a trusted partnership for Parker customers.
Parker Aerospace looks forward to enhancing its existing relationship with
Trent XWB engine
The bill of material covers several product lines in support of
Lifetime customer support
As part of the partnership, Parker will provide all-inclusive customer service and support on its components for the life of the engine program. This approach is a continuing tradition for Parker on Rolls-Royce TotalCare(R) programs and helps provide optimized, predictable cost over the long-term.
Parker on
Parker Aerospace supports many
The Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engine is being developed for the new Airbus A350 extra-wide body family of aircraft. Parker will provide the complete hydraulic and fuel systems for the A350 XWB, as well as the fuel tank inerting system.
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Parker Aerospace is an operating segment of
With annual sales exceeding
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Manager
Analysts,
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