Kishore Jayaraman, OBE | President, India & South Asia, Rolls-Royce
- Kishore is the President of India and South Asia for Rolls-Royce.
- He was earlier the President and CEO of GE Energy in South Asia.
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Overview
Rolls-Royce, a venerable name synonymous with engineering, excellence, and innovation, has not only graced the automotive world with luxurious automobiles but has also soared to remarkable heights in the aerospace and defence sectors. Beyond its legacy of crafting powerful engines and iconic luxury cars, Rolls-Royce is emerging as a trailblazer in the pursuit of sustainability within the aerospace industry. Join us as we unravel the dynamic world of aerospace with Kishore Jayaraman, the distinguished President of Rolls-Royce for India & South Asia. From discussing Rolls-Royce’s groundbreaking sustainability initiatives to exploring the future of electrification in aviation, he shares insights into fostering innovation and collaboration.
[00:33] – About Kishore Jayaraman, OBE
- Kishore is the President of India and South Asia for Rolls-Royce.
- He was earlier the President and CEO of GE Energy in South Asia.
- He has recently been awarded an honourary officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Her Majesty for services to international trade and investment with a key focus on the promotion of Indian UK trade.
[02:59] – Could you share some key sustainability initiatives you are undertaking in India and South Asia?
- Rolls-Royce has committed to the UN 2050 Net Zero Charter, recognising the aviation sector’s impact on greenhouse gases.
- Their initiatives include adopting sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), aiming for 100% SAF compatibility in products by 2030, and exploring hydrogen as a fuel.
- The company is also focused on achieving net-zero emissions in all its facilities by 2030.
[08:30] – How does Rolls-Royce foster a culture of innovation within its organisation?
- By embracing incremental changes, and adopting and adapting to the latest technologies.
- Rolls-Royce also attempts to stay ahead of future technological developments.
- The company views innovation as a natural outcome of staying competitive, and it is deeply ingrained in the company’s DNA.
[20:59] – How are startups and innovative companies from the UK and India contributing to the trade dynamics?
- There is a gap in wavelengths between startups in India and the UK due to varying needs.
- However, the world has become a global melting pot of entrepreneurship.
- Opportunities for collaboration exist in various sectors, such as energy, electric, and digital.
- The key is identifying sectors where collaboration will thrive and preparing the necessary conduits for startup environments to collaborate effectively.
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Profile
- Kishore is the President of India and South Asia for Rolls-Royce.
- He was earlier the President and CEO of GE Energy in South Asia.
- He has recently been awarded an honourary officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Her Majesty for services to international trade and investment with a key focus on the promotion of Indian UK trade.
