Thales' Ashish Saraf to now head Pratt & Whitney in India

Pratt & Whitney has appointed Ashish Saraf as its Vice President and Country Head for India, transitioning from his previous role as country director for Thales India, covering aerospace and defense sectors. Saraf takes charge amid ongoing engine issues affecting Airbus A320 fleets of IndiGo and GoAir, which have led to significant operational challenges for the company over the past 6-7 years. With over 20 years of experience in aerospace and consulting, Saraf will lead strategic growth and transformation efforts at Pratt & Whitney in India, focusing on engineering, supply chain, and customer service.