Rolls-Royce is part of the power and propulsion sub-alliance providing the propulsion and power systems for the Royal Navy’s new Queen Elizabeth (QE) class aircraft carriers. The sub-alliance is led by Thales, although Rolls-Royce is supplying about half the equipment. Other members of the sub-alliance are Converteam, which was recently acquired by rival gas turbine supplier GE, and L3 Communications. The engine manufacturer is supplying two MT30 gas turbines for each of the aircraft carr....

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