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2021
Rolls-Royce releases Boat Tail
Rolls-Royce announced the release of Boat Tail, a bespoke coachbuilt car created in collaboration with three clients over four years.
2021
Rolls-Royce to power Dassault Falcon 10X
Dassault selected Rolls-Royce's Pearl 10X engine to power the Falcon 10X, establishing a collaboration between the companies for the aircraft program.
2021
NOVITEC releases SPOFEC Overdose edition of the Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Badge
NOVITEC released the SPOFEC Overdose edition of the Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Badge, with exterior and engine upgrades; worldwide production is limited to three cars.
2021
Rolls-Royce launches cybersecurity research network with universities
Rolls-Royce developed a cybersecurity research consortium and invited Purdue University and Carnegie Mellon University to join as inaugural members. The universities will conduct Rolls-Royce-funded research to strengthen security for its commercial and defense products.
2021
Rolls-Royce appoints Paul Adams as non-executive director
Rolls-Royce Holdings announced the appointment of Paul Adams as a non-executive director. The article says he would join the board with immediate effect.
2021
Rolls-Royce announces three board members will step down
Rolls-Royce announced that board members Lewis Booth, Frank Chapman, and Jasmin Staiblin would step down on May 13 and would not stand for re-election at the annual general meeting.
2021
Rolls-Royce debuts Phantom Tempus Collection
Rolls-Royce debuted the bespoke Phantom Tempus Collection, with production limited to 20 units globally. The article reports that all units had been snapped up.
2021
Rolls-Royce agrees to sell Bergen Engines business
Rolls-Royce signed an agreement to sell its Bergen Engines medium-speed gas and diesel engines business to TMH International for approximately $180 million in net proceeds. The transaction was expected to close in the second half of 2021.
2020
Rolls-Royce unveils a new brand identity design
Rolls-Royce unveiled a new brand identity design on August 26, with the design scheduled to come into use from September. The design includes a two-dimensional version of the Spirit of Ecstasy facing right and new brand colors.
2020
Rolls-Royce launches Cullinan scale model
Rolls-Royce introduced a 1:8 scale model of its Cullinan SUV.
2020
Rolls-Royce lowers 2020 widebody engine production forecast
Rolls-Royce cut its forecast for 2020 widebody aircraft engine production to around 250 engines from its previous forecast of 450.
2020
Rolls-Royce announces plans for global workforce reductions
Rolls-Royce was reported to be planning to lay off about 8,000 employees worldwide; the company said it would provide further details about workforce impacts before the end of the month.
2020
Rolls-Royce announces expected record honey production
Rolls-Royce announced that its headquarters apiary was set to break its honey-production volume targets for the year. The article describes this as an expected record, not a completed production result.
2020
Babcock awards Type 31 supply-chain contracts
Babcock International’s Team 31 awarded supply-chain contracts for the Type 31 frigate programme, including contracts for engines, gearboxes, propellers, emissions-reduction equipment, intake and exhaust systems, and a chilled-water plant.
2020
Rolls-Royce creates engine-controls manufacturing capability near Purdue
Rolls-Royce created a new engine-controls capability near Purdue University to support its U.S. defense business; its first electronic engine controller was completed at the site.
2020
Rolls-Royce launches Whispers
Rolls-Royce launched Whispers, a service for Rolls-Royce owners that offers a curated feed of items and experiences, messaging between members, and selected stories.
2020
Belcan receives Rolls-Royce GBS Procurement Supplier of the Year Award
Belcan announced that it had been selected to receive the 2019 Rolls-Royce GBS Procurement Supplier of the Year Award. Rolls-Royce recognized Belcan for achievements in cost reduction, quality, and delivery excellence.
2020
Rolls-Royce launches Yocova
Rolls-Royce launched Yocova, a cloud-based platform for the aviation industry to manage data and facilitate data exchange and collaboration.
2020
Rolls-Royce opens Bristol manufacturing facility
Rolls-Royce opened a manufacturing facility in Bristol to develop jet-engine technologies and components for the UltraFan engine demonstrator. The facility represents a £25 million investment and is expected to generate 150 jobs.
2020
Keystone Turbine Services receives Rolls-Royce Best in Class award
Keystone Turbine Services received Rolls-Royce's Best in Class award for 2020, recognizing its achievements in MRO service and support for operators of the M250 gas turbine engine and related components.