Snecma and GE: powered by inventive minds

CFM combines the engineering expertise and research investment of two of the brightest companies in the aerospace industry, even the world.

Snecma and GE equally share responsibility for designing the CFM56 aircraft engine. The work split takes advantage of the companies’ respective achievements and allows them to focus engineering efforts on specific parts of the engine.

Snecma: emphasis on innovation

Snecma’s primary research objectives include developing quieter, more fuel-efficient and lower emissions engines. Snecma invests over 6 millions euros a year in the patent process, building up a portfolio of 5,000 patents over the years.

GE: technologies that change the way we live

Since Thomas Edison founded GE in 1878 as the Edison Engineering Co., the company has believed that its future and prospects for building a better world are rooted in a steadfast commitment to technology. GE is committed to doubling its research and development (R&D) investment over that of 2005, towards a goal of $1.5 billion annually.