Rolls-Royce merges engine controls and systems/solutions businesses into new unit

Rolls-Royce announced (30-Jun-2014) the merger of two wholly owned subsidiaries, Aero Engine Controls (AEC) and Optimized Systems and Solutions (OSyS), to form a new business, Controls and Data Services (CDS), which will continue to operate as part of the Rolls-Royce Group. The new business will bring together equipment sensors, controls and monitoring systems with performance analysis and health management services, "delivering greater asset intelligence at a faster pace". Controls and Data Services will operate across all Rolls-Royce market sectors: Civil and Defence aerospace, Industrial Power and Marine. Rolls-Royce has appointed Harry Holt to lead the new business. Rolls-Royce director of engineering and technology Colin Smith said: "With the creation of Controls and Data Services, Rolls-Royce will be able to provide an integrated end to end capability that will enhance our asset lifecycle management solutions." [more - original PR]