Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is investing US$100 million in its Rzeszów facility in Poland to expand production capacity, introduce advanced manufacturing capabilities and meet rising global demand for its commercial and military engines, including the GTF, F135 and F100 programmes.
The investment will fund the construction of a new facility dedicated to specialised processes for isothermally forged components. This includes heat treatment, sonic machining and advanced inspection operations. The expansion complements a separate $200 million investment in a seventh isothermal forging press at Pratt & Whitney’s Columbus Forge site in Georgia, United States. Together, these projects are expected to be fully operational by 2028 and will increase output of critical engine components, such as rotating compressor and turbine discs, by approximately 30%.
The Rzeszów development reflects a broader strategy to strengthen production throughput and secure supply chains for key engine programmes across both civil and defence markets. By enhancing in-house capabilities for complex forged parts, Pratt & Whitney aims to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce lead times and support next-generation engine technologies.
According to Piotr Owsicki, General Manager of Pratt & Whitney in Rzeszów, the investment underscores the company’s commitment to scaling production and delivering increased volumes to customers at pace. He noted that expanding operations in Poland enables the business to build strategic capabilities essential for both current and future aircraft engine platforms.
Poland remains RTX’s largest international hub outside the United States, employing more than 9,400 people across its Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon businesses. Pratt & Whitney’s Polish operations play a critical role in advanced manufacturing and technology development, supporting engines, turboprops and auxiliary power units. The sites are responsible for producing key components, including the GTF fan drive gear system, F100 structural elements and critical parts for the F135 engine, reinforcing their importance within the company’s global industrial footprint.
