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GKN Aerospace expands Trollhättan facility to meet industry growth

GKN Aerospace has strengthened its leadership in the aero-engine sector by announcing plans to expand the capacity and efficiency of its advanced manufacturing facility in Trollhättan, Sweden. The new production area, set to be fully operational by 2026, will incorporate the latest digital factory processes to support the global aerospace industry’s increasing demand. The investment […]

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GKN Aerospace signs multiple new contracts at Farnborough Airshow

GKN Aerospace has signed multiple new collaboration contracts at this year’s Farnborough Airshow. The company has signed a new technology collaboration with German start-up VÆRIDION at the Farnborough Airshow, focused on advancing aerostructures and electrical wiring interconnection systems (EWIS) for VÆRIDION’s all-electric microliner aircraft. VÆRIDION is pioneering the development of a nine-passenger-plus-crew all-electric microliner designed

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GKN Aerospace launches £44m H2FlyGHT project

GKN Aerospace has launched H2FlyGHT, a revolutionary £44 million project aimed at developing a two-megawatt (2 MW) cryogenic hydrogen-electric propulsion system, setting new standards for the next generation of larger sustainable aircraft. Building on the successes of the H2GEAR project, H2FlyGHT introduces cutting-edge thermal management solutions to enhance efficiency and performance. H2FlyGHT is designed to

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GKN Aerospace extends EWIS contract with Airbus for A220 planes

GKN Aerospace has extended its agreement with Airbus for the continued manufacture of all electrical wiring interconnection systems (EWIS) for the entire A220 aircraft. This multi-year contract extension reaffirms GKN Aerospace’s role as a key EWIS supplier to Airbus. Having established itself as a long-term supplier to Airbus for EWIS on the A220, A320 and

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GKN Aerospace to develop conceptual studies for advanced power and propulsion system

GKN Aerospace has received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to develop conceptual studies for advanced power and propulsion systems to support future fighter systems. The agreement runs for two years, from 2024 to 2025, with the potential for a follow-on phase beyond. The contract covers conceptual studies of power and propulsion

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GKN Aerospace boosts sustainable manufacturing with £50 million investment in Sweden

GKN Aerospace has strengthened its commitment to sustainable manufacturing by investing £50 million (600 million SEK) in cutting-edge additive fabrication technology in Trollhättan, Sweden. The Swedish Energy Agency’s Industriklivet initiative will contribute £12 million (152 million SEK) towards this investment, aimed at transforming production methods and reducing raw material usage by up to 80%. The

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GKN Aerospace’s Malaysian facility earns key certifications

GKN Aerospace‘s Malaysian engines parts repair facility in Johor has achieved several significant certifications, solidifying its position as a leader in the aerospace industry. The facility has received official approvals from prominent international airworthiness authorities, including the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), and the Civil Aviation Authority

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