Manufacturing

Fast Fact: The wings for the complete family of Airbus aircraft including the A380 are manufactured in Wales.

Manufacturing has a long tradition in Wales, and we intend to sustain it – by providing the right new infrastructure and skills and by supporting new growth.

Whatever the size of your operation, you’ll find the right location and support in Wales.

Wales is one of Europe’s most cost-effective and productive regions for aerospace manufacturing.

“The dedication, commitment and hard work of Airbus staff across Europe, including the workforce in Wales, has contributed to the success of Airbus as an internationally recognized aerospace company.” Brian Fleet, Senior Vice-President Manufacturing, Airbus UK

Today our manufacturing capabilities range from Airbus, UK’s wing assembly facility at Broughton – the biggest manufacturing operation in Britain – to small firms making specialist components for global companies.

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Our team are available to answer your business expansion and International trade questions.
Our services are FREE and will give you relevant information for your business sector and details of any support that is available.
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Telephone: 03000 6 03000
Email: business@wales.gsi.gov.uk

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