GE Aerospace will invest over €110 million across its European manufacturing sites this year to expand production capacity and accelerate advanced manufacturing. The investment supports the company’s commitment to meeting growing customer demand across commercial and defense engine programs.
The funds will be distributed across five countries: Italy (€77M), Poland (€15M), Czech Republic (€8M), United Kingdom (€10M), and Romania (€3M). Projects include new engine test cells, advanced machining equipment, additive manufacturing expansion, and infrastructure upgrades. Additionally, the company will invest approximately €40 million in its European MRO and component repair facilities as part of a global $1 billion initiative.
To address the skilled workforce shortage, GE Aerospace plans to hire more than 1,000 new workers across Europe this year. The company is also investing in training grants for vocational schools in the UK and Italy, reaching over 800 students, while expanding its Next Engineers program in Warsaw, Poland, to ultimately engage more than 4,000 students.
“This significant investment reflects our long-term commitment to the European aerospace industry,” said Riccardo Procacci, President and CEO, Propulsion & Additive Technologies. Christian Meisner, Chief Human Resources Officer, added: “Investing in skills, training, and talent pipelines across Europe is a strategic imperative.” With operations in 18 countries and approximately 13,000 employees, Europe remains GE Aerospace’s largest global footprint outside the United States.
