GKN Aerospace has strengthened its position at the forefront of the aero-engine industry with plans to increase the capacity and efficiency of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Trollhättan, Sweden. The new production area will embrace the latest digital factory processes when it is fully operational in 2026, supporting the ongoing global aerospace industry ramp-up.

The investment adds state-of-the-art capacity with advanced automation, robotics, and digital technologies. This will enable GKN Aerospace to drive up productivity, improve quality and reduce industry lead times of its world-leading engine systems and major structural components, the company said in a press release.

The backlog of aero-engines stands at upto nine years and this expansion will enable GKN Aerospace to support increasing demands for leading engines such as the GEnX, GTF and Trent XWB.

“We are seeing record order backlogs and strong growth potential across the industry, and this expansion enables us to support our customers and seize that opportunity. Our Engines business is already an industry-leader today, and this investment will not only underpin our future growth but also support the industry’s shift to more efficient and sustainable aircraft engines,” Joakim Andersson, president of GKN Aerospace’s engines business, said.

This expansion follows a January announcement that GKN Aerospace is also establishing an Additive Fabrication Centre of Excellence in Trollhättan facility, in Sweden, as it positions the Engines business for further growth.