GE Aerospace announces an expansion and modernisation of its maintenance site at Prestwick Airport, with plans to create 150 new jobs. The investment follows similar growth at the site, including expansion activity by Ryanair, according to reporting.
Outlets differ on the headline size of the investment, referring either to a £30 million expansion by GE Aerospace or a broader £57 million programme. The larger figure is attributed to a funding mix that includes £27 million from the Ayrshire Growth Deal and £6 million from Scottish Enterprise, supporting the company’s £30 million maintenance and facilities work. The company says the investment will help retain high-value skilled roles and support recruitment and career opportunities in local STEM industries.
Overall coverage frames the move as a significant boost for the once-threatened airport, while also emphasising the role of public funding in supporting industrial capacity and workforce growth in South Ayrshire.
