Aerospace & Defence

Grow your aerospace or defence business in Wales, with an unrivalled package of skills, sites and support.

Why Wales?

  • Reach new markets, suppliers and customers from a cost-effective European base
  • Fast-track access to government ministers and support from a dedicated account manager
  • Develop new technology with our best-in-class UK universities
  • Forge profitable new partnerships with government, industry and academia
  • Recruit and retain exceptional skills - highly trained people in aerospace and defence disciplines
  • Access unique facilities for developing and testing technologies such as unmanned aircraft systems

Wales is proving a successful and cost-effective base for over 180 aerospace and defence companies, employing 25,000 people. They include big names such as EADS DS, BAE Systems, GE Aviation, NORDAM Europe, General Dynamics, QinetiQ, Raytheon, SELEX Sensors & Airborne Systems, Qioptiq, British Airways and Airbus UK, and emerging new technology firms.

Find out what your company could achieve in this skilled, ready and resource-rich country.

“EADS DS has enjoyed a strong and continuous relationship with the Welsh Assembly Government – its support has been key to our growth and development in Wales” EADS DS, Newport
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Have a question?  Need more information?

Our team of Relationship Managers 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.
Contact us  
Telephone: 01443 845500
Email: ibwales@wales.gsi.gov.uk
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