General Electric Aerospace announced an $11.3 million investment in its Asheville location, bringing new high-precision machines for critical components in military and commercial aircraft engine parts. This investment is part of a larger $650 million investment in GE locations nationwide. The Asheville factory produces engines for Boeing, Airbus, and other aircraft and supplies components for U.S. military aircraft.
The investment includes upgrades for the Asheville facility, such as heating and cooling systems, to improve production capacity for cutting-edge engine parts. Site leader Stephen French expressed optimism for GE Aerospace’s future as an independent company.
In addition to domestic investments, GE Aerospace allocated $100 million to international facilities and supplier partners. The shift to GE Aerospace follows the company’s separation into multiple entities.
GE Aerospace Chairman and CEO H. Lawrence Culp, Jr. emphasized the importance of investing in advanced equipment and safety measures to meet customer needs. These investments signal GE Aerospace’s dedication to growth and innovation.
The Asheville investment reflects GE Aerospace’s commitment to enhancing manufacturing capabilities to meet aviation industry demands. The facility is poised to play a vital role in producing engine components for military and commercial aircraft.
General Electric’s investment in the Asheville facility signifies a key step towards improving production capabilities in the aerospace sector. This substantial funding showcases GE Aerospace’s dedication to innovation and growth, positioning Asheville as an integral player in shaping the future of aviation advancements.
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