Boeing Acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems Reinforces Northern Ireland’s Aerospace Legacy
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Boeing Acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems Reinforces Northern Ireland’s Aerospace Legacy
Dr Steve Aiken OBE MLA, Chair of the All-Party Group on Aerospace has welcomed Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems as a major boost for Northern Ireland’s aerospace sector. This move brings one of the world’s largest aerospace manufacturers to Belfast, reaffirming its commitment to a highly skilled workforce and a proud tradition of aircraft innovation that spans generations.
Steve Aiken said,
"The news that Boeing has acquired Spirit AeroSystems is a significant boost for Northern Ireland’s aerospace sector. Bringing Boeing to Belfast clearly demonstrates the commitment of one of the world’s largest aerospace manufacturers to our highly skilled workforce, which has a proud tradition in aircraft manufacturing. From the Shorts Stirling and Sunderland through to the Shorts 330 and 360 commuter aircraft, this industry has long been at the cutting edge of technology. The fact that the new company in Queen’s Island, Newtownabbey, and elsewhere will be known as ‘Shorts Brothers, a Boeing Company’ reflects those historic links and signals a firm commitment to the future."