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A Swiss company is set to expand its manufacturing operations in Newport as part of a deal with a leading technology company in the aerospace and defence sector.

In a time of global industrial disruption and change, Wales is open for business. Our Advanced Manufacturing Sector is pioneering, collaborative, and ready to welcome investors seeking both proven results and innovation.

From advanced aerospace and automotive to defence and semiconductors, Wales in 2025 is a dynamic, proven home for investors who want results.

GE Aerospace has announced a £19 million investment over the next three years to refurbish its Wales site, a world-class centre for commercial engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations.

Welsh businesses, universities and colleges can now access new opportunities in the growing defence sector through Wales Regional Defence and Security Cluster, which was launched today (9 March).

The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) is a £400m rail innovation, testing and showcasing facility being developed in South Wales, designed to serve rolling stock, infrastructure and technology providers from the UK and around the world.

Make UK is the UK’s representative voice for manufacturing, supporting 20,000 companies of all sizes across engineering, technology and the wider industrial sector.

The High Value Manufacturing Catapult (HVM Catapult) gives Welsh manufacturers a direct link into the UK’s world leading network of applied research centres, helping them adopt digital, automated and sustainable technology production at pace.