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Northern Ireland has a rich aerospace heritage, with the first contracts to manufacture aircraft over 100 years ago.
- The region supplies every major global aerospace programme.
- It is home to the all composite award winning Airbus A220 Wing.
- One third of global aircraft seats are manufactured in Northern Ireland.
- Top region for aerospace ADS SC21 Supply Chain Excellence with over 25% of national awards.
Our 100+ members, large and small, generate well-paid, high-tech exports contributing to Northern Ireland’s economic output.
Fullscreen ModeWe have a very strong aerospace industry and supply chain in Northern Ireland, great engineers and talented innovators.
Leslie Orr Director – ADS N Ireland