UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a £975 million funding boost for the aerospace sector over five years, supporting thousands of skilled jobs across the UK. The investment extends the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Programme, aiming to drive innovation, create job opportunities, and advance zero-emission flight technologies. Key aerospace hubs like Broughton, Filton, and Derby will benefit, reinforcing the UK’s global leadership in wings and engine manufacturing. Bidding opens in January, with projects starting in autumn. Business leaders praised the move, emphasizing its importance for sustainable aviation, economic growth, and the UK’s Industrial Strategy, contributing to net-zero and defense objectives.
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