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GKN Aerospace

GKN operates in 17 countries across Europe, employing around 28,000 people in more than 60 manufacturing facilities.

A British business originally established in 1759, the UK remains home to their global headquarters.

The Aerospace division has a site in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

14, January 2013·1 min read

GKN Aerospace delivers first winglet set for Bombardier CSeries aircraft

Composite winglets will extend range and cut operating costs say GKN.

15, November 2012·1 min read

GKN boss threatens possible legal action over IW Festival licence

A request from the GKN boss to meet and resolve matters prior to the licensing hearing have, so far, been rejected by organiser of the Isle of Wight Festival, John Giddings.

9, October 2012·3 min read

GKN: Isle of Wight Festival licence should be revoked or reviewed

The MD of GKN is clearly highly-angered by the disruption the Festival caused this year, labelling the Festival an "on-going public nuisance". What do you think?

26, September 2012·1 min read

Cowes asphalt plant could cost GKN jobs says MP

Eurovia failed to consult with GKN Aerospace. It's thought that emissions from the proposed asphalt plant could shut down GKN

12, March 2012·1 min read

Will GKN Add Volvo Aero To Aerospace Portfolio?

The Observer reported yesterday that GKN are the frontrunners to purchase Sweden's largest aerospace company, Volvo Aero.

Minister Mark Prisk GKN composite funding 2012

13, January 2012·1 min read

Minister Opens New £14.8m Isle Of Wight Facility (2 Podcast + Gallery)

We interview the Minister, Mark Prisk, about this significant R&D investment in composites on the Isle of Wight.

11, January 2012·1 min read

GKN Aerospace Rolls-Royce Joint Venture Sees £14.8m Plant Open On The Island

A new £14.8m aero engine pre-production plant in Cowes is to be officially opened by Mark Prisk MP tomorrow. It's a joint venture between GKN Aerospace and Rolls-Royce

26, April 2011·7 min read