Richard Graham MP has today welcomed the Minister for Investment Mark Garnier MP to Gloucestershire to meet with local aerospace companies and discuss exports. Safran hosted the visit with local aerospace companies including Poetons, GE Aviation and Twyver joining the discussion, with the Minister taking questions about post Brexit trade.

Richard said,

“Now that we’re leaving the EU it’s more important than ever that we support our strong local exporters like our aerospace contractors such as Safran and GE Aerospace and I’m delighted to work closely with all. Gloucester has some excellent aerospace businesses that are already sending their work abroad and so I’m glad that the Minister could join us today to hear about their work and share his insight into what more we can do.”

Safran Landing System’s Managing Director Chris Wilson said:

“Here in Gloucestershire we have a world leading company. Safran Landing System’s UK business has a unique capability with its total process from initial design to final aircraft integration, in service support and MRO, together with Research and Development. It is therefore critical that we retain those skills which we have locally, in the region and in the UK. We do everything we can to increase our competitiveness which is why the support from Government, through the likes of the AGP, DIT and BEIS teams, with lobbying, skills development, investment and funding initiatives is so important.”

Minister for Investment, Mark Garnier said:

“UK goods and services are in increasing demand across the world, with the aerospace industry bringing billions into our economy every year. Safran’s work in developing quality engine equipment and landing systems is crucial to the success of the industry and in maintaining jobs. As an international economic department, we will continue to support businesses in making the most of opportunities through our aerospace trade missions and presence at international air shows.”