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Newbow Aerospace Expands UK Facility and Secures Major Airline Contracts
Newbow Aerospace opens new UK facility doubling production capacity and wins contracts with Iberia, British Airways, and Jet2 for ground support equipment.
This article is based on an official press release from Newbow Aerospace.
Newbow Aerospace, a prominent UK-based manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment (GSE), has officially opened a new fabrication facility in Redditch, West Midlands. The expansion marks a significant start to 2026 for the company, coinciding with the announcement of several major contracts with international carriers including Iberia, British Airways, and Jet2.
According to the company’s announcement, the new 4,000-square-foot facility is located in close proximity to Newbow’s headquarters and its existing twin-unit production site. The primary objective of this expansion is to double the manufacturing capacity for the company’s core product lines, specifically GSE trailers and service carts. To support this increased output, Newbow has recruited additional welders and fabricators.
Alongside the infrastructure expansion, Newbow Aerospace has confirmed three significant commercial agreements that underscore its growing footprint in the European aviation market.
In a new partnership, Newbow has secured an order from Spanish flag carrier Iberia. The agreement involves the initial production of 16 wheel and brake change trailers. These units are scheduled for deployment across various airports in Spain to support Iberia’s long-haul Airbus A350-900 fleet.
Building on existing relationships, Newbow has been contracted by British Airways to supply trailers for Line Maintenance operations at London Gatwick Airport. These units will specifically support the maintenance of the airline’s Airbus A320 and Boeing 777 fleets.
The company also announced a new general trading agreement with leisure airline Jet2. The scope of this deal focuses on the procurement of precision tyre inflation tooling and pressure gauges. Additionally, the agreement includes provisions for ongoing service and calibration support, ensuring the equipment remains compliant with safety standards.
The expansion follows what Newbow describes as a “record-breaking” performance in 2025. The company cites increased market penetration in the UK and Europe, as well as growing demand in the Middle East, as key drivers for the investment in new production capabilities. Marc Green, Sales Director at Newbow Aerospace, highlighted the strategic necessity of the new site in a statement regarding the opening:
“The opening of our third production facility, which is now fully operational, provides Newbow with significant extra bandwidth to ramp up the manufacture of our service carts and trailers, for which we’re seeing high demand. The prospects for 2026 look very encouraging.”
The expansion of Newbow Aerospace aligns with broader trends in the global Ground Support Equipment (GSE) market. Industry data suggests that the sector is poised for steady growth, with projections indicating a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 7% through 2033. This growth is largely driven by the full recovery of global air passenger traffic and the subsequent pressure on airlines to optimize turnaround times.
Furthermore, the industry’s shift toward “Fly Net Zero” goals is influencing procurement decisions. Newbow’s recent innovation, a solar-powered wheel and brake change trailer launched with Aer Lingus, demonstrates how manufacturers are adapting to these environmental mandates. By utilizing roof-mounted solar panels to power internal LED lighting, operators can reduce reliance on towing vehicles for power, thereby lowering the carbon footprint of line maintenance operations.
Newbow’s strategic partnership with GGAS Aviation Services in Saudi Arabia, established in 2025, also positions the company to capitalize on the region’s aggressive aviation infrastructure development under Saudi Vision 2030.
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