Lift off for Boeing's debut in Scotland

Published on Saturday 4 October 2008 13:42

BOEING, the US aircraft builder, is to invest in Scotland for the first time and is considering a manufacturing facility.

The company is sending a delegation to Glasgow this week, where executives will meet potential suppliers.

"The aim of the day is to discuss how and where Boeing can invest in the Scottish aerospace and hi-tech industries, both in terms of manufacturing and gaining new suppliers," said a spokesman.

"This would be the first time that Boeing has operated in Scotland, so it is an exciting opportunity for Boeing and for the companies concerned."

Boeing is the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft and also designs and manufactures rotorcraft, electronic and defence systems, missiles, satellites, launch vehicles and advanced information and communication systems. It operates the Space Shuttle and International Space Station and provides numerous military and commercial airline support services.

Also attending Tuesday's event will be Government defence officials and experts from Cranfield University, who will present their experience of working with Boeing.

Boeing is staging the event in conjunction with the Society of British Aerospace Companies Scotland. It is understood that up to 35 companies will attend.