Rolls-Royce invests £60m in Scottish site

Investment will see a new centre of competence created

Rolls-Royce plans to invest up to £60 million in its facility in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, creating a new centre of competence for the manufacture of aerofoils and a new location for the manufacture of mainline engine shafts.

The centre will manufacture an extensive range of aerofoils, including turbine and compressor components, for Rolls-Royce engines that are no longer in high volume production, such as the Adour and BR715. 

The company said the new location for the manufacture of shafts will provide it with capacity needed to deliver on its multi-billion pound order book. It complements the company's existing facility in Derby and capacity in its external supply chain.

Mike Mosley, Rolls-Royce's chief operating officer of Supply Chain, said: “Our investment in Inchinnan demonstrates our commitment to innovative technology and world-class facilities which will improve performance and drive profitable growth for our business.

"We recognise the dedication and flexibility of the Inchinnan workforce who continue to play a key role in the success of Rolls-Royce.”

The company said the investment could mitigate the impact of the job reductions announced earlier this year at Inchinnan as part of its aerospace restructuring programme.