Rolls-Royce invest in large engine assembly, at German and Uk

Rolls-Royce has unveiled strategic initiatives aimed at bolstering its assembly, testing, and maintenance capabilities in the United Kingdom and Germany to meet the escalating long-term demand for new civil large engines and enhance customer aftermarket support services for its global Trent fleet.

In line with the insights shared at last year’s Capital Markets Day, Rolls-Royce anticipates a steady annual uptick of 7 – 9% in Rolls-Royce powered aircraft in operation throughout the remainder of the decade. The company also foresees engine flying hours escalating to 120 – 130% mid-term compared to the levels recorded in 2019.

In anticipation of this surge in demand, Rolls-Royce is committing £55 million towards expanding its infrastructure and is set to recruit over 300 front-line operations roles across its facilities in Derby, UK, and Dahlewitz, Germany. Notably, approximately half of the investment and the majority of the job opportunities will be concentrated in Derby.

The investments consist of:
In comparison to typical deliveries over the previous ten years, Derby’s engine build capacity will be expanded to produce approximately 40% more new engines annually starting in 2025.

Additionally, the capacity of servicing will be increased. Before switching to the assembly and testing of new Trent XWB-84 engines in 2026, the existing engine test capacity for big civil engines in Dahlewitz will be used to meet short-term service requirements.

These expenditures are in response to the £1 billion pledge made last month to fund a Trent engine family continuous improvement program.