Photo: Warwick District CouncilCFS Aero, a leading independent aerospace engineering company, has officially opened its new Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) test cell at its Warwick facility. The opening ceremony took place on 10 December and was conducted by Councillor Naveen Tangri, chairman of Warwick District Council.
The company relocated to Warwick after its former site at Coventry Airport was earmarked for demolition and has since become an integral part of the district’s growing high technology and engineering community. CFS Aero expressed its appreciation to Warwick District Council for the support provided during the relocation process, which helped secure skilled jobs and technical capability for the region.
The new APU test cell represents a significant investment in the company’s future and in Warwick’s reputation for advanced engineering. It incorporates the latest digital monitoring systems, enabling engineers to view live performance data and conduct remote test observations from anywhere in the world. The design also promotes efficiency and cleanliness, featuring a modern ‘plug-and-play’ set-up that allows preparation work to take place outside the test area in a controlled environment.
Rising demand for servicesThe project was supported by the AMSCI Scheme, administered by
Frontier Development Capital, which was established by
Finance Birmingham to help innovative British manufacturers grow and compete internationally. CFS Aero currently employs 35 people at its Warwick facility and plans to double its workforce over the next four years as demand for its specialist services continues to rise.
Gareth Sheridan, director responsible for APU operations at CFS Aero, said: “We are proud to be investing in Warwick and to be part of its dynamic manufacturing sector. The new APU test cell will help us expand into new markets, create more local jobs, and continue delivering the quality and reliability that CFS Aero is known for.”
Councillor Naveen Tangri, chairman of Warwick District Council, added: “From the Council’s perspective it is extremely rewarding that, following our assistance with its relocation from Coventry Airport, CFS Aero has put down firm roots in Warwick District and continues to thrive. In addition, its participation in the UKSPF funded Warwickshire Manufacturing Growth Programme is enabling it to bring even more skilled employment opportunities to our area. We want to offer our congratulations for everything the company has achieved and look forward to its future success.”