Collins Aerospace shortlisted for Made in Northern Ireland Awards

Aircraft seating manufacturer, Collins Aerospace in Kilkeel is leading the way in this year’s Insider Made in Northern Ireland awards, having been shortlisted as a finalist in four categories.

One of the largest and most successful aircraft seating manufacturers in the world, the company has been shortlisted in the Export; Automotive, Aerospace and Rail; Manufacturing Apprenticeship, and Manufacturer of the Year (Over £25m) categories.

Following the shortlist announcement, Stuart McKee said, “We are absolutely delighted to be shortlisted in not one, but four award categories at this year’s Made in Northern Ireland Awards.

“I’m thrilled that our team has been recognised for the work carried out in Kilkeel for the global market. They have excelled these last few years, so this recognition is richly deserved.”

Collins Aerospace, which has over 300 locations worldwide, produces approximately 25% of all aircraft seating for the global market.

“Its facility in Kilkeel employs 750 people and has recently embarked on a recruitment drive as it prepares for future growth.”

The Insider Made in Northern Ireland awards showcases the quality products and services that manufacturing and engineering companies from across Northern Ireland supply. The awards ceremony will take place at the Titanic Hotel in Belfast on Friday, May 13.

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