Collins Aerospace relocates Singapore plant to new US$250 million facility in Seletar
It will maintain dual production capabilities at Bedok and Seletar sites as part of its multi-year transition plan
US AEROSPACE company Collins Aerospace announced on Wednesday (Jul 24) that it is relocating its existing manufacturing facility in Bedok to a new US$250 million site at Seletar Aerospace Park. The move is expected to boost its aerospace production capabilities.
Construction of the new facility is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025 and is projected to be completed by 2027. Production at its new site is expected to commence in 2028.
It will support the design, development and production of aerospace components.
The North Carolina-based Collins Aerospace will, through a multi-year transition plan, maintain dual production capabilities at both the Bedok and Seletar facilities.
“This new facility will be a hub of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology to support aerospace components’ design, development and production,” said Henry Brooks, president (power and controls) of Collins Aerospace.
“Our investment in Seletar Aerospace Park underscores our long-term commitment to Singapore and to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services,” he said in a statement.
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Collins Aerospace’s website indicated that the Bedok plant currently manufactures advanced technology aerospace components and gears for Hamilton Sundstrand constant speed drives – which are generators commonly found in aircraft engines.
Cindy Koh, the executive vice-president of the Singapore Economic Development Board, said the “significant investment” by Collins Aerospace is “testament to Singapore’s strengths” as a location for advanced manufacturing.
“(It) is a good example of how we are partnering with leading aerospace companies on their long-term growth,” she added.
The company’s Singapore location is the regional headquarters for the Asia-Pacific, with more than 2,000 employees providing maintenance, repair and overhaul services, as well as manufacturing, sales and marketing.
Collins, which first established its presence in Singapore nearly five decades ago in 1975, supplies products to planemakers such as Boeing and Airbus.
Seletar Aerospace Park, on the other hand, is home to more than 70 aviation industry players – which includes GE Aerospace and Bombardier. (*see amendment note)
*Amendment note: Correction on title.
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