Airbus announces 480 new jobs in North Wales
Firm says it is expanding manufacturing to meet global demand
Last updated 21st Sep 2026
480 jobs are set to be created at Airbus' Broughton site in North Wales.
The manufacturer has announced it plans to spend £150m converting its former A380 wing production facility into an A321 line.
Of the new jobs, 250 positions will be in the refurbished factory.
They join the 6,000 strong workforce in Broughton, signalling what Airbus has describes as its "long-term commitment to Wales" and reinforcing the UK’s position as a critical hub in the global aerospace industry.
Jerome Blandin, Head of Airbus Wing, said: “We aren't just talking about a ramp-up; we’re putting the infrastructure in place to support it.
"Around the world today, an A320 Family aircraft takes off or lands every two seconds, with wings designed and built in the UK.
"Investing in our capacity strengthens our industrial footprint, creates high value jobs that support the wider UK aerospace sector and ensures we remain competitive in the years to come.
“This investment is important for jobs, important for the region and important for our global ramp up towards rate 75.”
Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, Adam Price, said:
“Today’s announcement of 480 new jobs, with more to follow next year, is great news for North Wales and demonstrates Airbus’ long-term commitment to Wales.
“This announcement strongly supports our ambition to grow advanced manufacturing and re-industrialise Wales.”