Airbus to Build Next-Gen Wing Factory in Broughton, Flintshire

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Airbus to Build Next-Gen Wing Factory in Broughton, Flintshire

By Oliver Ashworth

Published 11 May 2026 · 2 MIN READ

Airbus to Build Next-Gen Wing Factory in Broughton, Flintshire

Airbus is expanding its UK footprint with a new state-of-the-art facility dedicated to manufacturing ultra-efficient wings for its next generation of narrow-body aircraft.

Oliver Ashworth

Oliver Ashworth is a senior correspondent at The Prime, covering UK policy, markets, and global affairs from London.

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