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From East

From East

The East Midlands is home to one of the largest clusters of aerospace world – systems designed and manufactured here are in the most advanced aircraft. The region has about 15% of the UK aerospace industry for value and employment, with 25,000 workers. R & D spending in aerospace in the region ranges between 260 pounds and £ 300 million a year in the region is home to some of the major high-tech companies worldwide, including Alstom and Thales addition to the headquarters of Rolls-Royce and main manufacturing plant.

Aerospace industry

The East Midlands aerospace supply chain comprises about 400 companies employing 45,000 people.

Rolls-Royce

Perhaps the biggest name in industry Rolls-Royce is regional, the iconic company in the United Kingdom and the world's largest aircraft engine has its headquarters and manufacturing facilities jet engine here. Rolls Royce offers the widest range of engines for the aviation industry, with over 600 airlines (including nine of the top ten world) rely on Rolls-Royce power. The company is known for demanding the highest level of skills available – for example, Rolls-Royce invests around £ 800 million Years of research and development projects to improve its product portfolio, increase efficiency and improve environmental performance.

In recent 20 years, Rolls-Royce has established a global network of 28 Centres of the University of Technology (UTCs), 19 in the UK. Each UTC address a key technology and collectively address a wide range of engineering disciplines, combustion noise and aerodynamics and manufacturing technology.

Others key players

Other major companies in the East Midlands of England are Alstom, SPS Technologies, Thales, BAE Systems, Greene Tweed. Together, create a regional focus on propulsion systems, onboard systems, engineering and consulting.

Advanced materials

Another important strength in the region is a specialist in metals and materials, with companies based here providing innovative resources around the world. The Advanced Composites Group, for example, is a leader in composite materials – widely used in the aerospace sector – with its high performance, durable products.

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Barack Obama Dashboard Doll - Playing Ukulele / 4 Tall


Barack Obama Dashboard Doll – Playing Ukulele / 4 Tall


$5.99



HAWAII SURF SHACK 11 OZ GIFT BOXED MUG


HAWAII SURF SHACK 11 OZ GIFT BOXED MUG


$6.99



Mark Roberts Halloween VILLANOUS Witch From the East


Mark Roberts Halloween VILLANOUS Witch From the East


$79.99


MARK ROBERTS Halloween VILLANOUS WITCH FROM THE East 13″ new 2010. Mark Roberts pieces are handcrafted and painted by skilled artisans. Each Fairy is wired to allow changing the pose. The fairy has a clear cord to use it as an ornament or pose it as if it were flying. All Fairies are numbered and come boxed with a certificate of authenticity. Mint in the original box…

Just Another Band from East L.A.: A Collection


Just Another Band from East L.A.: A Collection


$10.61


This 43-track anthology commemorates Los Lobos’s 20th anniversary. Included are live performances, rarities and contributions to soundtrack and tribute albums.No Track Information AvailableMedia Type: CDArtist: LOS LOBOSTitle: COLLECTION-JUST ANOTHER BANDStreet Release Date: 08/31/1993…

Greatest Hits: Postcards From East Oceanside


Greatest Hits: Postcards From East Oceanside


$4.35


No Description AvailableNo Track Information AvailableMedia Type: CDArtist: COLE,PAULATitle: GREATEST HITS-POSTCARDS FROM EAST OCEANStreet Release Date: 06/20/2006…
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