GKN Aerospace and Anduril UK partner on future UK UAV capabilities
Evidence notes
- The team initially targets the British Army’s Project NYX uncrewed rotorcraft requirement and the UK Land Autonomous Collaborative Platform programme.
- GKN leads structural design and integration using composite aerostructures and electrical-wiring expertise, with much of the work planned for its Cowes facility after a £10 million site investment.
- Archer contributes eVTOL and rotorcraft technology, while the programme could create more than 100 skilled roles at Cowes if contract work proceeds.
Company context
GKN Aerospace is a tier-one aerospace supplier focused on airframe structures, engine structures, landing gear, electrical interconnection systems, transparencies and aftermarket services. Its manufacturing footprint spans civil and defence aerospace platforms.