en.Wedoany.com Report on Mar 21st, Ryanair has announced a £40 million investment at Prestwick Airport in Scotland to expand its maintenance facilities. This investment will fund the construction of a new heavy maintenance hangar spanning 11,938 square meters with four bays, along with a new component workshop. This expansion will increase the airport's operational bays from six to ten, making it Ryanair's largest heavy maintenance facility.

The expansion project is expected to support over 1,200 high-skilled engineering and mechanic jobs in Ayrshire, providing long-term employment and training opportunities. Ryanair CEO Eddie Wilson stated: "We are delighted to announce this further £40 million investment at Prestwick Airport, expanding our maintenance facility from six to ten bays and creating 450 new high-skilled jobs, including 60 apprentice positions.

"This state-of-the-art four-bay hangar and component workshop will be a key part of maintaining and supporting our fleet, helping us achieve our goal of growing our fleet to 800 aircraft and carrying 300 million passengers by 2034. Today's announcement builds on the £5 million investment and 500 jobs created at the Prestwick Training Academy in October 2024, collectively demonstrating Ryanair's commitment to developing Scotland's aviation talent."

Wilson added: "We thank the Scottish Government, UK Government, South Ayrshire Council, Scottish Enterprise, and Prestwick Airport for their support. Their partnership has been vital in developing Prestwick as a major hub for heavy maintenance and training." Scottish First Minister John Swinney said: "The Scottish Government's investment will support the creation of 450 skilled jobs at Prestwick, delivering positive economic impact for Ayrshire and beyond. Ryanair's decision to expand here is a strong endorsement of the local talent and expertise."