CFS Aero, a leading independent aerospace engineering company, officially opened its new Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Test Cell on Wednesday 10 December.

With an opening ceremony conducted by Cllr Naveen Tangri, Chairman of Warwick District Council.

CFS Aero, which relocated to Warwick after its former site at Coventry Airport was earmarked for demolition, has become a valued part of the district’s growing high-technology and engineering community. The company expressed its gratitude to Warwick District Council for the practical support and guidance it provided during the relocation process, which helped secure skilled jobs and technical capability for the region.

The new APU Test Cell represents a major investment in the company’s future and in Warwick’s reputation for advanced engineering. It features the latest digital monitoring systems, allowing engineers to view live performance data and conduct remote test observations from anywhere in the world. Its design also promotes efficiency and cleanliness, with a modern “plug-and-play” setup that allows preparation work to take place outside the test area in a controlled environment.
The project has also been made possible thanks to the support of the AMSCI Scheme, administered by Frontier Development Capital, who were established by Finance Birmingham and funded to help innovative British manufacturers grow and compete internationally.

CFS Aero currently employs 35 people at its Warwick facility and plans to double its workforce over the next four years as demand for its specialist services continues to increase.

Gareth Sheridan, CFS Aero’s Director responsible for APU operations, commented:

“We’re proud to be investing in Warwick and to be part of its dynamic manufacturing sector. The new APU Test Cell will help us expand into new markets, create more local jobs, and continue delivering the quality and reliability that CFS Aero is known for.”

Councillor Naveen Tangri, Chairman of Warwick District Council added:

“From the Council’s perspective it is extremely rewarding that following our assistance with their relocation from Coventry Airport CFS Aero has put down firm roots in Warwick District and continues to thrive. In addition, their participation in the UKSPF funded Warwickshire Manufacturing Growth Programme is enabling them to bring even more skilled employment opportunities to our area. We want to offer our congratulations for everything they have achieved and look forward to their future success.”

The opening of the new APU Test Cell marked an important step in CFS Aero’s continuing growth and reinforces Warwick’s standing as a hub for advanced engineering and innovation in the UK.