She said: “It is also a vote of confidence in Scotland’s workforce, and our support for this expansion clearly demonstrates our commitment to build on the strengths of our advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors, as well as stressing the importance of the aerospace sector.”
UK minister Melanie Ward said the UK government has also invested £32m in the Ayrshire growth deal to deliver a long-term future for Prestwick Airport.
Reuben Aitken from Scottish Enterprise said the investment builds on “decades of engineering expertise at Prestwick and the site’s role within its global operations”.
GE Aerospace designs and builds engines and technology for passenger, military and private aircraft.
The US company also has bases in Cardiff and Hounslow.
In 2025, GE Aerospace also announced a £14.2m investment at its Wales site over three years, to improve infrastructure there.