Employment within the aerospace sector on the Island is up by six per cent compared to a year ago.
21 businesses on the Island employ 881 engineers and support staff – that’s 38 per cent more than when the cluster was launched in 2006.
Manufacturing is one of government’s key priorities in its Vision2020 strategy with £1 million being spent on a new engineering training centre.
Economic Development Minister John Shimmin says it’s positive news for the Island:
Airport figures up for April, but not overall this year
Ronaldsway Airport says it saw more passengers this April than it did last year - but total numbers for the year still trail 2025's totals.
Manx Care working to improve service for neurodivergent people
Health Minister Claire Christian says she's working with Manx Care to improve the Island's care for those with neurodivergent conditions.
Road blocked because of fire at Peel Golf Club
Police say the Douglas Road in Peel is closed while firefighters tackle a fire on Peel Golf Course.
Solar panel work at NSC starts this week
Manx Utilities says it'll start inspections at the Island's largest sports facility this week as it plans how to install solar panels.
Senior advocates in line for £40 an hour pay rise
Advocates will be getting a pay rise under new regulations to be laid before Tynwald in June.
Castletown rates have gone down despite higher bills, says chairman
Castletown commissioners chairman Tony Brown says the local authority has reduced its rates - despite bills rising.
Too early to say when Northern reuse facility will reopen
The Department of Infrastructure says it's working with the northern tip's contractor to set a date for its reuse site reopening.
Lifeboat crew's tribute to Australian rescuers after tragedy
Peel's lifeboat crew has paid tribute to rescuers who lost their lives in Australia.
