Government confirms over £250m to support green aerospace projects

James Murray
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Latest R&D grants awarded, as Ministers confirm long term funding is to be made available for low carbon aviation projects through upcoming Industrial Strategy

The government has today announced over £250m is to be provided to cutting-edge green aerospace tech projects, under the upcoming Modern Industrial Strategy. Industry Minister Sarah Jones confirmed...

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