StandardAero, a global leader in aerospace engine aftermarket services, has commenced construction on a significant 70,000 sq. ft. expansion to its Winnipeg, Manitoba campus. This strategic investment, supported by a CAD $3 million contribution from the Manitoba provincial government, will substantially increase the facility’s maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capacity for key commercial and military turbofan engines.
The expansion is dedicated to the CF34-3/8 and CFM56-7B engine lines. The CF34-3/8 powers major regional jets like the Embraer E175, while the CFM56-7B is the engine for the Boeing 737 Next Generation family and its military derivatives, including the P-8A Poseidon. By growing the building’s footprint by 40%, StandardAero aims to drive faster turnaround times and meet rising global demand from both airline and defense customers.
“This investment reinforces our deep commitment to our CF34 and CFM56 customers worldwide,” said Russ Ford, Chairman & CEO of StandardAero. “We have built a 25-year reputation for excellence on these platforms, and this expansion ensures we continue to exceed expectations for decades to come.”
The project underscores StandardAero’s 114-year legacy in Winnipeg and its commitment to the local economy. The expansion will support the facility’s 1,500 highly skilled employees and is expected to come online in the second half of 2026. It will be equipped with state-of-the-art technology and processes to enhance operational performance.
“The volume of work represented by this new capacity is already largely secured through long-term contracts,” noted Peter Wheatley, Vice President & General Manager for the CF34/CFM56 programs. “This secures the future of our skilled workforce and strengthens our partnership with the community.”
Government and industry partners hailed the development. Manitoba’s Minister of Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation, the Honourable Jamie Moses, stated the partnership invests in the local workforce and builds a “globally leading aerospace sector.”
GE Aerospace, the maker of the CF34 engine, also welcomed the news. “StandardAero is a trusted, high-performing MRO provider,” said Vivek Kuppusamy, General Manager for Regional Engines at GE Aerospace. “This expansion highlights our shared commitment to a robust service network that offers customers greater choice and capacity to support surging travel demand.”
