About Us Home / About Us Portsmouth Aviation prides itself on its engineering excellence; from design to production, we will be by your side every step of the way. With decades of experience as a trusted engineering solutions provider and business partner, our services have stood the test of time. Portsmouth Aviation started in 1929 as an air ferry innovator, evolving to aerospace manufacturers in the 1940’s, to the leading engineering experts we are today. We are a family-owned business and have been serving our clients for over 90 years. Although our focus and expertise have evolved, our ability to deliver cost-effective engineering, manufacturing solutions and manifesting a sense of community and belonging, has remained the same. We have a highly skilled team of professionals who are passionate and motivated to achieve. We encourage our employees to learn, grow and progress, which in turn builds a creative and innovative workforce. At Portsmouth Aviation, we understand the commercial pressures faced by most businesses. There is always the expectation to do more with less, to find and exploit new efficiencies, and to operate according to increasingly tight schedules. Our focus on our customers’ immediate needs has allowed us to position ourselves as the business partner that improves your products and services, delivers on time and provides a cost-effective and complete solution to your manufacturing challenges and new product introduction. About Us Careers and Vacancies Case Studies Downloads Our History Corporate Responsibility Refreshingly straightforward approach to working relationships and a pool of expert, experienced professionals. We have made a concerted effort to ensure that the entire manufacturing process – from design to production – is completed in-house. This allows us to provide our clients and partners with a comprehensive solution for their manufacturing needs and minimises the time required to complete a project. As well as reducing costs and eradicating inaccuracies and errors in production. From our cutting-edge CAD design capability to our purpose-built test facilities, we manage every step of the process, including manufacturing. Our experienced team of engineers has an established track record of delivering high-quality solutions across the full spectrum of manufacturing methods. ACCREDITATIONS Portsmouth Aviation – Business, partner, employer At Portsmouth Aviation, we recognise that we’re more than just a business – we’re a partner to a diverse array of organisations national and international, as well an important employer in the local community. We don’t shy away from these responsibilities. We’ve invested heavily in building a workplace culture that prioritises creative relationships with our customers and partners. At the heart of this practice is an emphasis on close communication, mutual respect and an innovative approach to problem-solving. We understand that many businesses rely heavily on our ability to on time and to precise specifications. We always aim to meet these expectations and fulfil our obligations. We want our employees to know that there’s a future with us. We’ve devoted considerable resources to building a well-skilled and motivated workforce. As a family-owned business, we’ve always attempted to foster a sense of community and belonging. Approximately 10% of our staff are in funded full-time education and we take on three or four new apprentices each year. Over the last few years, the business has repeatedly made it through to the regional finals for PETA’s Apprentice of the Year. Our £100,000 annual training and development budget is used to support our 200 employees and facilitate their personal and professional development. Of course, we benefit from this approach too. An organisation that encourages its employees to learn, grow and progress reaps the benefits of a more creative and innovative workforce. Meet The Team Simon Escott Managing Director Chris Webb Technical Director Andy Bowles Supply Chain Director Andy Hall – In Memoriam. Find Out About Us Discover more about us and our history. Get in Touch How we can support your next project? How can we help? Get In Touch Precision Engineering Services Technical Services Environmental Solutions Packaging Solutions Case Studies About Us Downloads Careers and Vacancies Contact Us Terms of Service Privacy Policy Cookie Policy Portsmouth Aviation Ltd Airport Service Rd Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 5PF Tel: +44 (023) 9266 2251 Email: customerservices@portav.com VAT No: GB 107 5297 70 Company Number: 238470 Web hosting by Serenity Digital Images by Nicola Baker