Barnes Aerospace Announces Long-Term Agreement with Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Company
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December 9, 2025, Bristol, CT –(BUSINESS WIRE)–Barnes Aerospace, a premier provider for the full life-cycle supply and repair of complex aeroengine components from fan to exhaust, today announced a significant milestone in its collaboration with Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company. A long-term agreement has been signed for the production of critical case and housing components for the innovative GE Catalyst® engine at Barnes Aerospace’s Rzeszów, Poland, facility.
The GE Catalyst engine is designed for light- and medium-class aircraft and incorporates a range of technological innovations. This collaboration highlights Barnes Aerospace’s advanced capabilities in manufacturing and precision engineering for life-limited and fabricated parts, ensuring the highest quality and reliability standards.
“This agreement underscores our commitment to turboprop engine quality and strengthens our partnership with Barnes Aerospace,” said Margherita Bertinotti, Executive Sourcing Leader at Avio Aero. “This engine performance is suitable for various applications and represents a significant leap forward in the category.”
“We are excited to continue partnering with Avio Aero, leveraging our expertise to support the development of the GE Catalyst engine,” said George Whittier, CEO of Barnes Aerospace. “This agreement represents a significant step forward in our collaboration and our shared commitment to innovation.”
The agreement with Avio Aero is expected to drive innovation and strengthen the supply chain for the GE Catalyst engine in the region, reinforcing Barnes Aerospace’s position as a global leader in the aerospace industry.
About Avio Aero
Avio Aero, a part of GE Aerospace, is dedicated to designing and manufacturing advanced propulsion systems for the aviation industry. The GE Catalyst® engine represents a significant leap forward in turboprop technology, offering enhanced performance and efficiency for a new generation of aircraft.
About Barnes Aerospace
Barnes Aerospace is a premier provider for the full life-cycle supply and repair of complex aeroengine components from fan to exhaust. The Barnes global facility footprint offers responsive component repair and overhaul (CRO) services for both commercial and defense aeroengine platforms, providing high-value solutions to major OEMs, MROs, and airlines. In addition, Barnes manufactures critical engine components with leading precision machining, fabrication, and assembly capabilities, earning its reputation as a trusted supply chain partner to major OEMs. For more information, please visit www.barnesaero.com.
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