Thompson Aero Seating hits £1 billion order book as growth takes flight

In a sharp turnaround from pandemic-era losses, Thompson Aero Seating has soared into profitability and secured an order book just shy of £1 billion—setting its sights on tripling revenue in just three years. With major global carriers on board and a new wave of premium seating products launching, the Portadown-based manufacturer is proving that innovation, delivery reliability, and operational discipline can power sustained growth in the high-stakes aviation interiors market.

The 47% rise in 2024 sales and the expansion of in-house testing capabilities signal a renewed focus on speed-to-market and execution excellence, two areas airlines increasingly demand in a post-Covid landscape where business-class cabins are critical to revenue and brand differentiation.

CEO Keith Anderson’s playbook is clear: scale smart, avoid past mistakes like over-committing, and build a reputation for both design leadership and dependable delivery. With eyes now on top-tier clients such as BA, Air France and American Airlines, Thompson is positioning itself as a nimble yet vital player in the global aviation supply chain.

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