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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

PBS Aerospace Plans Roswell, Georgia, Headquarters-Research Operations

02/09/2025
PBS Aerospace, a designer and manufacturer of small turbojet engines and auxiliary power units, plans to establish North American headquarters, manufacturing, and R&D operations in Roswell, Georgia. The up to $20 million project is expected to create at least 95 jobs.

The investment will include an existing, renovated building at 1350 North Meadow and a new facility that will be constructed at the Tech Village North Site. Operations are scheduled to begin in April 2025.

“PBS Group’s owner, William Didden, made the decision to establish Georgia as the location for our U.S. headquarters because of the successful foundation we have built in Atlanta through PBS Aerospace,” said Tomas Koutsky, Managing Director of PBS Aerospace. “Atlanta has proven to be an exceptional base for our operations, offering access to an excellent education system, skilled workforce, robust infrastructure, and a thriving business environment. The positive experiences and success in Atlanta have undoubtedly influenced our choice as they reflect Georgia’s ability to support our continued growth.”

Statewide Project Manager Haley Casola represented the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s (GDEcD) Global Commerce team on the project in partnership with the City of Roswell, Select Fulton, Metro Atlanta Chamber, Georgia Quick Start, the Georgia Center of Innovation, and Georgia Power.

“PBS Aerospace first landed in the U.S. through Georgia, so it’s incredibly exciting that the company has chosen to expand on its presence here to establish not only its North American headquarters but also its first manufacturing and R&D operations in the U.S.,” noted GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “Today’s news is the result of investing in our relationships at home and internationally, taking the time to ensure companies have a great experience working with the state at their existing locations and taking the initiative to meet with company leadership in-person to learn more about their plans for the future.”

PBS Aerospace Inc. is a subsidiary of PBS GROUP, an engineering holding company that delivers solutions across a portfolio of companies that focus on the aerospace, energy, and transportation industries.

“Metro Atlanta is where top talent meets opportunity. We are pleased to welcome PBS Aerospace as a vital part of our growing aerospace and defense ecosystem,” added Katie Kirkpatrick, President & CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber. “University graduates here have seamless access to thriving industries like aerospace – which is Georgia's No. 1 export and a $57.5 billion powerhouse industry in the state. This new presence will help fuel our regional economy and strengthen our local and global relationships.”

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