A key engineering contract supporting the Royal Navy in Somerset has been extended, securing jobs in Yeovil for another year. International services company Serco has been awarded a contract extension to continue providing Aircraft Engineering Support and Airfield Services at Royal Naval Air Stations (RNAS) Yeovilton and Culdrose until March 31, 2026.
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Initially awarded the contract in July 2020, Serco's continued role ensures vital support for the Royal Navy’s operations. Doug Umbers, Managing Director of Serco’s Defence business, expressed his satisfaction with the extension: “Our teams at RNAS Culdrose and Yeovilton make a real impact by providing critical engineering support to help keep the Royal Navy flying 365 days a year, and we are delighted to have had this contract extended by a further 12 months.”
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The extension secures the employment of nearly 100 people across the two bases, including 22 apprentices. Over the past four years, 20 individuals have successfully completed their apprenticeships with Serco, and the company plans to recruit an additional 10 apprentices, who will begin their roles in January 2025.