Advancing UK Aerospace, Defence, Security & Space Solutions Worldwide
  • Home
  • /
  • Aerospace
  • /
  • STG Aerospace appoints Martin Gaffney as Commercial Director

Aerospace

STG Aerospace appoints Martin Gaffney as Commercial Director

Cwmbran-headquartered Aircraft emergency exit marking and cabin lighting systems manufacturer STG Aerospace, has today announced the appointment of Martin Gaffney to head up its commercial division and lead the company’s expansion over the next five years.

Image courtesy STG Aerospace

STG has its state-of-the-art facility at its headquarters in South Wales and is complemented by international facilities in Miami and Hamburg, along with hubs throughout the world.

A long-standing, trusted player in aerospace emergency way-guidance established in 1995, STG Aerospace also designs and manufactures aerospace photoluminescent signage and interior LED cabin lighting systems to support passenger safety and improve the passenger experience. It has since become the lighting solutions provider of choice for hundreds of airlines and is also a supplier to aircraft OEMs, including Boeing and Embraer.

Advertisement
Gulfstream RT

The company provides full through life capability, with in-house expertise to support the whole process, from initial design to manufacturing and post-sale customer service and is key in influencing policy within the sector.

Martin’s appointment is part of an expansion programme that will provide all-round service to airlines, OEMs and aerospace interior designers on a global level, and bring skilled job opportunities to the local economy.

Upon his appointment, Martin said: “The objective is to drive double digit growth for the business in the next five years, expanding into new markets and broadening the range of products and systems we offer.

“But it’s also incredibly important to me that all our employees join us on the journey and what really struck me about STG was the passion, knowledge and commitment to aerospace safety, of everyone I met at the company.

“Our aircraft emergency exit marking systems are safety critical products and that means our products are contributing to saving lives, which is meaningful for me personally. That and joining a technical, exciting and entrepreneurial organisation.”

Grant Bennett, company CEO added: “The last 16 months have had a significant impact on the aerospace industry, for obvious reasons.

“As a business we were able to react, adapt and respond to the changes that were taking place. The focus now is very much on enhancing our position and capability within the market and driving new growth.

“We are delighted and excited to welcome Martin to the team. He joins us at a pivotal time for the business and the industry as a whole, and we’re extremely confident that the ambitious goals set are more than achievable with Martin joining our outstanding team.”

Advertisement
Leonardo RT

In a sector hard-hit by the pandemic, STG Aerospace is a local manufacturing success story, with a global reputation.

 

 

 

Advertisement
General Atomics LB
Siemens and NVIDIA team to drive AI in advanced manufacturing

Aerospace Defence Security

Siemens and NVIDIA team to drive AI in advanced manufacturing

2 July 2025

Siemens and NVIDIA are expanding their partnership to accelerate the next era of industrial AI and digitalisation, towards enabling the factory of the future.

Marshall completes sale of Slingsby Advanced Composites to Mangohojden AB

Aerospace Defence

Marshall completes sale of Slingsby Advanced Composites to Mangohojden AB

2 July 2025

Marshall has announced the completion of the sale of its subsidiary, Slingsby Advanced Composites Ltd., to Mangohojden AB, formerly known as Goldcup 101485 AB, a privately held Swedish company seeking to develop a group of specialist aerospace and defence businesses.

Manchester Airport to Mumbai route set to provide economic boost

Aerospace

Manchester Airport to Mumbai route set to provide economic boost

2 July 2025

A new route between Manchester Airport and Mumbai – India’s financial capital – will deliver an economic boost worth hundreds of millions to the North over the next three years, research out today reveals.

Aircraft order backlog hits record 16,073

Aerospace

Aircraft order backlog hits record 16,073

2 July 2025

Commercial aircraft orders increased by almost 900% in May 2025 compared to May 2024, pushing the total aircraft backlog to a record 16,073 – the first time it has ever exceeded 16,000, according to ADS.

Advertisement
DSEI 2025
Lucideon and MTC enter strategic partnership

Aerospace Defence

Lucideon and MTC enter strategic partnership

1 July 2025

Development and commercialisation organisation (DCO) specialising in advanced materials, Lucideon, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) to drive next-gen performance in advanced ceramics.

Teledyne FLIR OEM unveils brand and website update

Aerospace Defence Security

Teledyne FLIR OEM unveils brand and website update

1 July 2025

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, today announced the strategic evolution of the Teledyne FLIR OEM brand.

Advertisement
ODU RT