# FACC aerospace production expansion in Croatia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/facc-aerospace-production-expansion-in-croatia
> Updated: 2026-09-27T05:08:55.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Aerospace technology partner FACC has expanded its production facility in Jakovlje, Croatia, marking the company’s largest manufacturing site outside of Austria. The expansion follows a total investment of 36 million euros and has grown the workforce from 170 employees in 2022 to approximately 550 workers.

The facility aims to meet global demand from aircraft manufacturers such as Airbus and Boeing. Beyond increasing manufacturing capacity for composite components and automation, FACC is considering establishing a ‘center of excellence’ at the location. This center would focus on the research, development, and technological engineering of aircraft interiors, transitioning the site from traditional manufacturing to a role involving advanced R&D.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: FACC expands production in Croatia, considers new R&D center

FACC has expanded its production plant in Jakovlje, Croatia, and is considering establishing a center of excellence for aircraft interior development at the site.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/facc-expands-production-in-croatia-considers-new-rd-center

### 2026-09-21: FACC expands aerospace production facility in Jakovlje, Croatia

FACC has expanded its largest production facility outside Austria in Jakovlje, Croatia, investing 36 million euros to support growing global demand from Airbus and Boeing.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/facc-expands-aerospace-production-facility-in-jakovlje-croatia

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