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Indra Groups New Radar Manufacturing Plant in Olathe, Kansas: A Boost for U.S. Airspace System and Local Economy

Indra Group, a significant player in aviation technology, has announced a new radar manufacturing facility in Olathe, Kansas, investing $7.5 million in a 25,000 square foot space at the Great Plains Commerce Center. This move aligns with two massive Federal Aviation Administration contracts worth $342 million and $244.3 million for upgrading the nations airspace system. The plant will produce next-generation air traffic surveillance radars, creating over 140 high-tech jobs and strengthening the U.S. supply chain. Local leaders, including Governor Laura Kelly and Indras CEO, have praised the project, highlighting its potential to boost Kansas jobs and tech transfer. The announcement follows a series of visits between Kansas officials and Indra executives in Spain, with construction already underway. This development further solidifies Kansas position as an aerospace powerhouse.

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