GKN is a British multinational automotive and aerospace components company. The company operates in four business areas: GKN Aerospace, GKN Driveline, GKN Powder Metallurgy and GKN Automotive. They serve major companies in the automotive, aerospace, and off-highway industries globally.
Originally established in 1759, as a steel manufacturer in England
In 1902, the company was merged with other companies to form Guest, Keen and Nettlefolds (GKN)
In the 20th century, the company expanded rapidly and began producing components for the automotive and aerospace industries
In 2018, GKN was acquired by Melrose Industries
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GKN Driveline designs and manufactures driveline components and systems for the global automotive industry.
GKN Aerospace is a global engineering company that designs, manufactures and services aerospace components and systems.
GKN Powder Metallurgy is a global engineering and manufacturing company that produces complex metal components using powder metallurgy technology.
'GKN' stands for Guest, Keen and Nettlefolds, the names of the original companies that merged to form GKN in 1902.
GKN makes automotive components such as driveline systems, aerospace components such as aerostructures and engines, and complex metal components using powder metallurgy technology.
GKN is headquartered in Redditch, England, but has operations in over 30 countries around the world.
GKN's major customers include major automotive and aerospace companies such as Airbus, Boeing, Ford, and Volkswagen.
GKN was acquired by Melrose Industries in April 2018, after a protracted takeover battle.