Gulfstream’s wing production facility in Savannah, Georgia, churned out its 1,000th wing in December. [Credit: Jack Daleo]
Key Takeaways:
Gulfstream is a dominant and growing presence in Savannah, Georgia, serving as the city's largest private employer and Georgia's largest manufacturer, with plans for continued expansion in its home base.
The company is rapidly expanding its global product line, introducing multiple new jet models (like the G300) and forecasting 150 worldwide deliveries in 2025, solidifying its global brand.
Gulfstream is making significant investments ($620 million over 10 years in customer support alone) in both manufacturing and customer service infrastructure globally and in Savannah, alongside personnel training, to support its expanding fleet and operations.
SAVANNAH, Georgia—Here outside Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (KSAV), it’s Gulfstream Aerospace as far as the eye can see.
When Mark Burns joined Gulfstream as an engineer in 1983, the company had about 100 employees. The G-IV—which would go on to become one of the world’s most popular business jets—had only just been conceived.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
