ZeroAvia's CEO, Val Miftakhov, announced plans to establish a Hydrogen Centre of Excellence and a manufacturing facility near Glasgow Airport in Scotland. The project, supported by Scottish Enterprise and the UK Government, aims to create 350 highly-skilled jobs. The manufacturing facility will focus on producing advanced high temperature PEM (HTPEM) fuel cell stacks and supporting systems in the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland. ZeroAvia's decision to set up this facility in Scotland was praised by Scottish minister John Swinney for contributing to efforts in tackling the climate emergency and growing the economy. The company's founder, Val Miftakhov, highlighted Scotland's aerospace and engineering skills, its burgeoning hydrogen sector, and clear aviation strategy as advantages for ZeroAvia. The project was made possible through various grants and investments, including a £9 million Regional Selective Assistance grant from Scottish Enterprise and support from equity investors. The UK Government has also provided funding to ZeroAvia to develop advanced fuel cell technology as part of their commitment to achieving net-zero by 2050. The project is seen as a major step towards sustainable aviation and a boost to Scotland's energy transition leadership.