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PBS Velka Bites Celebrates 75 Years and Unveils TJ200 Jet Engine at MSV 2025 in Brno

PBS Velka Bites Celebrates 75 Years and Unveils TJ200 Jet Engine at MSV 2025 in Brno
PBS GROUP is set to showcase its latest technological advancement, the PBS TJ200 jet engine, at the International Engineering Fair (MSV) in Brno from October 7 to 10, 2025. This unveiling coincides with the 75th anniversary of the company’s Velka Bites plant, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s history characterized by sustained growth and innovation.
The TJ200: A New Benchmark in Jet Engine Technology
The centerpiece of PBS Velka Bites’ exhibition at MSV 2025 will be the public debut of the TJ200, the most powerful engine the company has developed to date. Engineered primarily for unmanned aerial vehicles, guided missiles, and defense applications, the TJ200 distinguishes itself through a high power-to-weight ratio, low fuel consumption, and a compact design. Milan Macholán, CEO of PBS Velka Bites, emphasized the global interest in the engine, noting its potential to transform airspace defense capabilities.
To accommodate increasing demand, PBS is investing substantially in its Velka Bites facility. This includes the construction of a new production hall valued at nearly one billion Czech crowns and the acquisition of advanced CNC machinery. The company projects a more than 200 percent increase in jet engine production in 2025 compared to the previous year.
Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Expansion
PBS is also advancing its innovation agenda through strategic collaborations, most notably with Pratt & Whitney. Together, they are developing a new generation of auxiliary power units (APUs) for military and civil aircraft. This partnership forms part of a broader Czech-American industrial cooperation, which has been bolstered by the Czech Republic’s acquisition of F-35 fighter jets. The collaboration is expected to generate approximately 100 new jobs at the Velka Bites site, which currently employs around 780 people, with plans to expand the workforce by over 200 positions.
The company highlights its commitment to long-term job security, competitive benefits, and an average salary of CZK 64,589, significantly above the national average. Macholán underscored the demand for technical professionals, engineers, and development specialists, attracted by the opportunity to contribute to internationally significant projects and to reinforce PBS’s standing as a global leader in high-tech aviation.
Navigating Global Competition and Expanding International Presence
Despite these advances, PBS faces intensifying competition on the global stage. Recent investments by South Korea in military jet engine development signal a new era of technological rivalry, particularly within the defense sector. Industry analysts are closely monitoring how the TJ200’s advanced capabilities will influence market dynamics and prompt competitors to accelerate their propulsion technology programs.
PBS is simultaneously expanding its international footprint. In April 2025, the company inaugurated a new plant in Roswell, Georgia, where serial production of the TJ40 and TJ80 engines commenced in September. Investments in the U.S. facility are projected to reach up to $110 million.
With significant investments both domestically and abroad, ongoing innovation initiatives, and steady employment growth, PBS Velka Bites is solidifying its position as a key player in the global aviation industry. The company continues to serve as a major regional employer while supporting NATO and allied defense efforts, alongside advancing civil aviation technologies.

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