Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin announced at a ceremony attended by French President Emmanuel Macron and Safran Chairman Ross McInnes that the division will build a new facility in Feyzin near Lyon. Aircraft carbon brake disc factory.
The new plant will strengthen Safran's landing system capabilities, which is the group's expertise in landing and braking systems. The aircraft's carbon brake discs are currently produced at three Safran plants: a traditional plant located in Villepinne (near Lyon), a Safran global friction materials research center, Walton in the United States, Kentucky, and Sendayan in Malaysia.
Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin said, "Today we are very proud to announce the construction of this new plant. Thanks to innovative technologies, it will become a truly world-class production facility and set new standards for environmental friendliness. In Lyon Region, we enjoy one of France ’s most dynamic industrial ecosystems, and we will eventually add 200 new employees at the plant. "
Safran Landing Systems CEO Jean-Paul Alary added: "Safran's carbon brake discs have been used on more than 10,000 aircraft deployed by about 500 airlines worldwide. With the new plant in Feyzin, Safran Landing Will consolidate its world leading position in the field of carbon brake discs, and meet the growing demand for transportation around the world, driven by the continued growth of air. Our new plant will adopt innovative modular design, enabling it to Develop during the year based on market demand. "
The facility will use a full range of "Factory 4.0" technologies developed by Safran, which will significantly reduce energy and water consumption and increase the use of renewable energy. In addition to this new plant, the company has launched a major research and technology program in collaboration with laboratories, universities, and small businesses in the region with federal and local government support.