As this latest issue of ONE shows, Asia is a strategic region for Safran on more than one count. With business partnerships that reach back a century, production facilities first established 45 years ago and more than 4,500 employees and 48 sites in 9 countries, Safran’s extensive footprint in Asia is a springboard for our business development.
- Snapshots 3 min.
Meet the Safran people who are helping expand our reach in Asia.
- Program 3 min.
On September 29, 2022, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) was issued the Type Certificate for its C919 powered by the LEAP-1C propulsion system from Safran Aircraft Engines and Safran Nacelles. We meet the Safran teams mobilized to support COMAC ahead of service entry.
- RAMP-UP 4 min.
Safran Aircraft Engines has expanded its footprint in China and India for the LEAP production ramp-up. Today, more than 800 employees in Asia are pulling out all the stops to rise to the challenge.
- MAP 4 min.
Safran has been investing in Asia for a long time — and more recently to support the production ramp-up. From our hub in Suzhou, China, to our recently inaugurated factories in Hyderabad, India, here’s a brief tour of Safran’s operations and teams in the region.
- Space 3 min.
In August 2022, Captronic Systems, an Indian company renowned for its expertise in the defense, space and automotive industries, became part of Safran Data Systems. The acquisition is a great opportunity for both companies. Here’s why…
- Interview 5 min.
Managing Director of Safran Helicopter Engines Asia and Safran regional delegate for Southeast Asia, Valérie Patuel recently won the French magazine Usine 2022 women-in-industry award in the international category. She reflects on a career that has taken her all over Southeast Asia, where she believes our industry’s future lies.
- Introduction 5 min.
Digit is a new hub dedicated to Safran’s digital developments, with two centers in India. Aju Varghese, Head of IT & Digital in India and the entity’s Managing Director, gives us the details.
- At a glance 5 Min.
New facilities, anniversaries, projects and more — a lot’s happening in Asia. Here’s a brief roundup.
- Zoom 3 Min.
