Safran , a high-tech company operating in the aviation market, inaugurated a new plant in Chihuahua , with a direct investment of approximately seven million dollars. The ceremony was led by the state’s governor, María Eugenia Campos, and group executives.The project, located in the Supra Industrial Park , is part of the Safran Aerosystems campus and covers an area of 19,510 square meters (m²) and is equipped with assembly areas, a distribution center and administrative spaces, which will optimize Safran’s production and logistics.
“This facility not only expands our manufacturing capacity but also strengthens Chihuahua’s role within Safran Aerosystems’ global network. It allows us to scale production, improve response times, optimize regional logistics, and ensure the operational excellence our customers demand,” said Sébastien Weber, CEO of Safran Aerosystems.
Furthermore, this expansion is estimated to generate 229 new direct jobsover the next 18 months, along with 64 indirect jobs. Its operations will focus on the production of evacuation systems (60%) and seating components (30%).
“We are pleased to continue strengthening the partnership between Safran and Mexico, although we are aware of the challenges involved in meeting the milestones we have set for 2028, both in terms of job creation and production capacity,” said Alejandro Cardona, president of Safran Mexico.
As part of its environmental strategy, the company noted that the new plant features 1,154 solar panels , which will help prevent the emission of approximately 500 tons of carbon dioxide (CO₂) per year.
The company currently operates 12 plants in the state and employs more than eight thousand people , representing more than half of its workforce in the country.
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