LONGUEUIL, QC, Nov. 3, 2023
/CNW/ - Héroux-Devtek Inc. (TSX: HRX) ("Héroux-Devtek" or the
"Corporation"), a
leading international manufacturer of aerospace products
and the world's third-largest landing gear manufacturer, is
pleased to announce it has been awarded a contract by world leading
aero engine manufacturer ITP Aero. This agreement entails the
definition, manufacture, and validation of a nozzle actuator
technological demonstrator for the Next Generation Fighter Engine,
which will power the Next Generation Weapon System/Future Combat
Aircraft System (NGWS/FCAS). The contract, to be executed by
Héroux-Devtek's Spanish subsidiary COMPAÑÍA ESPAÑOLA DE SISTEMAS
AERONÁUTICOS, S.A.U. (CESA), spans a 27-month duration and
encompasses activities such as trade-offs, pioneering new
technologies for a nozzle actuator, and the production of several
demonstrator components, including both partial and complete
assemblies for testing on an engine test bench.
"We are proud to have been chosen by ITP Aero to spearhead the
development of these cutting-edge technologies. This contract
represents a significant milestone for Héroux-Devtek in
Spain as it confirms our
onboarding to the FCAS program. It also stands as a testament to
the enduring, successful partnership between CESA and ITP Aero,
which has thrived since our collaboration on the EJ200 for the
Eurofighter program. The FCAS Phase 1B project is not just a contract, it's an
opportunity to push the boundaries of aerospace technology and
contribute to the future of aviation. Our Spanish subsidiary is
eager to define the requirements and develop the advanced
technologies needed to create this revolutionary aircraft," said
Martin Brassard, President and CEO
of Héroux-Devtek.
Furthermore, this contract underscores a resounding recognition
of Héroux-Devtek's expertise in actuators. The end customers for
this program are the Ministries of Defence of France, Spain, and Germany, positioning this collaboration as a
cornerstone for the future of European Defence capabilities.
ABOUT HÉROUX-DEVTEK
Héroux-Devtek Inc. (TSX: HRX) is an international company specializing in the design,
development, manufacture, repair and overhaul of aircraft
landing gear, hydraulic and electromechanical actuators, custom
ball screws and fracture-critical components for the Aerospace
market. The Corporation is the third-largest landing gear company
worldwide, supplying both the commercial and defence sectors.
Approximately 94% of the Corporation's sales are
outside of Canada,
including about 61% in the United States.
The Corporation's head office is located in Longueuil,
Québec with facilities in Canada,
the United States, the
United Kingdom and Spain.
SOURCE Héroux-Devtek Inc.