Safran to build 280 million euro landing gear plant in Morocco

Safran Landing Systems signed a deal with the Government of Morocco MA on February 13, 2026, to construct a landing gear factory near Casablanca valued at €280 million. The signing ceremony was chaired by King Mohammed VI, signaling high-level state involvement in the industrial expansion. This new facility is dedicated to supplying components for the Airbus SE AIR.PA A320 family, ensuring the supply chain can meet the current production pace of these aircraft.

The investment by the French aerospace group Safran S.A. SAF.PA is also intended to prepare for the arrival of next-generation short and medium-haul aircraft. During the proceedings, which included Ross McIness, the parties emphasized the importance of this facility in bolstering production capacity. The project represents a significant industrial commitment between France FR and Morocco, aimed at strengthening the aerospace sector's infrastructure.