Safran Sees Titanium Supply Issue As Solved

The French company started 2021 under new leadership.
Credit: Safran
LYON—Safran has found titanium suppliers to replace Russia’s VSMPO and sourcing the critical metal for engine manufacturing is no longer a problem, according to CEO Olivier Andries. Titanium is so crucial to Europe’s aerospace industry that it is not subject to EU sanctions. Nevertheless, the...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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