Patria to supply composite assemblies for Airbus A350F cargo

Patria has signed an agreement with Airbus to supply composite component assemblies for the cargo hold of the new A350F aircraft, further strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two companies.

The production of the agreed components will take place at Patria’s Halli facility in Finland, with deliveries scheduled to commence in 2025. The contract is seen as an extension of the companies’ collaboration across multiple aerospace projects, underscoring Patria’s technical expertise in advanced composite manufacturing for the global aviation sector.

“Patria is honoured to supply composite component assemblies to Airbus. This contract marks an extension of the long-standing and broad partnership between the two companies across various projects, showcasing Patria’s capabilities in the international aerospace industry,” said Mikko Kilpeläinen, Vice President, Commercial and Business Development, Sustainment Solutions at Patria.

With more than a century of experience, Patria is a modern defence and technology company operating in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Latvia, and Japan. The company’s operations span protected mobility, defence and weapon systems, and sustainment solutions, supporting critical functions on land, sea, and air.

Patria is jointly owned by the State of Finland (50.1%) and Norway’s Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS (49.9%). The company also holds a 50% stake in Nammo, forming, along with its partners, a leading Nordic defence alliance.

The Airbus A350F is positioned as the next-generation freighter, designed for improved efficiency, capacity, and environmental performance, making Patria’s role in the supply chain a significant step in supporting future cargo aviation.