Aeronautics Industry: SAFRAN Tunisia Prepares for New Expansion Phase

Tunisia's Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, has affirmed his department's commitment to supporting SAFRAN Tunisie's strategic expansion. The government and investment bodies will provide necessary assistance for the company's growth plans over the coming years.

Abdelhafidh met with Walid El Ghoz, Director Africa and Middle East for International Development and Institutional Relations at the French group SAFRAN, and Mehdi Challougui, SAFRAN Tunisie's General Manager. He praised the company's strategic program for the next three years, highlighting the Tunisian government's strong interest and support for investments in promising, high-tech sectors like aeronautical component manufacturing.

During the meeting, SAFRAN Tunisie officials presented the evolution of their operations in Tunisia and outlined their strategic orientations and action plans for the 2027-2030 period. The company currently operates three production sites located in Soliman, Grombalia, and Dhahri.

SAFRAN Tunisie is a significant employer, with approximately 3,300 staff, including nearly 900 engineers, technical managers, and executives. The company manufactures a range of components and equipment for the aerospace industry, such as aircraft seats, interior and exterior lighting cables, and ventilation systems. It serves as a major supplier to over 200 clients across 30 countries worldwide.