Airbus SE is a European aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and supports commercial aircraft, helicopters, and defense and space systems. With major engineering, manufacturing, and final-assembly sites across Europe and a global supplier base, the company serves airlines, governments, and operators worldwide.
Airbus is a significant user of advanced materials and chemical processes, including carbon-fiber reinforced polymers, high-performance resins, structural adhesives, sealants, corrosion protection solutions, and specialized coatings for durability and weight reduction. Its programs require stringent aerospace qualifications, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance (e.g., REACH), driving close collaboration with chemical suppliers on material performance, traceability, and environmental standards. The company’s manufacturing and maintenance activities depend on surface treatment, cleaning, and finishing chemistries, as well as thermal and fire-protection materials. Airbus also pursues efficiency and sustainability in production and fleets, supporting lighter structures, improved manufacturability, waste reduction, and lower lifecycle emissions through materials innovation and process optimization.