Safran Power Units plans to double capacity at its Grand Prairie, TX, facility and create a new assembly line for TR40 turbojet engines used in the naval strike missile. The additional capacity will come onstream in 2028.
The Grand Prairie facility produces turbojet engines for missiles and drones. Safran cited growing equipment demand as the reason for the expansion and said there is scope for more expansion.
Olivier Andriès, CEO of Safran commented: “This increase in capacity demonstrates Safran’s deep-rooted partnership with the United States and our dedication as a trusted supplier to the American defense sector. By investing in advanced technologies and local talent, we are strengthening the resilience of critical supply chains. Demand for our TR40 turbojet engine family has quadrupled in recent years and we see significant opportunities for future applications. By launching a new assembly line at our Texas site, we are meeting the accelerating demand of our strategic customers.”
The TR40 family serves anti-ship missile applications. Safran reports more than 1,200 units delivered worldwide and more than 20 years of commercial and operational use. The company identifies the TR40 as Safran Power Units’ best-selling engine.
Safran Power Units has operated in Texas since 1989. It already supplies locally assembled engines for Kratos BQM-167 and BQM-177 aerial targets. The company also supplies auxiliary power units for the T-45 Goshawk jet trainer.
Safran Power Units reports 60 years of experience producing engines that power missiles used by the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps.
Source: Safran
About Safran Group
Safran is an aerospace, defense, and space technology company headquartered in Paris, France. The company was formed in 2005 through the merger of Snecma and Sagem. Safran designs and manufactures aircraft engines and propulsion systems for commercial and military use. Its portfolio also includes landing gear, braking systems, avionics, and equipment for defense and space programs. The company serves airlines, aircraft manufacturers, defense organizations, and space agencies worldwide. Safran provides manufacturing, systems integration, maintenance, and technical support across its businesses. Its operations span Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. Safran supports civil aviation, military aviation, and space applications through supply and service programs. The company employs about 100,000 people globally.
