ALTEN announces the acquisition of Ayesa Air Control in Spain and Germany
The ALTEN Group, world leader in consulting and engineering technology, has been investing in the Spanish market since 2000 and is now strengthening its offering through the strategic acquisition of Ayesa Air Control. This alliance is a great opportunity to reinforce the Group’s presence in Spain and Germany and complete its positioning in aeronautics, defence, and space industries.
Founded in 2012, Ayesa Air Control is a joint venture between Ayesa and GSC. AAC provides engineering services throughout the entire lifecycle and strives for efficiency at every stage: from design through to delivery and O&M. Their services include specialisms such as adaptation of factories to produce new products, supporting the assembly line, delivery and flight line assistance, technological support throughout the operation, maintenance, and manufacturing stages.
ALTEN SPAIN, with more than 3,400 employees, operates in engineering, life sciences and IT services in 9 cities and provides full coverage to their customers. ALTEN operates in a wide range of sectors and works with major clients.
“Since its creation in 2011, AAC has quickly positioned itself as one of the leading aeronautical manufacturing engineering suppliers to customers such as Airbus. As part of our development strategy, we have decided to take a step forward that will open many doors and allow us to continue to grow and enhance our potential under the leadership of an international group.”
Carmen Clavijo, CEO AAC
“AAC and ALTEN have complementary strengths and values. We both share a common vision for strategy and organization. We are happy to combine our expertise with theirs. AAC is a big contributor to the development of the aeronautical sector always seeking out the highest standards in terms of quality using innovation and added value as tools to achieve the excellence and safety that the aeronautical sector demands.”
Claudia Arrigo, Managing Director Engineering (Southern Europe) ALTEN