Messier-Bugatti, Messier-Dowty and Messier Services merge

Safran announced the merger of subsidiaries Messier-Bugatti, Messier-Dowty and Messier Services to form Messier-Bugatti-Dowty, a leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. The new company will be headed by Alain Sauret, the current Chairman and CEO of Messier-Bugatti. Gilles Bouctot, the current CEO of Messier-Dowty, will be Chief Operating Officer. The new organisation comprises four operational divisions: Landing Gear and Systems Integration, Wheels and Brakes, Systems Equipment and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul.