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. "This merger is a decisive move to consolidate the leading positions in each of our business segments to provide customers with an expanded portfolio of integrated landing systems, associated equipment and services," said Yves Lecl