Barnes Aerospace has finalised its acquisition of the East Hartford Operations (EHO) division of ATI Forged Products, part of ATI Inc. This move is aimed at strengthening Barnes Aerospace’s position across both commercial and defence aerospace markets and broadening the scope of products and services it can offer to customers globally.
The EHO facility, based in East Hartford, Connecticut, is strategically located near Barnes Aerospace’s East Granby operations and key long-standing clients. EHO has over 75 years of expertise in the machining of flight-safety-critical rotating components such as rotor hubs, rotorcraft elements and jet engine discs. It employs more than 80 highly skilled personnel, bringing valuable experience and capacity to Barnes Aerospace’s growing portfolio.
According to the company, the integration of EHO aligns with Barnes Aerospace’s growth priorities and will enhance its position in essential aerospace sectors while expanding its footprint within the defence industry. The acquisition is expected to boost capabilities in rotorcraft components, increase customer reach and deepen existing relationships with leading aerospace companies.
Barnes Aerospace highlighted that this acquisition reflects its strategy of investing in talent, technology and operational systems to meet evolving customer requirements and to position itself as a stronger player in aerospace and defence supply chains. By incorporating EHO’s expertise and established customer relationships, the company aims to improve its service offerings and scale its operations.
The transaction also demonstrates Barnes Aerospace’s focus on long-term growth and innovation in a rapidly changing aerospace landscape. With the addition of EHO, Barnes Aerospace intends to enhance its manufacturing capabilities, expand its product portfolio and reinforce its commitment to providing high-quality solutions to its global aerospace customer base.
