Airbus and Safran have agreed to acquire Tikehau Capital’s stake in Aubert & Duval, with each company taking an equal share, subject to regulatory approval.
The move will give Airbus and Safran full ownership of the French metals specialist, which supplies advanced steel, titanium, aluminium and superalloys for the aerospace, defence, energy and healthcare sectors.
Since acquiring Aubert & Duval in 2023 alongside Tikehau Capital, the partners have overseen a major transformation of the business, strengthening its role in securing critical material supplies for Europe and supporting industry decarbonisation through initiatives such as titanium recycling.
The transaction will not affect the company’s operations, with Aubert & Duval continuing to operate independently and maintain its existing workforce and customer relationships.
