During her visit to Cwmbran, Princess Anne opened a new facility for Safran Seats, showcasing their commitment to innovation in aircraft seating.
Cwmbran: The Princess Royal just dropped by the newly expanded Safran Seats facility, and it was quite the event! She opened the new space that’s all about creating next-gen aircraft seating.
Safran Seats is a big deal in the aviation world, employing over 1,400 folks in Cwmbran and Newport. They design and make premium seating for major airlines, so you know they’re serious about comfort.
When Princess Anne arrived, she was welcomed by Marie-Odile Descous, the executive vice president. They took a tour of the place, checking out the high-tech production systems for first and business-class seats.
It was a great chance for the princess to meet everyone, from fresh graduates to long-time employees. She even got to see the new workspace that will house more than 80 staff members in engineering and program management.
Safran Seats has been growing like crazy, with a 25% increase in their workforce this year alone. This expansion shows they’re committed to innovation and keeping a skilled team in Wales.
With over a million seats already in use by major airlines, Safran Seats is recognized as a top supplier in the industry. They’re always looking for new ways to improve passenger experiences and adapt to market needs.
And let’s not forget about their customisation options! Each seat concept goes through tough testing to ensure it’s reliable and ready for the skies.