Safran expands existing Charleston County operations

Safran – a leading provider of systems and equipment for aircraft, including the Boeing 787 Dreamliner – has expanded its Charleston County footprint by constructing a new facility adjacent to its existing operations. This $7 million expansion is expected to create 15 new jobs.

Operating in the Charleston area since 2008, Safran is the provider of landing and braking systems, propulsion components, electrical wiring and electronics and engineering services for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Safran is the worldwide leader in wiring solutions and landing and braking systems and ranked second worldwide in electrical power generation for aircraft.

Located in Suite 107 of 8351 Palmetto Commerce Parkway in Ladson, S.C., the company’s new facility supports the assembly of wiring and landing gear activities for the Dreamliner. With the new facility already operational, Safran’s wire harness inventory management, delivery and repair services will continue. Additionally, the company is also performing final assembly on the 787 landing gear to integrate wheel and brake system components.

“This growth demonstrates our long-term commitment to our customers. Through partnerships, organic growth and investment of $3 billion in the U.S. over the past few years in acquisitions and new facilities, Safran has gained new competencies to back our long-term strategy. As we approach nearly half a century of presence here, we will continue to create jobs and bring cutting-edge technologies to our U.S. customers,” President and CEO of Safran USA Peter Lengyel.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved a $100,000 Set Aside grant to Charleston County to assist with the costs of real property improvements.

“Since opening its first location in North Charleston, we have stood with Safran through multiple expansions, ensuring city services were rendered effectively and in a timely manner. We are happy to once again congratulate Safran on its growth and look forward to seeing the company’s advancing role in North Charleston’s dynamic economy,” said City of North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey.

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Safran is expanding its existing Charleston County operations.
• $7 million investment creating 15 new jobs.
• Safran is a provider of aerospace services to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, including the assembly of wiring and landing gear activities.
• Located in Suite 107 of 8351 Palmetto Commerce Parkway in Ladson, S.C., the new Charleston County facility is already operational.
• The company has operated in the Charleston area since 2008.

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