Solvay to Develop Solutions for Sustainable Aviation
Solvay, a global market leader in composite and polymer materials, has signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement with Ascendance Flight Technologies, a pioneering aviation startup located in Toulouse, France.
As part of this agreement, Solvay, Ascendance Flight Technologies and Airborne will collaborate on strategic innovation and the acceleration toward sustainable aviation solutions.
By leveraging the synergy of their combined expertise in advanced materials and aircraft engineering, the partnership will accelerate the development and implementation of cutting edge technologies in the aviation industry.
“As the world continues to address the challenges posed by climate change, the aviation sector faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact,” explained Gérald Perrin, EMEA Business Manager for Solvay.
“We are delighted to combine our strengths and resources with Ascendance Flight Technologies in our joint pursuit to create a spearheading force for positive change in the aviation industry.”
Delivering significant breakthrough solutions through close collaboration is the focus of Solvay’s role under the collaboration agreement.
These key areas include advanced composite material, structural adhesives and polymers to achieve superior performance, durability and lightweighting for enhanced safety, efficiency, and sustainability of future aircraft, as well as sustainability solutions integrating Solvay’s products into ascendance flight technologies sustainable aviation platforms to help minimize their carbon footprint and environmental impact.
