Aerospace and transportation systems product segment
For manufacturers and operators of aircraft and rail vehicles, Liebherr offers a comprehensive portfolio of system solutions and components that contribute to more sustainable transport, and supports its customers with a flexible and tailored service. Furthermore, Liebherr develops specific solutions for engine and satellite technology, as well as for commercial vehicles. Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS, based in Toulouse (France), is responsible for operational management and coordinates measures for business development and efficient service provision in the aerospace and transportation systems product segment.
Key system supplier of the aerospace industry
Liebherr has established itself as one of the world’s leading system suppliers in the aerospace industry. The product portfolio, which is aimed at customers in the civil and defence sectors, includes air-conditioning and thermal management systems, flight control and actuation systems, as well as landing gear and electronics. These are used on board many platforms: in long- and short-haul aircraft, regional and business jets, military aircraft and helicopters – customers include almost all renowned aircraft manufacturers. Liebherr-Aerospace provides comprehensive customer service based on a global network with repair and maintenance services, technical support, documentation and spare parts logistics.
Important supplier and equipment provider for rail transport and refrigerated logistics
With the Transportation Systems product area, Liebherr covers a wide range of highly integrated systems and components for manufacturers and operators of rail vehicles: Liebherr’s heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems, as well as passive and active hydraulic systems for braking, damping, axle control and levelling, are used in high-speed, long-distance and local trains, as well as in suburban and underground trains. In the commercial vehicle sector, together with the Krone Commercial Vehicle Group, Liebherr offers modular refrigeration technology for the transport of temperature-sensitive goods. And hydraulic dampers from Liebherr are also used on articulated buses. Liebherr can also rely on an extensive network of sales and service locations for transportation systems.
Aerospace and transportation systems production sites
Liebherr produces systems and components for the aerospace industry at four sites worldwide. Liebherr manufactures systems and components for the rail and commercial vehicle industry at three sites in Europe and Asia:
