MAPAL at 75: Innovation and Resilience in Aerospace and Manufacturing
Explore how MAPAL, a leading aerospace and manufacturing company, is navigating challenges and celebrating 75 years of innovation with bold moves in technology and digitalization.
In this episode of the North West Aerospace Alliance News podcast, Emma and Daniel delve into the story of MAPAL as it marks its 75th anniversary. Facing a 6.3% sales drop in 2024, the company is adapting with strategic moves such as creating a new Global Organisation for Assembly (GOA) and integrating c-Com. MAPAL is also expanding its capabilities through the acquisition of X-Pro S.r.l. and investing in cutting-edge technologies like HNHX indexable inserts. The company's leadership, including President Dr. Jochen Kress and new CFO René Güntner, is steering it toward a future-focused approach, combining customer needs and innovation. Despite economic challenges, MAPAL remains committed to its workforce and is modernizing its Aalen site with a 4 million euro investment. This episode highlights how MAPAL continues to innovate and lead in aerospace and manufacturing, even as it celebrates a significant milestone.
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