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A land of aeronautical excellence at the heart of Europe
In Pays de la Loire, aeronautics is more than just a business sector: it’s a strategic economic pillar, driving innovation, know-how and opportunities. With almost 29,000 jobs in 285 establishments, the region is the 4th largest aeronautical region in France, accounting for 7% of the national workforce.
The 6 Airbus Atlantic sites in the Loire-Atlantique region are major players in the global industry, illustrating how international prime contractors have established a foothold in the region. Around them, a dense network of agile and specialised subcontractors – such as Daher, Parker Meggitt and Howmet Fixations Simmonds – guarantees responsiveness and high-level expertise throughout the value chain.
The region also enjoys a strong trade surplus, with aeronautical exports of nearly €3 billion in 2024, mainly to Germany and the United States – tangible proof of its competitiveness on a global scale.
Thanks to a strong industrial dynamic, a skilled workforce and structuring international partnerships, the Pays de la Loire region offers an efficient and welcoming ecosystem for any investor wishing to set up at the heart of tomorrow’s European aeronautics industry.
Mapping the players in the aeronautics sector in Pays de la Loire
Explore the aeronautics sector in Atlantic France at a glance
Looking for a clear, structured overview of the regional aeronautics industry? Download our industry fact sheet and access all the essential data you need to understand this strategic sector in Pays de la Loire in just a few clicks.
In this document you will find :
- Key figures to situate the sector on a regional and national scale
- A zoom on the sectors of activity represented
- An overview of the industrial ecosystem and its key players
- Data on foreign trade and international flows
- An analysis of the challenges and prospects for the coming years
An essential tool for any economic player or investor wishing to set up or develop a business in the region.