Figeac Aero acquires Bodycote Sud-Ouest to ease surface-treatment bottleneck

Figeac Aero, a European aeronautical parts maker, is acquiring Bodycote Sud-Ouest to bring surface treatment in-house, addressing a key bottleneck in its production ramp-up. The move is part of a broader investment strategy as CEO Jean-Claude Maillard prepares to sell the company by 2028. The acquisition signals confidence in aerospace demand but carries integration and execution risks.