Hamburg, Germany, and Patras, Greece - In a groundbreaking move that promises to reshape the aviation industry, AUTOFLUG GmbH, ALTHOM GmbH, and ALTHOM Engineering E.P.E. have sealed a comprehensive cooperation agreement today. The agreement solidifies their long-standing partnership and establishes a dedicated competence center in Patras, Greece, where the teams will collaborate on designing state-of-the-art safety seating systems for helicopters and the booming urban air mobility market. The ambitious collaboration also aims to leverage European research projects for developing groundbreaking safety features and integrating them into the next generation of safety seats.

Since their initial collaboration in 2019, AUTOFLUG and ALTHOM have been at the forefront of safety seat design. By expanding their capabilities to Greece, they can now tap into the rich pool of talent and resources in both countries, strengthening their position as leading European players. The agreement enables the partners to deliver top-notch technical documentation that adheres to international standards like S1000D, guaranteeing the highest quality in their offerings.

Alkiviadis Thomas, CEO of ALTHOM GROUP, shares his excitement about the partnership: "Our goal is to forge a long-term alliance and enhance the services and products provided by both companies by combining our strengths. Through this European nearshoring collaboration, we unlock synergies between industrial partners, establish European expertise, and bolster our competitive position in global markets. Together, we are poised to revolutionize the industry and capture a larger market share."

The agreement was officially inked at DEFEA, where Martin Kroell, Managing Partner of AUTOFLUG, expressed his anticipation for the future: "We are thrilled to expand our cooperation, seeing it as a remarkable opportunity to synergize our expertise. This partnership empowers us to develop cost-effective and timely products that will have a profound positive impact on the aviation industry. By effectively implementing ongoing and future projects, we position ourselves as a global force to be reckoned with."

With a shared commitment to innovation, both managing directors are resolute in their focus on developing pioneering products. This collaboration cements their position as the driving force behind industry advancements, assuring a bright future for the aviation sector.