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Astronics Corporation announces acquisition of Bühler Motor Aviation

13/10/2025

Press releaseIssued by Bühler Motor Aviation GmbH (was Dornier Technologie).

Astronics Corporation, a leading provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries, announced today that it has acquired Bühler Motor Aviation (BMA) from Bühler Motor Group in an all cash transaction. Located in Uhldingen-Mühlhofen, Germany, BMA is an established manufacturer of aircraft seat actuation systems with a broad product portfolio that includes actuators, electronics, control panels, pneumatic systems, and lighting.

Peter Gundermann, President and Chief Executive Officer of Astronics Corporation, said “BMA is an ideal tuck in to complement our current aircraft seat actuation solutions and brings additional engineering expertise, innovative technologies, and strong customer relationships. We are excited to have BMA work with our PGA subsidiary and expect their cooperative pursuits will provide best-in-class solutions and innovation for our customers. The addition of BMA furthers Astronics' commitment to this niche application of motion control in commercial aerospace.”

BMA’s anticipated annual revenue for 2026 is $22 million at current exchange rates.

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