FDH Aero secures multi-year fastener agreement for A350

Under its first direct Airbus contract, FDH Aero will partner with Harbin Hafei Airbus Composite Manufacturing Centre to supply fasteners for the A350’s composite tail section.

FDH Aero has signed a multi-year agreement with Harbin Hafei Airbus Composite Manufacturing Centre (HHACMC) to supply a package of high-performance fasteners supporting the Airbus A350 composite tail section.

HHACMC, a joint venture between Airbus and Chinese partners led by Harbin Aircraft Industry Group (HAIG), produces composite components for Airbus aircraft including the A350. The agreement marks FDH Aero APAC’s first direct Airbus contract, expanding the company’s role within Airbus’s global supply chain network and strengthening its position as a trusted partner for next-generation airframe programs.

Under the three-year agreement, with a two-year optional extension, FDH Aero will deliver a comprehensive range of fastening solutions designed for the A350’s composite tail structure.

“Securing this agreement underscores our commitment to the Asia-Pacific region and our continued investment in advanced product lines that support composite and main airframe programs,” says Cody Ho, Managing Director, FDH Aero APAC. “As Airbus continues to develop the A350 program, FDH Aero is fully prepared to support the platform's success through its work with HHACMC.”

Pierre Jacquet Francillon, Head of Procurement and Supply Chain at HHACMC, adds: “We are pleased to establish this new partnership with FDH Aero. Their technical capabilities and reliable support network will add significant value to our composite manufacturing operations.”

The Airbus A350’s composite tail section highlights the aircraft’s lightweight design and efficiency. HHACMC plays a key role in manufacturing major components such as the rudder, elevator and belly fairing.