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PRESS RELEASE
Issued by: TIGHITCO Ladson SC

TIGHITCO Latin America announces new commercial agreement with Airbus Canada
Sunday, 15 June 2025

TIGHITCO, Inc., a leading provider of aerospace components and assemblies, is pleased to announce that their division, TIGHITCO Latin America, has executed a new commercial agreement with Airbus Canada Limited Partnership. This agreement will see TIGHITCO Latin America providing sheet metal fabrication and assemblies for the A220 aircraft.

The A220 is a clean sheet design, single-aisle aircraft bringing together state-of-the-art aerodynamics, advanced materials and latest-generation technologies and engines. With a range of up to 3,600 nautical miles and seating for up to 160 passengers, the A220 is a popular choice for airlines around the world. TIGHITCO Latin America's expertise in sheet metal fabrication and assemblies makes them an ideal partner for Airbus in meeting the demand for this innovative aircraft.

"We are thrilled to enter into this new commercial agreement with Airbus Canada," said Mark Withrow, CEO/President of TIGHITCO. "Our team in Chihuahua has a proven track record of delivering high-quality, reliable components and assemblies for the aerospace industry. We are confident that our partnership with Airbus will further strengthen our position as a leading supplier of sheet metal assemblies."

This new agreement is a testament to TIGHITCO Latin America's commitment to providing exceptional products and services to its customers. With its state-of-the-art facilities in Chihuahua and a highly skilled workforce, the company is well-equipped to meet the demands of the aerospace industry.

Humberto Santiago, VP/COO of TIGHITCO Latin America, shares his enthusiasm: “As one of our strategic plan initiatives, TIGHITCO continues to expand our footprint in the commercial aviation sector. This contract is a compliment to the current work scope we have on the A220 here in Chihuahua.”

Contact details from our directory:
TIGHITCO Ladson SC Non-Destructive Testing, Polymer Composites, Honeycomb Core Composites, Metal Bonding, Composite Structures, Aircraft Structural Components, Aramid-reinforced Composites, Silicon-reinforced Composites, Thermal Insulation, Cargo Systems, Composite Sandwich Panels, Metal & Alloy Fabrications, Cargo Liners, Cargo Containers, Composite Manufacturing Services
Airbus Canada Final Assembly
TIGHITCO Latin America Bending, Fabricating Services, Machining Services, Thermal Insulation, Forming, Metal Bonding, Hydraulic Forming, Stamping
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Airbus A220
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