# Safran and Albany International extend partnership on advanced composites to 2046

Safran Aircraft Engines and Albany International Corp. extended their partnership agreement to 2046, aiming to collaborate on next-generation engines and contribute to net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050.

- Type: Partnership
- Announced: 2021-11-30
- Status: announced
- Products: 3D woven composite parts, fan blades, fan case, spacers
- Sectors: [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [Safran Aircraft Engines](https://endata.com/companies/3665.md) (partner)
- [Albany International](https://endata.com/companies/20402.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [aviationpros.com](https://www.aviationpros.com/aircraft-maintenance-technology/engines-parts/press-release/21248464/safran-group-safran-and-albany-international-extend-strategic-cooperation-on-advanced-composites), 2021-11-30: "We are pleased to extend our partnership with Safran, building on the success of Albany’s proprietary 3D weaving technology and our joint efforts on critical components of the LEAP and GE9X engine programs."

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