# Safran to open LEAP compressor blade and vane plant in Belgium

Safran will set up a new production plant in the Walloon region of Belgium for titanium compressor blades and vanes for LEAP engines. The 10,000-square-metre facility will feature automation and advanced digital technologies.

- Type: New facility
- Announced: 2022-12-22
- Where: Walloon region, Belgium
- Status: announced
- Capacity: 10,000 square metres facility
- Products: titanium compressor blades, compressor vanes, LEAP engine parts
- Sectors: [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [Safran](https://endata.com/companies/1270.md)

## Sources

- [aviationnews-online.com](https://www.aviationnews-online.com/article/safran-to-open-leap-engine-compressor-blade-and-vane-production-facility-in-belgium), 2022-12-22: "Safran will be setting up a new production plant for titanium compressor blades and vanes for LEAP engines in Walloon region of Belgium."

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