French aerospace group Daher has announced plans to relocate a portion of its manufacturing and assembly operations for Airbus components to its facility in Tangier, Morocco, as part of a broader strategy to shift industrial workload. The move involves transferring some production from its French sites to the Tangier plant and to subcontractors in other countries.
According to a company statement, the decision aims to optimize costs and improve competitiveness in the global aerospace supply chain. Daher, which is a key supplier for Airbus, did not specify the exact number of jobs affected in France but emphasized that the relocation would be gradual and focused on specific parts.
The Tangier site, already operational, will handle increased production of certain structural components and assemblies. Daher also plans to work with subcontractors in other nations, though details on these partnerships remain undisclosed. The company stressed that it remains committed to its French operations, with no immediate plans to close any domestic facilities.
This development aligns with a trend among European aerospace manufacturers to expand production capacity in North Africa, leveraging lower labor costs and proximity to European markets. Daher's move has drawn attention from French unions, who are seeking reassurances about employment levels at the company's home bases.
