We Are Aerospace (Additive)
Provides fully integrated additive manufacturing services for aerospace and defense, specializing in metal and plastic parts production, powder manufacturing via plasma atomization, and comprehensive post-processing.
- CEO / Founder
- Christian Cornille
- Team Size
- 1001-5000
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Private Equity - Undisclosed - August 2022
- Key Investors
- Tikehau Ace Capital (64.3%); Bpifrance (35.7%)
Technology & Products
Key Products
Metal AM parts (stainless steels, inconels, titanium, aluminum); Plastic AM parts; Specialty powders via plasma atomization; Additive manufacturing services; Post-processing (machining, surface treatment, assembly)
Technological Advantage
Integrated supply chain reduces production lead times; proprietary powder manufacturing ensures high flowability and density; partnerships (e.g., with AddUp for FormUp 350 qualification) enhance aerospace certification capabilities.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Offers end-to-end AM solutions from design to finished part, reducing lead times and enabling complex geometries with high-quality materials, supported by AS9100D certification and partnerships for aeronautical qualification.
How They Differentiate
As part of Mecachrome, the company offers fully integrated services from powder production to finished part, combining additive with traditional machining for comprehensive aerospace solutions, and leveraging the group structure for scale and international reach.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace OEMs, defense contractors, and industrial manufacturers requiring certified AM parts.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Industrial Manufacturing
Competitors
Additive Willmann; Addaero Manufacturing; APWorks
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Plans to double turnover in the short term; over 1,300 employees internationally.
Major Milestones
2015: Group project launched; 2016: Gradual integration of founding entities and additive manufacturing companies; 2016: Winner of Aeronautics Trophy in 'Adaptation to the Market' category; 2017: Expansion with additional companies joining; Partnership with AddUp for aeronautical qualification of FormUp 350 machine