TARMAC Aerosave is shaping a new way to support aircraft throughout their lifecycle: more responsible, more integrated and built for long-term sustainability. We are helping define new international standards that make a difference.

Our company today

2020

aircrafts hosted

3

strategically located sites

N°1

Europe's leading aircraft storage platform

660

employees supporting operations

Preserve the value at each step

With three sites across Europe and unique industry expertise, we support leading aviation players in rethinking the lifecycle management of their aircraft and engines. Our approach has made TARMAC Aerosave a benchmark in the industry: advanced processes, expert teams and infrastructures designed to support the next generation of circular practices.

Aujourd’hui

European leader in aircraft storage

TARMAC Aerosave has established itself as the European leader in aircraft storage and continues to grow while anticipating the evolution of the aerospace sector. The company designs sustainable solutions to support aircraft and engine owners throughout the entire lifecycle.

2026

Doubling aircraft recycling capacity

TARMAC Aerosave continues its expansion across the Tarbes and Teruel sites to double its aircraft recycling capacity. In Tarbes, the company’s headquarters, a new administrative building is inaugurated. This year also marks the reception of the 2,000th aircraft by TARMAC Aerosave.

2023

Teruel continues to expand

The Teruel site celebrates its 10th anniversary. On this occasion, a new double-bay hangar capable of housing two A380 aircraft is inaugurated.

2022

New engine workshop & new alliance

Inauguration of a new engine workshop in Tarbes to support the growth of its activities. That same year, TARMAC Aerosave partners with Airbus and the city of Chengdu to launch Airbus Lifecycle Services in China.

2020

Resilience in unprecedented times

Amid the global health crisis, TARMAC Aerosave manages to store and maintain up to 225 aircraft in operational condition. The company also opens a temporary 4th site in Paris-Vatry and celebrates the arrival of its 1,000th aircraft.

2019

First Airbus A380 recycling

A world first. TARMAC Aerosave carries out the first recycling of an Airbus A380, demonstrating its ability to handle the most complex aircraft programs.

2017

Toulouse-Francazal opens its doors

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, TARMAC Aerosave opens its third site at Toulouse-Francazal Airport.

2015

Expansion of maintenance capacity

TARMAC Aerosave inaugurates a new hangar in Tarbes capable of accommodating a Boeing 747, supporting the expansion of its activities.

2013

New site in Spain

TARMAC Aerosave continues its growth with the opening of a second site in Teruel, Aragón.

2012

Scaling up

The 100th aircraft is welcomed in Tarbes, confirming the relevance of TARMAC Aerosave’s model. The opening of the engine shop further strengthens the company’s industrial capabilities.

2009

The first aircraft arrives

An Airbus A319 becomes the first aircraft welcomed at the Tarbes site. This year also marks a major evolution for the company, as TARMAC Aerosave expands its model to include aircraft storage and maintenance alongside its recycling activities.

2007

TARMAC Aerosave takes off

TARMAC Aerosave is founded in Tarbes as an extension of the PAMELA project, dedicated to aircraft recycling. Airbus, Safran Aircraft Engines and SUEZ combine their expertise to create a pioneering circular economy model for the aviation industry.

Excellence starts with people

Our Executive Committee brings together leaders who share the same commitment and place people at the center of our approach.

Alexandre Brun

CEO

Férédric Cadule

Director or Operations

Mathieu Carlux

Director of finance

Ingrid Perroud

Director of Human Resources

Sébastien Medan

Director of Infrastructures and HSE

Christian Ceruti

Sales Director

Mathieu Lhoste

Quality Director

Alexandre Brun

CEO

Férédric Cadule

Director or Operations

Mathieu Carlux

Director of finance

Ingrid Perroud

Director of Human Resources

Sébastien Medan

Director of Infrastructures and HSE

Christian Ceruti

Sales Director

Mathieu Lhoste

Quality Director

We believe in a more circular aviation industry

As fleets continue to grow and resources become increasingly valuable, extending the life of aircraft has never been more critical. Every day, we support a more sustainable aviation model built around reuse, lifecycle extension and advanced recycling solutions. Circular practices are key to reducing aviation’s environmental footprint.

Our values

Innovating to shape new standards

Since its creation, TARMAC Aerosave has played a pioneering role in building a more circular aviation industry. We develop and industrialize solutions that help transform the practices of the industry: advanced dismantling technologies, recycling processes capable of recovering more than 92% of an aircraft’s mass, and projects such as TARMAC Legacy, where aviation materials are transformed through design and upcycling.

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The people behind it all

660 employees shape the day-to-day operations of TARMAC Aerosave. Engineers, mechanics, logistics specialists, material experts and operational teams work together to deliver highly demanding projects with precision, expertise and operational rigor.

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