From the second quarter of 2024, Pilatus will gradually take over RUAG Aerostructures Schweiz AG’s entire workforce of around 230 employees, as well as all its machinery.
The takeover stands in line with the Swiss government’s strategic goals for RUAG International. In the future, Pilatus will manufacture its own components at the Emmen site.
RUAG Aerostructures Schweiz AG has produced parts and components for Pilatus Aircraft Ltd since the early 90s, including fuselages for the PC-21 and horizontal stabilizers for the PC-12. The acquisition of both employees and machinery will allow Pilatus to increase its own production capacity and add new competencies.
Hansueli Loosli, Chairman of the Pilatus Board of Directors, points out at the contract signing: “This takeover will allow us to strengthen Central Switzerland as a business location, safeguard jobs and create new perspectives.”
Markus Bucher, CEO of Pilatus, says: “The new location close to Lucerne will give us better access to talent whilst also allowing us to expand our own production expertise. We are delighted about the takeover and would like to extend a warm welcome to all the employees who will be joining our ‘Pilatus Family’.”
André Wall, CEO of RUAG International, adds: “We are delighted to have found a future owner in the Pilatus family, with whom RUAG Aerostructures Switzerland has already enjoyed a successful partnership for decades.”