Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Since 1908
Avio Aero is an Italian company that designs, manufactures and maintains aerospace propulsion components, including mechanical transmissions, turbines, combustors and turboprop engines. It was founded in 1908, is estimated to have between 5,000 and 10,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1-5 billion, and is headquartered in Italy. The company serves the aerospace, military-defense, automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2026, it was part of a European program supporting technologies for next-generation helicopter engines, announced alongside Safran and MTU.
Avio Aero at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1908
Certifications
ISO 9001 · Nadcap
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Aerospace
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
118 years in operation (founded 1908).
Holds ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Avio Aero is an Italian company that designs, manufactures and maintains aerospace propulsion components, including mechanical transmissions, turbines, combustors and turboprop engines. It was founded in 1908, is estimated to have between 5,000 and 10,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1-5 billion, and is headquartered in Italy. The company serves the aerospace, military-defense, automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2026, it was part of a European program supporting technologies for next-generation helicopter engines, announced alongside Safran and MTU.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1908 |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | ISO 9001 · Nadcap |
What Avio Aero makes
The company holds ISO 9001 and Nadcap certifications and lists capabilities in additive manufacturing, casting, machining and forging.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Emissions, Machining, Casting, Transmission, Gear, Forging, Bearing, Seal, Gasket (source: avioaero.com).
Certifications
Avio Aero is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — avioaero.com
Nadcap — avioaero.com
Latest developments
2026-10-04 — NSPA introduces direct ordering for Italian NH90 engine support with first operational orders under Avio Aero contract (defence-industry.eu)
2026-06-11 — Safran, MTU and Avio Aero welcome EU support for SHARP project focusing on technologies for next-gen helicopter engines | Avio Aero (avioaero.com)
2026-01-28 — AI-assisted Computed Tomography (CT) inspection in production for GE9X turbine blades | Avio Aero (avioaero.com)
2026-01-07 — Avio Aero’s E-TDC drives innovation for the future of aerospace in Europe | Avio Aero (avioaero.com)
2025-09-09 — GCAP Consortium Expands Partnership Toward First Flight | Avio Aero (avioaero.com)
2025-07-15 — Innovation and Growth in Additive Manufacturing | Avio Aero (avioaero.com)
Facilities
Public sources reference the following locations:
Italy — avioaero.com
Company details
Avio Aero is part of GE Aerospace, and the record reports no named individual customers. Avio Aero was founded in 1908, and has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 118 years in operation (founded 1908). Holds ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Avio Aero make?
Avio Aero is an Italian company that designs, manufactures and maintains aerospace propulsion components, including mechanical transmissions, turbines, combustors and turboprop engines. It was founded in 1908, is estimated to have between 5,000 and 10,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1-5 billion, and is headquartered in Italy. The company serves the aerospace, military-defense, automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2026, it was part of a European program supporting technologies for next-generation helicopter engines, announced alongside Safran and MTU.
When was Avio Aero founded?
Avio Aero was founded in 1908.
How big is Avio Aero?
Avio Aero has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Avio Aero hold?
Avio Aero lists ISO 9001 · Nadcap on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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