Airbus Tech Hubs

Driving global aerospace innovation

At Airbus we look for technologies that are expected to create a shift in the way aerospace platforms are built and operated. We proactively seek out these promising technologies to help us solve our most complex challenges we have today.

Our innovation teams scout like-minded partners in technology, partners in research, government bodies and private companies to fast track and mature the science for concrete applications across the aerospace sector.

What is an Airbus Tech Hub?

Launched in 2024, our Tech Hubs serve as strategic gateways to global research and the Airbus innovation ecosystem. They are designed to:

Catalyse breakthroughs: Drive local aerospace research and technology through high-impact partnerships.
Foster collaboration: Connect local professionals, researchers, and startups with Airbus’ global expertise.
Build collective ingenuity: Unite industry leaders, academia, and government bodies to push the boundaries of aviation together.

Airbus Tech Hub Korea Launch 2025

Airbus Tech Hub South Korea: designing lightweight aviation materials

Our Global Network

Our South Korea Tech Hub, launched in November 2025, reflects a deep commitment to one of the world’s most dynamic technological landscapes. Contributing to the local economy and supporting skilled jobs, this Hub strengthens our footprint through key locations in Daejeon and Busan. It will specifically focus on three key research pillars:

Future energy technologies
Advanced lightweight composites
Next-generation defence and space technologies

This expansion deepens an industrial partnership spanning over 50 years, during which South Korea has become a vital customer base for Airbus and a manufacturing partner.

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Airbus Tech Hub in Japan Press conference

Airbus Tech Hub in Japan Conference on Airbus stand at VivaTech Paris 2024. Left to the right :
KATAOKA Susumu - President of JETRO
ANDO Yoshio - Minister, Embassy of Japan in France
Sabine Klauke - Airbus CTO
Stéphane GINOUX - President Airbus Japan
Ravo RANDRIA, Senior Manager cooperation Americas - Japan, DGAC

Airbus Tech Hub in Japan: advancing robotics and smart automation

Coordinated from Tokyo, the Japan Tech Hub was established in mid-2024 to tap into the country’s world-leading capabilities in materials science and automation. Supported by the Japanese Ministry of Economy and Trade (METI), it represents a deep commitment to one of our most technologically advanced partner nations.

Key focus areas: Next-generation materials development, decarbonisation technologies, and robotics/automation for manufacturing
Collaboration: Working alongside Japanese industry leaders and academic institutions to push the boundaries of "generation after next" aerospace technology
Vision: Using Japan’s unique digital and industrial competencies to pave the way for decarbonising aviation

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Airbus Tech Hub in Singapore

Airbus Tech Hub in Singapore: driving digital and uncrewed operations

Our Global Network

Building on a partnership that dates back to 1969, the Singapore Hub (formerly the Sustainable Aviation Hub) is located at the heart of the Seletar Aerospace Park. It acts as the primary regional engine for innovation in Southeast Asia.

Key focus areas: Sustainable aviation fuels, unmanned Traffic Management (UTM), and digital services for the Asia-Pacific market
Synergy: Integrated with the Airbus Singapore Campus, which houses the world's largest Airbus-operated flight training centre
Impact: Strengthening Singapore’s status as a premier global aviation hub through co-developed research and high-fidelity aerospace solutions

Airbus Tech Hub in the Netherlands

Airbus Tech Hub in the Netherlands: future energy and materials

Our Global Network

Launched in April 2024, the Netherlands Hub serves as a bridge between Dutch engineering excellence and Airbus’ decarbonisation roadmap. This hub leverages the country's well established high-tech ecosystem that includes companies and technical universities that are relevant to aerospace. Key focus areas:

Sustainable aerospace structures and materials
Future energy technologies, hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF)
Future cabin technologies & processes: recycling and re-use of materials
Local ecosystem: based near Leiden, the Hub collaborates closely with world-renowned Dutch knowledge institutes and a robust network of aerospace SMEs
Strategic goal: integrating Dutch expertise in satellite structures (optical ground stations in particular) and specialised materials into the broader Airbus commercial and space roadmaps

Airbus establishes Tech Hub in Canada

Airbus Tech Hub in Canada: A220 support & decarbonisation

Our Global Network

Canada offers a myriad of technological advantages, such as the uniquely decarbonised industrial baseline with an energy profile dominated by hydroelectric and nuclear power.

The Airbus Tech Hub in Canada will concentrate its efforts on three core technology pillars, supported by deep tech transverse capabilities aligned with the country's R&T strategy and designed to bolster the A220 programme, alongside broader Airbus strategic objectives:

Sustainable materials & circularity, i.e. bio-based, composite, polymer materials and research into recycling processes, including for Titanium
Decarbonisation & electrification, hydrogen H2: developing fuel cells, advanced batteries, and hybrid-electric gas turbine engines, validating the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) for the A220 programme, advanced aerodynamics and more
Manufacturing & operations (Industry 4.0/5.0) such as smart automation & AI, robotics, developing digital twins, and advancing additive manufacturing techniques among others
Quantum & (trustworthy) AI

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