Daher

What Daher does

Daher is a privately held French industrial group operating across three integrated business segments: aircraft manufacturing (TBM and Kodiak turboprop product lines), aerostructures (composite components for A320neo nacelles, Boeing 787 thermoplastic structures, A400M fuselage logistics), and aerospace logistics & industrial services (integrated logistics, warehousing, MRO support and supply-chain management for tier-1 OEMs including Airbus, Safran, and Boeing). Founded in 1863 and continuously operating in aviation since 1911, the group employs approximately 14,500 people across 17 countries and generated €1.9 billion of revenue in 2025, serving aerospace OEMs, defense agencies, general aviation operators, and special-mission customers through direct enterprise sales, authorized service centers, and a dedicated e-commerce parts marketplace.

The group has built defensible technological differentiation in thermoplastic composites — operating three techcenters (Shap'in for composite machining, Log'in for logistics innovation, KVE for induction welding) and winning two JEC Innovation Awards in 2026 for a welded thermoplastic wing rib (22% weight reduction, 15% lower assembly cost, 25% faster production versus aluminum equivalents) and an end-of-life A380 composite recycling program. Aircraft revenue derives from hardware sales of TBM 910/960/980 and Kodiak 100/900 platforms, supplemented by spare parts and MRO through The Daher Aviator Marketplace; aerostructures revenue is driven by multi-year OEM programs; logistics revenue comes from managed-services contracts with embedded personnel at customer sites.

Daher's distribution model mixes direct enterprise sales for aircraft (regional representatives, airshow presence), OEM-embedded supplier relationships for aerostructures, and direct B2B contracts for logistics with global delivery through 22+ operational sites. Ownership remains family-held (actionnariat familial) with Aymeric Daher as Deputy CEO and the recent appointment of Michel Denis as CEO effective July 1, 2026. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; customers include Airbus, Boeing, Safran, Conair Group, and a long tail of private TBM/Kodiak operators across the global general aviation market. The company is targeting a 50% reduction in emissions by 2032 and holds EN 9100, Nadcap, ISO 27001, EASA Part 21J/145, and RFAR certifications across its operations.

Name

Daher

Legal name

COMPAGNIE DAHER, Société Anonyme

Website

https://daher.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1863

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

French privately held aerospace group founded in 1863, manufacturing TBM and Kodiak turboprop aircraft, producing thermoplastic composite aerostructures for Airbus/Boeing/Safran, and providing integrated logistics and MRO services across 17 countries with 14,500 employees and €1.9B revenue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace Manufacturing and Industrial Services

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419)

SIC

Aircraft (3721), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)

akta.pro primary industry

Inlets, Nacelles & Thrust Reversers (IMABADAM)

Keywords

• Turboprop aircraft manufacturing
• Aerospace logistics services
• Composite aerostructures
• Aircraft MRO support
• Industrial supply chain

Headquarters

HQ city

Paray-vieille-poste

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices22 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aircraft Manufacturing: Design, manufacture, and sale of TBM and Kodiak turboprop aircraft. Revenue from new aircraft sales, spare parts, and customer service.
2. Aerostructures: Design and manufacture of composite aerostructures for commercial and defense aircraft programs including nacelles, wing components, and fuselage panels.
3. Aerospace Logistics Services: Integrated logistics, warehousing, MRO support, and supply chain management for aerospace OEMs including Safran and Airbus.
4. Industrial Services: Specialized industrial services including manufacturing, assembly, and technical training for aerospace customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Daher is a French aerospace group that designs, manufactures and sells TBM and Kodiak family turboprop aircraft for business, utility and special-mission use. The group also produces composite aerostructures (nacelles, wing and fuselage components) for major OEMs such as Airbus, Boeing and Safran, and provides integrated industrial logistics, warehouse management, and MRO support services to aerospace and defense customers.

Product overview

Daher is an international aircraft manufacturer and industrial services provider operating across 17 countries with 14,500 employees and €1.9 billion revenue. The company's product portfolio centers on two turboprop aircraft families: the TBM series (pressurized business turboprop available in TBM 980, TBM 960, and TBM 910 variants) and the Kodiak series (multi-mission utility aircraft in Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900 configurations). Both aircraft families offer special mission configurations for government and defense operators. Complementing the aircraft business, The Daher Aviator Marketplace provides a dedicated e-commerce platform for aircraft parts and aviation supplies. Daher supports its aircraft operations through three technology centers: Shap'in (thermoplastic composites and machining innovation), Log'in (logistics innovation), and KVE (defense composites). The company also manufactures aerostructures for major aerospace programs (A320neo nacelles, Boeing 787 thermoplastic structures) and provides comprehensive logistics and industrial services to aerospace and defense customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TBM: Mono-turboprop aircraft brand - pressurized, 6-seat liaison aircraft recognized as one of the most efficient in the world
• Kodiak
• Log'in by Daher
• The Daher Aviator Marketplace
• Shap'in
• DAHRC
• Experts by Daher

Products and services

• TBM 960 Pressurized 6-seat single-engine turboprop business aircraft with advanced avionics, modular cabin and competitive operating costs; targeted at private owners, charter operators and government special-mission customers.
• TBM 980 Latest pressurized single-engine turboprop in the TBM family, with Garmin G3000 PRIME avionics and Starlink Mini connectivity; for private owners, fractional programs, charter operators and special-mission operators.
• TBM 910 Pressurized single-engine turboprop business aircraft in the TBM 900-series with advanced avionics and operational efficiency; for private and commercial aviation customers.
• Kodiak 100 Series III Multi-mission single-engine utility aircraft capable of operating from unimproved surfaces, short strips and water on optional floats; for commercial transport, government, medevac, parachuting and special missions.
• Kodiak 900 Extended-cabin, higher-speed variant of the Kodiak multi-mission utility aircraft with enhanced passenger configuration; for commercial, government and special-mission operators.
• The Daher Aviator Marketplace Official Daher e-commerce storefront for TBM and Kodiak aircraft parts, aviation supplies and Daher-branded merchandise.
• Composite aerostructures for aerospace OEMs Design, qualification and serial production of composite aerostructures (nacelles, wing components, fuselage panels) for commercial and defense aircraft programs of Airbus, Boeing and Safran.
• Aerospace industrial logistics and MRO support services Integrated industrial logistics, warehouse and inventory management, kitting, MRO and AOG support delivered to aerospace OEM customers (Safran, Airbus, Boeing) via embedded on-site teams and dedicated platforms.
• Defense logistics services (Airbus Defence and Space partnership) Specialized defense logistics services for Airbus Defence and Space programs, including A400M military transport logistics, satellite manufacturing logistics and end-of-life aircraft recycling support.
• Customer support and aircraft parts center (Jonzac-Neulles) 64,600 sq ft customer support and logistics center providing spare parts storage, aircraft maintenance and equipment overhaul for TBM, Kodiak, legacy TB/Rallye, Airbus Helicopters, Cirrus and Grob aircraft, with EASA Part 21J design organization approval.
• Decarbonated transport and fleet services (PUR-XTL biofuel) Low-carbon transport and intersite shuttle services for OEM customers using PUR-XTL synthetic biofuel, achieving 90% CO2 and 65% NOx reduction versus diesel.
• Special-mission aircraft configurations (TBM 960) Customized TBM 960 aircraft configurations for special-mission operators, including aerial firefighting (Conair Group), surveillance, medevac and ISR missions.
• Daher Learning Center (industrial services and logistics training) Professional training and certification services in industrial services and logistics, delivered through Daher Learning Center programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 22% weight reduction in thermoplastic wing ribs vs aluminum
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability14 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and supporting.

• LeanDNAcoreTechnology or Integration · 17 June 2026Expanded decade-long partnership to deploy APEX supply chain platform across facilities in Europe, Morocco, and United States. Unifies disparate SAP systems, replaces manual reporting with AI-driven execution. Delivered 98% proficiency rating in Florida and 53% reduction in critical material shortages at one facility.
• AirbuscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 June 2026Long-standing partnership for A400M logistics support (France and Germany), A320neo nacelle logistics, wing program participation, and end-of-life aircraft recycling. Over 140 Daher collaborators across Airbus Defence and Space activities in 3 countries.
• SafrancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2026Expanded partnership with two new logistics contracts: Safran Nacelles warehouse in Hamburg and MRO/AOG platform for Safran Electronics & Defense in Île-de-France. Historical contract with Safran Helicopter Engines renewed and expanded. Over 170 Daher employees supporting Safran operations.
• VictrexkeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for highly loaded thermoplastic composite wing rib development using carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic materials for future aircraft programs.
• LIST (Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology)keyStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership using LIST's patented infrared welding technology for rapid assembly of thermoplastic composite wing ribs without mechanical fasteners. Won JEC Innovation Award 2026.
• Tarmac AerosavekeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnd-of-life aircraft recycling program partner for dismantling and recovering thermoplastic composites from A380 aircraft for reuse in A320neo parts.
• Toray Advanced CompositeskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for thermoplastic composite materials (Cetex TC1100) used in end-of-life A380 recycling program and new A320neo components. Won JEC Innovation Award for Circularity & Recycling.
• ThaleskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerEyePulse MALE UAV development partnership using Thales avionics system for autonomous flight capabilities. Project targets deployable drone system for French defense by 2030.
• DCbrainsupportingTechnology or IntegrationAI-powered logistics optimization using INES software with digital twin technology for supply chain simulation and optimization across industrial sites.
• PryntecsupportingTechnology or IntegrationComputer vision partnership for Palet'AI solution enabling automated pallet management in warehouses through AI-powered video analysis and inventory tracking.
• EasyMilesupportingTechnology or IntegrationAutonomous vehicle testing partnership at Log'in innovation center using EasyMile's intelligent mobility solutions for warehouse logistics applications.
• France LogistiquesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic-private ecosystem partner for logistics innovation advancement and workforce training in cooperation with French government agencies.
• AltenssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPUR-XTL biofuel supply partnership for fleet decarbonation. 90% CO2 reduction, 65% NOx reduction achieved through synthetic fuel from waste materials.
• Airbus HelicopterssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerIntersite shuttle operations in Île-de-France using XTL biofuel, covering 85,000+ km annually and avoiding ~70 tons of CO2.
• ENSAM AngerssupportingTechnology or IntegrationAcademic partnership for thermoplastic composite machining research, evaluating cutting tools, vibration behavior, and cryogenic assistance technologies.
• Région OccitaniesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government partnership supporting Log'in innovation platform with funding for logistics innovation projects and startup acceleration.
• FORXsupportingTechnology or IntegrationAutonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) deployment for pallet handling in warehouses. Non-connected gerbeur AMR for automating logistics flows with 10-hour autonomous operation.
• Airbus Atlantic, Spirit AeroSystems, GKN Aerospace, HexcelsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCompetitive positioning for next-generation narrowbody aircraft composite fuselage panel systems market projected to reach $2.0B by 2036.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Direct peers

• De Havilland Canada: Canadian turboprop manufacturer of Dash 8 regional aircraft and DHC-515 firefighting platform, competing with Daher's Kodiak in utility/multi-mission turboprop markets and providing a direct installed-base comparison.
• Textron Aviation: Textron's aviation division manufactures Cessna and Beechcraft single-engine and twin turboprops (Caravan, King Air series) directly competing with Daher's TBM and Kodiak platforms in the business/utility turboprop segment.
• Pilatus Aircraft: Swiss manufacturer of the PC-12 single-engine turboprop, the closest like-for-like competitor to the TBM in owner-flown pressurized cabin-class business turboprops, plus the PC-24 light jet expanding into adjacent segments.
• Piaggio Aerospace: Italian turboprop and business aircraft maker whose P.180 Avanti directly competes with TBM in the high-speed pressurized business turboprop niche and supports special-mission/government variants similar to Daher's offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Embraer: Brazilian aerospace OEM with Phenom and Praetor business jets plus E-series regional jets; broader portfolio incumbent competing with Daher across business aviation and offering scale efficiencies Daher cannot match.
• Spirit AeroSystems: World's largest independent aerostructures supplier (Boeing 737, 787, Airbus A220 fuselage and wings) directly competing with Daher's Boeing 787 thermoplastic parts and Airbus A320neo nacelle aerostructures business.
• GKN Aerospace: Major aerostructures tier-1 supplier to Airbus, Boeing, and major engine OEMs, competing head-to-head with Daher for thermoplastic composite structural parts on next-generation narrowbody and defense platforms.
• Bombardier: Canadian manufacturer of Challenger and Global business jets; competes in the upper end of business aviation where Daher is not active but exercises pricing power downstream in the turboprop segment.

Others

• Stelia Aerospace (Airbus Atlantic): Captive Airbus aerostructures subsidiary manufacturing fuselage sections, wings, and composite parts; a competitor for OEM aerostructures and an enabling/affiliated party given Daher's position as a non-captive thermoplastic parts supplier to the same primes.

Emerging players

• Diamond Aircraft: Austrian/Canadian manufacturer of DA42 and DA62 twin-engine turboprops plus the eDA40 electric trainer, an emerging competitor in the light twin-turboprop segment adjacent to Kodiak's utility mission profile.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DAHER_official
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@GroupeDAHER
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/daher
• Instagraminstagram.com/daher_official
• TikToktiktok.com/@daher_official

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors1 record

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M&A1 record

Investments

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