What TEST-FUCHS GmbH does

TEST-FUCHS GmbH is an Austrian, family-owned aerospace company founded in 1946 in Gross-Siegharts, operating two divisions — TEST SYSTEMS and AEROSPACE SYSTEMS — with more than 600 employees across production and sales sites in Austria, Germany, Italy, the UK, France, Spain, Singapore, China, and the USA. The TEST SYSTEMS division builds certified test equipment, test stands, and ground support equipment deployed at Final Assembly Lines of Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer, alongside an in-house software platform and an IoT-based Data Solutions layer for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance. The AEROSPACE SYSTEMS division develops and manufactures aerospace components — fuel systems, hydraulic and lubrication equipment, propulsion equipment, and electrical equipment — under EASA Part 21G, and runs an accredited MRO business under EASA Part-145 / FAA FAR-145 / UK CAA Part-145 and Honeywell AWARS. The company generates revenue primarily through quote-based hardware sales of customized and standardized equipment, complemented by MRO services, spare parts, and channel distribution via HYDRO International (since 2006) and HYDRO Systems USA (since 2015). Its customer base spans aircraft OEMs (Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Pilatus, Piaggio), helicopter OEMs (Airbus Helicopters, Sikorsky, HAL), defense primes (Elbit Systems, KAI, Rheinmetall, Krauss-Maffei Wegmann), space (Ariane Group, Airbus Defence and Space), and engine MRO via Honeywell authorization. Recent strategic positioning is concentrated on sustainable aviation, including SAF-ready fuel systems for the Deutsche Aircraft D328eco (prototypes in test as of July 2025) and hydrogen management technology for cryogenic (-253°C) and high-pressure (900 bar) applications, where it became the first Austrian member of EU Clean Aviation in 2025.

Name

TEST-FUCHS GmbH

Legal name

TEST-FUCHS GmbH

Website

https://test-fuchs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

TEST-FUCHS GmbH is a family-owned Austrian aerospace firm (founded 1946) that designs and manufactures certified test equipment, aerospace components, and MRO services for global OEMs including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Ariane Group across commercial, defense, helicopter, and space platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace Test Equipment and Components

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)

akta.pro primary industry

Avionics Test, Simulation & Calibration Equipment (IMABAFAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Military Aerospace Ground Support Equipment (GSE) & Test Systems (IMABAMAL), Propulsion Test, Integration & Certification Services (IMABADAN), Component MRO (LRU/Rotables, Hydraulics, Pneumatics) (IMABALAD)

Keywords

• Aerospace test equipment
• Hydraulic test stands
• Ground support equipment
• Hydrogen aviation systems
• Aerospace MRO services

Headquarters

HQ city

Gross-siegharts

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Test Systems and Equipment: Sale of custom and standardized test systems for aircraft production, component testing, and maintenance including hydraulic test equipment, fuel test equipment, and ground support equipment
2. Aerospace Components: Development, manufacture, and delivery of aerospace components and systems including fuel systems, hydraulic equipment, propulsion equipment, and electrical equipment for civil and military aircraft
3. MRO Services: Accredited repair and maintenance services for own products and other manufacturers' products, including spare parts supply
4. Hydrogen Technology Solutions: Hydrogen technology including testing as a service, test equipment, and digital twin solutions for sustainable aviation

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

TEST-FUCHS GmbH develops and manufactures aerospace test systems and components through two divisions: TEST SYSTEMS (test equipment for aircraft production, component OEM and MRO, ground support equipment, and software) and AEROSPACE SYSTEMS (fuel systems, hydraulic and propulsion equipment, electrical equipment, and certified MRO services). The company supplies civil and military aircraft manufacturers, OEMs, and MROs with certified test stands, hydraulic ground power units, hydrogen management technology, and lifecycle support services.

Product overview

TEST-FUCHS GmbH operates two business divisions: TEST SYSTEMS and AEROSPACE SYSTEMS. TEST SYSTEMS specializes in tailor-made test systems for civil and military aerospace companies, providing test equipment for aircraft production, test stands for component OEM and MRO, maintenance and ground support equipment (GSE), and software solutions. AEROSPACE SYSTEMS focuses on development, manufacture, and lifecycle management of aerospace components including fuel systems, hydraulic equipment, electrical equipment, and propulsion components, along with MRO services. The product portfolio includes specific product lines such as the HGPU (Hydraulic Ground Power Units) series, BLRT3 (Bonding and Loop Resistance Tester), WTC1 (Waste Tank Cleaning Trolley), WALICLEAN, WSS4 (Water Separator), and Hydrogen Technology solutions. The company also offers TEST-FUCHS Software platform and Data Solutions for IoT connectivity. Founded in 1946, the company has over 600 employees with production and service locations in Austria, Germany, Italy, UK, France, Spain, Singapore, China, and the USA.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TEST-FUCHS Hydrogen Technology: Hydrogen management solutions for cryogenic -253°C and high-pressure 900bar applications for aviation sector, including LH2 systems, valves, testing, and digital twin solutions.
• TEST-FUCHS Data Solutions
• TEST SYSTEMS
• AEROSPACE SYSTEMS

Products and services

• Test Equipment for Aircraft Production Comprehensive test systems deployed at Final Assembly Lines of major aircraft manufacturers including Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer, covering hydraulic, waste and water, fuel, electrical, cooling testing, and cabin integration for VTP production, fuselage production, and furnishing.
• Test Stands for Component OEM and MRO Production Acceptance Test Stands and R&D test rigs used by leading OEMs and MROs for overhaul of hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic, generator, actuator, and other aerospace components. Includes custom developments and standardized serial equipment.
• Maintenance and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Innovative solutions for Line- and Base Maintenance including Airbus Certified Ground Support Equipment for A320, A350, A400M, Boeing B737 through B787, and many other aircraft types.
• Hydraulic Ground Power Units (HGPU Series) Hydraulic ground power units certified for Airbus A380, A350, A320 Family, A330, A340 and Boeing COM-8859 for 737, 777, 787. Available in electric or diesel versions with advanced ventilation concept avoiding oil vapors.
• Bonding and Loop Resistance Tester (BLRT3) Multi-function tester for ATA Chapter 20-28 with selectable standard and special functions, automatic test procedures, USB/LAN/WLAN interfaces, and app for remote control.
• Waste Tank Cleaning Trolley (WTC1) Fully automatic cleaning system for aircraft vacuum waste tanks (ATA Chapter 38), certified by Airbus for A350 Step7 and above. Uses citric acid and water mixture, available in electric or diesel versions.
• WALICLEAN Waste line cleaning system using warm citric acid and water solution circulated through waste line tubes. Eliminates costs for chemicals, dismounting, soaking, reassembly, and leakage tests.
• Water Separator WSS4 Water separator system for ATA Chapter 12 and 29 that removes water from hydraulic fluids to prevent corrosion and damage to aircraft hydraulic systems.
• Hydrogen Technology Solutions Hydrogen management solutions for cryogenic -253°C and high-pressure 900bar applications including LH2 system and valves testing, digital twin, H2 tank systems, coupling systems, test equipment, and testing as a service.
• Aerospace Components (Fuel, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electrical, Propulsion) Development, manufacture, installation/delivery, and lifecycle management of aerospace components including electrical equipment, fuel systems and components, hydraulic and lubrication equipment, propulsion equipment, and built-to-print manufacturing.
• MRO Services Accredited and certified repair and maintenance of own products as well as products of other manufacturers, including maintenance, repair management, and spares.

Quantifiable outcome

• Test equipment built for over 100 different aircraft types
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Deutsche AircraftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2023Strategic partnership established September 2023 for development of SAF-ready fuel system for the D328eco regional turboprop aircraft. Prototype components entered testing phase in 2025 including comprehensive trials with Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The fuel system is designed to meet highest safety, efficiency, and environmental standards for next-generation sustainable aviation.
• HYDRO Systems USAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2015Service partner since 2015 for North and South America, extending HYDRO partnership coverage to the Americas region.
• HYDRO InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2006Partnership since 2006 for joint distribution of TEST-FUCHS standard equipment for improved worldwide service. HYDRO distributes products including AIRBUS certified hydraulic ground power units (HGPU3000 and HGPU5000), RAM-Air Turbine test equipment, supplemental cooling system equipment, and waste line cleaning trolleys.
• Clean AviationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst Austrian member of Clean Aviation, the European Union's research and innovation programme for sustainable aviation transformation. TEST-FUCHS participates in hydrogen projects including NEWBORN, H2ELIOS, fLHYing tank, LHYTAMAN, and LH2-WAM-tank as part of this membership.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• HYDRO Systems KG: Test systems and ground support equipment manufacturer for commercial aircraft, and TEST-FUCHS' worldwide distribution partner since 2006. Highly comparable product portfolio in hydraulic GSE and cabin systems test equipment serving Airbus and Boeing.
• Barfield Inc. Specializes in aerospace test equipment for commercial and military aircraft, including avionics, electrical, and pitot-static test sets. Direct competitor in the aircraft production test equipment space serving similar airline/MRO customers.
• Tronair Inc. Manufactures ground support equipment and maintenance test equipment for business, commercial, and military aircraft. Comparable product line in hydraulic GSE, jacks, and service carts that competes for similar maintenance and MRO customers.
• Malabar International: Designs and manufactures ground support equipment, tooling, and test equipment for the aerospace industry. Direct peer in GSE and aircraft maintenance tooling serving airlines and OEMs.

Broad incumbents

• Crane Aerospace & Electronics: Supplies aerospace components including hydraulic, fuel, and pneumatic systems, plus sensing and utility systems. Comparable in aerospace fluid systems and components, with broader scale across multiple aircraft platforms.
• Senior plc: Specialty engineering solutions provider for aerospace and defense including fluid conveyance, structural, and actuation systems. Overlapping product range with TEST-FUCHS' aerospace fluid and structural components.
• Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Provides engineered products, systems, and services for defense, commercial and industrial markets including aerospace test and measurement equipment. Overlaps with TEST-FUCHS in test stands and MRO instrumentation.
• Liebherr Aerospace: Manufactures flight control and actuation systems, landing gear, and air management systems for commercial aircraft. Larger player with overlapping aerospace systems content on Airbus and other major platforms.
• Moog Inc. Major tier-1 supplier of precision motion control components and test systems for aerospace and defense. Overlaps with TEST-FUCHS in aerospace actuation, fuel system components, and test equipment for OEMs.

Others

• Airbus Atlantic: Airbus-owned tier-1 aerostructures and components manufacturer. Represents a customer-adjacent peer that supplies similar aircraft structural and mechanical components from within the OEM ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@test-fuchs

Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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