CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas, S.A.

What CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas, S.A. does

CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas, S.A. is a privately held Spanish aerospace and defense company, founded in 1934 and headquartered in Las Franquesas del Vallès (Barcelona), with a secondary office in Madrid and approximately 29 employees. The company designs and manufactures textile-based aerodynamic deceleration and stabilization systems, including ram-air and round parachutes, extraction and cargo delivery systems, aircraft brake parachutes, UAV recovery systems, and munitions stabilizers. Its technology stack is centered on proprietary textile-aerodynamic methods such as the ARC (Active Rib Control) internal-membrane wing architecture, SICS (Synchronized Inflow Control) deployment sequencing, ERAS pressurized wing-tip stabilizers, and the PARACimsa 12-degree-of-freedom dynamic simulator co-developed with CIMNE; these are validated through an in-house static/dynamic test laboratory and EU-funded flight programs.

The company's product portfolio is organized across personnel military systems (JANUS-400, JANUS-300, TPM-PLUS II family), aerial delivery (SHERPA GPS-guided, ACRIDS, ONYX JPADS, cargo and extraction parachutes), deceleration systems (EF-2000 Eurofighter brake chute, F-101, UAV recovery, MU-90 torpedo stabilizer, depth-charge parachutes), and a secondary commercial skydiving and powered-parachute line. It also sells aeronautical engineering services (CFD, wind tunnel, structural analysis) and parachute training.

CIMSA's business model is a hybrid of custom hardware sales and specialized services, sold almost exclusively through direct enterprise channels to NATO member defense departments, the European Space Agency (via EADS-Astrium and Dutch Space), aerospace primes (EADS, Cassidian), and consortium partners (FASTWing, EuroTorp, Mars ADLT). The company is differentiated by EASA Design and Production Organization certifications, AQAP2110/2310 NATO Quality Assurance, ISO 9001:2015, and EN 9100:2018, which collectively act as regulatory gating for defense and aerospace procurement. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and there are no disclosed funding rounds, institutional investors, or M&A activity in the source data.

Name

CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas, S.A.

Legal name

CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas, S.A.

Website

https://cimsa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1934

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas is a Barcelona-based aerospace and defense company, founded in 1934, that designs and manufactures textile-based parachute and aerodynamic deceleration systems for NATO armed forces, ESA, and aerospace prime contractors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace and Defense Parachute Systems

NAICS

Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419), Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

SIC

Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Aircraft & Parts (3720)

akta.pro primary industry

Reentry, Descent & Landing Systems (Capsules, Heat Shields, Parachutes) (IMABACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Space Structures, Mechanisms & Thermal Control (IMABACAF), Space Payloads & Instruments (Sensors, Comms, EO/IR) (IMABACAD)

Keywords

• Military parachute systems
• Aerial delivery parachutes
• Aircraft brake parachutes
• UAV recovery systems
• Aerodynamic stabilization systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Las Franquesas del Vallès

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Parachute Systems Sales: Design and manufacturing of complete parachute systems including personnel military parachutes, aerial delivery systems, deceleration systems, and sports parachutes sold as products to defense and commercial customers.
2. Aeronautical Engineering Consulting: Aeronautical engineering consulting services including aerodynamic simulation, wind tunnel testing, and structural analysis for national and multinational aerospace projects.
3. Parachute Training Services: Training courses including repair and maintenance, military freefall training, and canopy piloting courses for military paratrooper units and commercial customers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CIMSA designs and manufactures textile-based parachute and aerodynamic deceleration/stabilization systems for military airborne operations, aerial cargo delivery, aircraft braking, UAV recovery, and sports skydiving. The company also supplies accessories (HALO/HAHO oxygen systems, harnesses, cargo containers) and provides aeronautical engineering consulting plus parachute training services, serving NATO defense departments, aerospace OEMs, the European Space Agency, and the sports skydiving market.

Product overview

CIMSA Ingeniería de Sistemas, S.A. is a world-class parachute company specializing in design and manufacturing of all kinds of parachutes and aerodynamic stabilizers. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of parachute systems organized into four main categories: (1) Personnel Military Systems including JANUS-400, JANUS-300, TPM-PLUS II, TPM-PLUS, and PLUS family tactical canopies; (2) Aerial Delivery products including CARGO PARACHUTES, EXTRACTION PARACHUTES, SHERPA GPS-guided delivery systems, ACRIDS guided airdrop systems, and ONYX micro light systems; (3) Deceleration Systems including aircraft brake parachutes for EF-2000 Eurofighter and F-101, UAV recovery systems, and MU-90 torpedo stabilizers; (4) Skydiving products including iSiS harness/container, TANGO, MaXum, PurSang, Vectra, EquinoX canopies, and RC reserve. The company also provides powered parachute wings (SILK family), accessories (OXYJUMP oxygen system, APECS cargo system, HSPR harness, training harnesses), and services (aeronautical engineering consulting, parachute training). R&D projects include ARC System for ram-air wing control, SICS synchronized inflow control, UHARAW high aspect ratio wings, FASTWing guided delivery, ERAS stabilizer technology, and PC-SENSOR wireless data acquisition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• JANUS-400 Multi-Mission Tactical Parachute System Multi-Mission ram-air parachute system for airborne operations from 1,500 Ft AGL up to 25,000 Ft MSL, sold to military customers including the Ministry of Defense of Egypt for tactical parachute training.
• JANUS-300 Tactical Military System Latest development of ram-air parachute system for airborne operations from 2,000 Ft AGL up to 33,000 Ft MSL.
• TPM-PLUS II Tactical System Tactical system with improved TPM II harness/container incorporating bottom-of-container plastic ripcord and upper cargo connection points.
• TPM-PLUS High Glide Tactical Military System Versatile ram-air parachute system for airborne operations from 600 m AGL up to 10,000 m MSL.
• TPM-PLUS ISAR Tactical System Tactical system using 260 sq.ft. main canopy for medical support and personnel protection during rescue operations.
• TPM-PLUS SAR/CSAR Tactical System Tactical system using 225 sq.ft. main canopy for medical support and personnel protection during rescue operations.
• C400 Parachute System Advanced parachute system for big aerial platforms with high drop speeds such as C-130, C-17 or A400M; polyconic main canopy 45-foot diameter, rated for use up to 150 knots with rate of descent of 4.92 m/s at 185 kg suspended weight.
• TP-2Z Main Parachute Assembly Latest development of a new generation of round parachutes for specialized operational mission requirements.
• RTP-26Z Reserve Assembly Latest development of round reserve parachutes responding to new operational tendencies and requirements.
• SE-150 Emergency Parachute Family Emergency parachute family P/N 500015-() back or seat type, with ripcord manual opening, designed to be easy and light to wear.
• OXYJUMP Oxygen System Complete HALO/HAHO oxygen system designed to fulfill the most exigent requirements for high-altitude parachute operations, implemented with the Spanish Air Force paratroopers.
• APECS Advanced Parachute Equipment Cargo System Cargo system designed to allow military parachutists carry cargo and weapon in free fall operations and static line jumps.
• SHERPA GPS-Guided Aerial Delivery System GPS-guided aerial delivery system family including SHERPA Ranger (100-2,200 lb payloads) and SHERPA Provider (100-10,000 lb payloads) for precision cargo drops.
• ACRIDS Guided Airdrop System Guided airdrop system for safe and accurate delivery of goods; ACRIDS-310 series for payloads up to 300 kg with 400 sq.ft. R1 parafoil; ACRIDS-1100 series for 300-1000 kg payloads with 1200 sq.ft. R3 parafoil.
• ONYX Micro Light JPADS System JPADS Micro Light Weight system designed for Joint Medical Distance Support and Evacuation (JMDSE) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration.
• Cargo Parachutes (G11, G12, G14) Cargo parachutes rated for weights between 100 lb and 40,000 lb.
• Extraction Parachutes Extraction parachutes in 15Ft, 22Ft, 26Ft and 28Ft assemblies providing capability to extract airdrop loads from aircraft.
• EF-2000 Eurofighter Aircraft Brake Parachute World's most advanced multi-role combat aircraft brake parachute; CIMSA manufactures and maintains the complete system and spare parts of Eurofighter Brake Parachute.
• F-101 Aircraft Brake Parachute Aircraft brake parachute assembly developed in late 1964 for deceleration of F-101 aircraft while landing.
• UAV Parachute Recovery Systems Parachute recovery systems for UAVs and Target Drones for air vehicles weighing from 5 kg up to 500 kg, deployed at velocities reaching up to Mach 0.4.
• MU-90 Torpedo Stabilizer Stabilization system for MU-90/IMPACT Advanced Lightweight Torpedo for vessel and fixed/rotary aircraft versions, delivered under the EuroTorp consortium.
• DC101-MS500 Antisubmarine Depth Charge Parachute 500 lb antisubmarine depth charge parachute stabilization system designed to be effective against double hull submarines, in collaboration with S.E.I.
• iSiS Harness/Container System Latest generation harness/container designed for advanced skydiving schools with latest technologies and materials, ergonomic and attractive design.
• TANGO Skydiving Parachute Skydiving parachute designed for balance of enjoyment and reliability with comfort, easy packing and low maintenance.
• MaXum Skydiving Parachute Latest generation 9-cell zp lightly elliptical canopy designed to match specifications of an all-around pilot.
• PurSang Skydiving Parachute Latest generation 9-cell zp radically elliptical canopy with advanced design providing high flight velocities and maneuverability.
• Vectra Skydiving Parachute Latest generation 7-cell zp lightly tapered canopy designed for an all-around pilot.
• EquinoX Skydiving Parachute 9-cell hybrid rectangular classic design canopy with easy handling and forgiving flight characteristics for beginner skydivers.
• RC Reserve Canopy 7-cell reserve canopy made of low porosity fabric and Spectra lines for reduced pack volume; FAA TSO-C23d and EASA ETSO-C23d certificated.
• SILK Ram-Air Wings for Powered Parachute Vehicles Family of ram-air wings designed for powered parachute vehicles up to 500 kg MTOW, ranging from 270 sq.ft to 500 sq.ft.
• Aeronautical Engineering Services Aeronautical engineering services including aerodynamic simulation, wind tunnel testing, and structural analysis of parachute and recovery systems for national and multinational aerospace projects.
• Parachute Training Services Training services including Packing, Repair and Maintenance Courses, Military Freefall Courses, and Canopy Piloting Courses for military paratrooper units and commercial customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• JANUS-400 operational from 1,500 Ft AGL to 25,000 Ft MSL
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

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No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EADS-Astrium GermanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 March 2012ARV (Advanced Reentry Vehicle) program led by EADS-Astrium Germany. CIMSA provides design and development of parachute recovery system and floatation system for Water Landing System under contract from Dutch Space.
• Dutch SpacecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 March 2012Contract from Dutch Space (EADS Astrium company) for ARV program. CIMSA provides parachute recovery system and floatation system for ESA Advanced Reentry Vehicle.
• FASTWing Consortium (Autoflug, CESA, EADS-ST, NLR, DLR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEU-funded R&D Multinational Consortium for developing large parafoil technology suitable for precision guided delivery of heavy loads. Autoflug (Germany), CIMSA (Spain), CESA (Spain), EADS-ST (Germany), NLR (Netherlands), and DLR (Germany) collaborated on the project involving wind tunnel testing and flight tests.
• CIMNE (International Center for Numerical Methods in Engineering)coreTechnology or IntegrationJoint venture with CIMNE from Barcelona Polytechnic University for developing PARACimSA simulation tool to predict dynamic behaviour of large ram air wings systems with twelve axis of freedom. Project funded by Generalitat de Catalunya and Spanish Ministry of Industry, Tourism and Commerce.
• CIMNE (International Center for Numerical Methods in Engineering)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with CIMNE for PC-SENSOR wireless data acquisition system for real-time measurements on parachute canopy and lines. Project partly financed by Ministry of Industry, Tourism and Trade and Generalitat de Cataluña.
• EuroTorp Consortium (WHITEHEAD ALENIA, DCN International, THALES)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMU-90/IMPACT Advanced Lightweight Torpedo project international consortium. CIMSA responsible for design, development and manufacturing of stabilization system for vessel and aircraft versions of the MU-90 torpedo.
• S.E.I. Società Esplosivi Industriali (Italy)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with S.E.I. for DC101-MS500 antisubmarine depth charge. CIMSA manufactures the in-air parachute stabilization system (P/N V36120.00) for the 500 lbs depth charge designed to be effective against double hull submarines.
• Mars Alternative Descent and Landing Technologies Project ConsortiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudy participation for Alternative Descent and Landing Technologies of a space module in Mars atmosphere, performed in joint venture with other engineering companies.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Airborne Systems: One of the world's largest military and cargo parachute manufacturers, directly competing with CIMSA in personnel military parachutes, aerial delivery systems, and aircraft deceleration chutes for defense customers worldwide.
• IrvinGQ: Historic military parachute manufacturer serving NATO and allied forces with personnel parachutes, cargo systems, and recovery products, directly comparable to CIMSA's military personnel and aerial delivery offerings.
• BRS Aerospace: Manufacturer of whole-aircraft parachute systems (BRS ballistic recovery) and ballistic parachute recovery systems for UAVs; referenced as CIMSA's integration partner and competes in the UAV recovery and general aviation parachute segment.
• Atair Aerospace: Specializes in guided airdrop systems and precision parachute delivery (including JPADS), directly competing with CIMSA's SHERPA, ACRIDS, and ONYX GPS-guided aerial delivery systems for military customers.
• Pioneer Aerospace (Collins Aerospace): Major supplier of cargo parachutes, extraction parachutes, and aerial delivery systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied forces; competes head-to-head with CIMSA's SHERPA, ACRIDS and extraction parachute product lines.
• Mills Manufacturing: U.S.-based manufacturer of personnel parachutes and aerial delivery equipment for U.S. and allied military forces, with overlapping product categories in troop, cargo, and extraction parachutes.
• FXC Corporation: Manufacturer of parachutes, parachute components, and related life-safety equipment including personnel, cargo and drogue systems for military and aerospace customers — directly comparable to CIMSA's core parachute product lines.

Others

• Airtec (CYPRES): Manufacturer of Automatic Activation Devices (AADs) integrated with parachute systems; CIMSA lists Airtec as an integration partner for military parachutes, making it a complementary ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor.

Regional players

• Butler Parachute Systems: U.S. parachute manufacturer focused on skydiving and sport parachutes with some military/aerospace programs; overlaps with CIMSA's TANGO, MaXum, PurSang and EquinoX sport canopy portfolio but serves primarily the North American market.

Broad incumbents

• Safran Parachute & Aerosystems: Broader aerospace prime offering parachute systems, braking parachutes, and recovery systems for military and civil aircraft as part of its wider portfolio; overlaps with CIMSA's EF-2000-style aircraft deceleration and personnel parachute businesses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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