2 August 2024

Senior plc and Deutsche Aircraft GmbH sign contract for the D328eco™ Regional Turboprop platform at the Farnborough International Airshow

Senior plc ("Senior"), an international manufacturer of high technology components and systems, announces that it has been awarded a life of programme contract by the German original equipment manufacturer Deutsche Aircraft GmbH ("Deutsche Aircraft") for the design, development and manufacture of the Bleed Air System and the Engine Build Up ("EBU") system for the D328eco aircraft.  The Senior Aerospace EBU system will interface between the PW127XT‑S engines and the aircraft.

The D328eco will be the most advanced, energy efficient and cost-effective new 40-seater regional turboprop making it a new benchmark in aviation.  Based on the D328^® turboprop aircraft, it will have advanced flight deck capabilities, a SAF-compatible airframe, and highly efficient engines.

The D238eco's reduced carbon footprint demonstrates that Senior and Deutsche Aircraft have an important role to play in the decarbonisation of the aerospace industry, with both businesses committed to achieving Net Zero sustainability goals.  Senior has been given an "A" rating by CDP for its 2022 and 2023 work on climate disclosure / action and has also received an "A" rating for Supplier Engagement in 2022 and 2023.  Deutsche Aircraft is designing the first 100% carbon neutral aircraft Final Assembly Line in the industry.

Design is being undertaken at the Senior Aerospace SSP facility in Burbank, California, USA while manufacturing of the system will be undertaken at the Senior Aerospace Bird Bellows facility in Congleton, Cheshire, UK.  Deutsche Aircraft's production of the D328eco aircraft will take place at Leipzig / Halle Airport, Germany.

Commenting from the Farnborough International Air Show, Launie Fleming, CEO of Senior Aerospace, said: "We are delighted to be awarded this contract from Deutsche Aircraft for the advanced, sustainable D328eco platform which is a tangible example of our purpose in action - helping to engineer the transition to a sustainable world for the benefit of all our stakeholders.  We look forward to collaboratively supporting DAG through the development of this exciting new aircraft."

Dave Jackson, CEO of Deutsche Aircraft, commented on this new partnership, stating: "We are looking forward to our collaboration with Senior, a manufacturer of high technology components and systems provider that will support the EBU for the innovative new turboprop, the D328eco."

About Deutsche Aircraft

Deutsche Aircraft is a German aircraft manufacturer built on the heritage of aviation pioneers that continues to propel the aviation industry forward with innovative solutions.  Supported by a highly skilled and passionate team of international engineers and aviation experts, Deutsche Aircraft is developing the most advanced regional aircraft on the market: the D328eco.  As type certificate holder and service partner for existing D328 (both prop and jet) operators worldwide, the company is uniquely positioned to complement the existing fleet with this next-generation aircraft.

Deutsche Aircraft employs the latest technologies and best practices to ensure the highest levels of reliability, efficiency and sustainability for the D328eco.  As a strategic partner for the sustainable development of regional air transport, Deutsche Aircraft is working with key players in the industry to achieve climate-neutral flights. www.deutscheaircraft.com

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About Senior Aerospace

Senior Aerospace provides high technology products and systems for demanding applications in the aerospace & defence and adjacent markets.  Our product portfolio spans a wide range of fluid conveyance and thermal management components and sub-systems, as well as complex structural parts and assemblies, for fixed and rotary-wing aircraft, aero-engines, spacecraft, and a variety of other industrial applications.  With a global footprint, Senior Aerospace manufactures proprietary design and build-to-print products for customers around the world that meet today's challenges and is actively engaged in developing products and capabilities for a low-carbon sustainable future.

About Senior

Senior is a FTSE 250 international engineering and manufacturing Group with operations in 12 countries.  It is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange (symbol SNR).  Senior's Purpose is "we help engineer the transition to a sustainable world for the benefit of all our stakeholders".  Senior designs and manufactures high technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace & defence, land vehicle and power & energy markets.  Further information on Senior plc may be found at: www.seniorplc.com

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