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ALTEN acquires WEC

ALTEN has announced the acquisition of Woodford Engineering Consultancy (UK) Ltd (WEC), a provider of engineering services renowned for their expertise in developing and integrating systems into vehicle platforms.

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This strategic acquisition enhances ALTEN's systems engineering capabilities and positions it as a key partner within the UK aerospace and defence industry.

Founded in 2009 by a team of engineers from BAE Systems Airframe Systems design office, WEC has a rich history of delivering engineering solutions. Their team brings decades of experience at the forefront of British and European aircraft design, manufacture and support, having shaped the systems of iconic aircraft over the past 30 years.

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WEC's portfolio includes collaborations with industry blue-chip companies such as BAE Systems, the UK Ministry of Defence and Airbus. Their experience spans a diverse range of products, including civil and military aircraft, submarines and unmanned aerial vehicles. WEC's capabilities include fuel systems design and integration, systems engineering, advanced simulation and safety analysis.

Based in the heart of the UK aerospace and defence industry in Manchester and Bristol, WEC's strategic locations enhance ALTEN's commitment to serving these sectors. The acquisition allows ALTEN to leverage WEC's expertise and capabilities, offering an enhanced range of engineering services to deliver innovation in vehicle platform systems integration.

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The shared passion for exceptional design and technological advancement will continue to be the cornerstone of our operations. We are excited about the synergies this acquisition will bring and the continued excellence in service delivery that our clients expect from both ALTEN and WEC.

An ADS Member, ALTEN UK has its headquarters in London with a presence in Bristol, Chester, Coventry and Derby.

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