Geneva, Switzerland – Kugler Bimetal SA is proud to announce a collaboration with Lockheed Martin to support the development and supply of high-precision, finish-machined components for global aerospace and defense applications. The cooperation will take place at Kugler Bimetal’s advanced manufacturing facility in western Switzerland and is expected to deliver substantial long-term value.
This agreement supports Lockheed Martin’s offset obligations as part of the Swiss government’s F-35A procurement. It reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Switzerland’s industrial base and enhancing its position in the international defense and aerospace supply chain.
“We are honored to collaborate with Lockheed Martin on this important initiative,” said Vincent Gillet, CEO at Kugler Bimetal SA. “This project will contribute to long-term economic development through advanced manufacturing, job creation and international market access.”
As part of this collaboration, Kugler Bimetal will manufacture mission-critical components for a variety of applications, including hydraulic pump components, actuation mechanisms, landing gear systems and other specialized subsystems used in civil and military aircraft and land equipment.
The initiative leverages Kugler Bimetal’s long-standing expertise in bimetallic casting, precision machining and complex component finishing, ensuring that all parts meet the highest aerospace and defense standards for performance, durability and safety compliance.
This collaboration highlights the importance of linking advanced manufacturing to global aerospace and defense needs. It enhances Switzerland’s contribution to next-generation airborne platforms and supports allied nations with high-performance, precision-engineered components essential to modern mission-critical systems.
About Kugler Bimetal SA
Founded in 1854 and headquartered in Geneva, Kugler Bimetal SA is a privately held Swiss metallurgical firm specializing in high-performance bimetallic components. The company pioneered bimetal steel and Tokat® bronze solutions designed for extreme conditions – high loads, speeds, and temperatures – across industries such as aviation, defense, hydraulics, transport, and energy. Certified to the ISO9100 and holding several customer-specific approvals, it supplies hydraulic pump elements, bushings, journal bearings, and specialty subsystems engineered to the most exacting aerospace and defense quality standards.