Molex Expands Aerospace & Defense Reach with AirBorn Integration
Molex has bolstered its aerospace and defence division with the integration of AirBorn's portfolio. This strategic move, facilitated by Arrow Electronics, is set to expand the reach of high-reliability interconnect solutions across global markets.
Arrow Electronics, a key supplier to the global aerospace and defence industry, has added AirBorn, a Molex company, to its North American and EMEA IP&E components portfolio. This collaboration aims to strengthen Arrow's role in the sector and provide customers with innovative, high-reliability interconnect solutions.
AirBorn, with its seven global manufacturing facilities, brings a wealth of experience to the table. The company specialises in connectors, cable assemblies, military-grade flexible circuits, and high-level box builds, serving defence, aerospace, commercial air, space exploration, medical, and industrial markets. Mike Cole, senior vice-president at Molex, expressed excitement about the collaboration, highlighting the potential to expand these solutions for customers.
Arrow Electronics' strong global footprint in aerospace and defence technology, coupled with AirBorn's expertise, is expected to create a powerful synergy. Aiden Mitchell, global senior vice-president at Arrow Electronics, echoed this sentiment, stating that AirBorn's addition strengthens Arrow's role as a key supplier in the global aerospace and defence industry.
The integration of AirBorn's portfolio into Molex's new aerospace and defence division, facilitated by Arrow Electronics, is poised to significantly enhance the availability and diversity of high-reliability interconnect solutions. This strategic move is anticipated to benefit both companies and their customers in the global aerospace and defence industry.
