- Wipro Infrastructure Engineering is acquiring a majority stake in Groupe LAUAK to form a new global aerospace entity.
- The alliance enhances manufacturing capabilities and expands market reach across Europe, India, and North America.
- Wipro LAUAK is set to strengthen India’s aerospace manufacturing base while supporting global OEM programs.
In a significant development unveiled at the Paris Air Show 2025, Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (WIN), a part of Wipro Enterprises, announced the acquisition of a majority stake in the French aerospace manufacturer Groupe LAUAK. The move is poised to enhance India’s aerospace capabilities and reshape global Tier-2 supply chains with expanded offerings and cross-border synergy.
The deal, currently in the final stages of regulatory clearances, will result in the formation of a joint entity, Wipro Lauak. Groupe LAUAK’s current CEO, Mikel Charritton, will continue to lead operations, maintaining continuity while aligning with Wipro’s strategic expansion into the European aerospace market.
Complementary Strengths in Aerospace Manufacturing
Wipro Aerospace, the aerospace division of WIN, has grown rapidly since its inception in 2013. Through its capabilities in precision machining, hydraulic systems, and structural assemblies, it caters to major global aerospace programs. The company operates manufacturing facilities in India, Israel, and the United States, serving programs for Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin.
Wipro Aerospace’s recent projects, as outlined on its official website, include the manufacturing of:
- Landing gear and flight control actuators
- Nose-gear and main-gear structural components
- Precision-machined parts for aircraft such as Boeing 737 MAX, 777X, Airbus A350, and A320neo
- Power door actuators, wing components, and strut assemblies
Wipro also operates Wipro 3D, its metal additive manufacturing business, which supports design-led innovation in aerospace and defence platforms.
Groupe LAUAK, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Hasparren, France, specialises in:
- Sheet metal and structural fabrication
- Tube bending, hot forming, and mechanical welding
- Assembly of structural and engine hardware
With over 1,700 employees across facilities in France, Portugal, Mexico, Canada, and India, LAUAK’s clients include Airbus (A320, A330, A350), Dassault (Rafale), Embraer, and Safran.
Strategic Alignment and Global Reach
The acquisition enhances Wipro’s footprint in Europe and grants access to LAUAK’s long-standing relationships with major aerospace OEMs. The companies bring together two manufacturing heritages that can complement each other in terms of geography, domain capabilities, and technological depth.
“The planned acquisition represents a significant moment in our journey to build a global aerospace solutions platform,” said Pratik Kumar, CEO of Wipro Infrastructure Engineering and Managing Director of Wipro Enterprises. “LAUAK’s precision and legacy perfectly align with our strategic goals.”
Mikel Charritton added, “This partnership opens up new opportunities to innovate and internationalise. Together, we aim to enhance value for customers across continents.”
With aerospace suppliers facing increasing demands for program agility, efficiency, and quality, the combined entity is expected to deliver a wider range of high-performance components to commercial and defence platforms worldwide.
Elevating India’s Aerospace Capabilities
The integration also aligns closely with India’s industrial vision. With the aerospace sector marked as a key pillar in the country’s manufacturing policy, Wipro LAUAK is expected to strengthen India’s position as a capable and reliable contributor to the global aerospace ecosystem.
LAUAK’s facility in Bengaluru, inaugurated in 2024, is expected to expand its operational scale and technical capabilities. The introduction of processes such as superplastic forming, complex welding, and quality systems that meet global aerospace standards (NADCAP, EN9100) can significantly raise the technological bar for aerospace manufacturing in India.
This consolidation also fosters local employment, skill development, and potential new supply linkages for both domestic and global OEMs. Analysts suggest that such strategic deals will help accelerate India’s transformation into a preferred aerospace hub, especially for precision components and high-tolerance assemblies.
Industry Insight
Industry observers see the deal as indicative of the evolving dynamics in the aerospace supply chain. With OEMs pushing for geographically diversified partners and reduced single-region dependency, the Wipro–LAUAK alliance provides a stronger, more resilient offering.
The venture also reflects the evolving aspirations of Indian industrial companies aiming to deepen their footprint in high-value sectors, such as precision engineering and aerospace manufacturing, beyond traditional strongholds like IT and services.
A Future-Focused Alliance
Assemblies. Photo: Wipro Givon
As the aerospace sector undergoes a transformation fuelled by rising demand and shifting supply chain dynamics, the formation of Wipro LAUAK marks a strategic inflexion point. The alliance brings together proven aerospace capabilities from two regions—Europe and India—each contributing specialised expertise, customer relationships, and industrial infrastructure.
With Wipro’s established foundation in actuators and precision engineering, and LAUAK’s legacy in structural manufacturing and metallic assemblies, the partnership is positioned to serve a broad spectrum of aerospace needs. As integration progresses, this combined entity will likely emerge as a more agile and responsive supplier to global OEMs, while also contributing meaningfully to India’s aerospace ambitions.
Assemblies. Photo: Wipro Givon
The formation of Wipro LAUAK highlights an intent to expand global aerospace supply capabilities through increased manufacturing capacity, a broader geographic presence, and deeper collaboration across established engineering domains.
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