Wedoany.com Report on Mar 18th, Sirius Space has announced the acquisition of AMM-42, a precision engineering company located in Chandon (Loire department), previously owned by the ACI group. This acquisition aims to enhance Sirius Space's industrial capabilities and accelerate the manufacturing process for its reusable launch vehicles.

AMM-42 specializes in precision engineering and the machining of complex metal components. With 35 employees, it possesses specialized expertise in milling, machining, and mechanical assembly. Through this transaction, Sirius Space integrates the company into its production chain for space programs, particularly for structural components of launch vehicles.

Antoine Fourcade, President and Co-founder of Sirius Space, stated: "Space is an extremely demanding industry. Beyond financing, industrial strategy, technological mastery, and production capacity are key. The integration of AMM-42 aligns perfectly with this approach." He added, "By strengthening our production capacity in France, we are equipping ourselves to support the acceleration of the space industry and make a concrete contribution to European space sovereignty."

This acquisition is part of Sirius Space's vertical integration strategy, aimed at securing critical industrial technologies for manufacturing its reusable launch vehicles. AMM-42 will join Sirius's industrial park, working in synergy with SERM, established in 2025, which focuses on advanced metal fabrication, such as the production of engines and turbopumps.

Sirius Space continues to advance the development of its reusable launch vehicle. Currently, one engine is in the qualification phase, with comprehensive testing planned for the first half of 2026. The first flight of the SIRIUS 1B demonstrator is scheduled for the first half of 2027 to validate the performance of technical modules under real conditions.

Founded in 2020, Sirius Space Services focuses on small satellite launch solutions, aiming to enhance the sustainability of space access and European sovereignty through commercial services. Its launch vehicle family is capable of placing satellites weighing up to 1,100 kg into low Earth orbit and has won relevant project tenders under the France 2030 framework.