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Pilatus has placed a new composites development and production center into operation in Nidwalden, Switzerland, its most expensive facility investment to date. The sustainable complex will consolidate composite-materials activities and house approximately 300 employees, expanding the manufacturer’s aerospace production capabilities.
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Pilatus has placed a new composites development and production center into operation in Nidwalden, Switzerland, its most expensive facility investment to date. The sustainable complex will consolidate composite-materials activities and house approximately 300 employees, expanding the manufacturer’s aerospace production capabilities.
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