Bost Solidifies Aerospace Expertise with Delivery of VTL 62 CY 6000 Aero Premium for Ariane 6 Programme

In a landmark achievement for the company, Bost, the Spanish machine tool builder, concluded 2024 with a “particularly notable project” – the design and manufacture of the VTL 62 CY 6000 Aero Premium vertical lathe, a heavy-duty machine destined for Airbus Defence and Space’s Getafe plant. This significant project strengthens Bost’s position as a major player in the aerospace sector, and further consolidates its involvement in the Ariane 6 space launcher programme.

The VTL 62 CY 6000 Aero Premium, developed specifically to meet the stringent demands of the aerospace industry, embodies precision, robustness, and versatility—key attributes required for manufacturing critical aerospace components. This machine joins a series of advanced manufacturing solutions Bost has supplied to ArianeGroup and its key suppliers in France, playing a pivotal role in the production of crucial parts for the European Ariane 6 launcher.

This advanced vertical lathe marks Bost’s continued support for high-profile projects such as the Ariane 6 programme, a cornerstone initiative aimed at cementing Europe’s leadership in the commercial satellite launch market and institutional space missions. With the Ariane 6 programme led by ArianeGroup, the objective is to solidify Europe’s standing as a global benchmark in space capabilities, and Bost is proud to contribute to this ambitious goal.

The VTL 62 CY 6000 Aero Premium represents the result of advanced engineering and a collaborative effort designed to meet the demanding requirements of precision and reliability that are critical in the aerospace industry. This machine is not only a testament to Bost’s engineering excellence but also reinforces the company’s commitment to supporting space exploration and advanced manufacturing solutions.

In addition to the VTL 62 CY 6000 Aero Premium, Bost has delivered several other machines for the production of key Ariane 6 programme components, demonstrating the company’s deep-rooted expertise in developing solutions for highly demanding industries, particularly aerospace.

The success of this project exemplifies Bost’s capability to meet the most challenging requirements and highlights its continued focus on delivering advanced manufacturing solutions that support the future of aerospace and space exploration.