Airbus has  signed a long-term supply agreement with 3M to provide thermal and acoustic insulation solutions for the aircraft cabin.

The thermal materials will help improve the aircraft’s operational performance, while the acoustic insulation will be integrated throughout the cabin to absorb and reduce engine and airframe noise, creating a more pleasant environment for passengers and crew.

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“Our long-term agreement with Airbus reflects the value of deep collaboration in bringing advanced materials science to the future of aviation,” said Eric Forbes, vice president of Aerospace and Defence at 3M. “Together, we are helping enhance both comfort and performance through technologies that passengers can feel directly in the cabin and that airlines can rely on across the life of the aircraft.”

The 3M–Airbus relationship isn’t based on a single umbrella contract; it’s a longstanding supplier partnership spanning multiple aircraft programs and material categories.