Airbus has joined forces with Siemens under a new framework agreement to accelerate the decarbonization of its major industrial and manufacturing sites in the United States and the United Kingdom, marking a major step toward the aerospace giant’s 2030 net-zero operations goal. The collaboration focuses on integrating renewable energy, deploying low-carbon heat systems, and implementing digital energy management tools across Airbus’ facilities.

Building a Digital Blueprint for Industrial Decarbonization

Under the agreement, Siemens will develop a comprehensive decarbonization masterplan for four Airbus sites, combining engineering analysis, infrastructure design, and long-term implementation strategies. The initiative will deploy Energy System Twins, digital simulation models that analyze energy flow, demand, and infrastructure to map out the most efficient pathways to reduce carbon emissions and optimize energy use. Engineering studies will begin immediately, with the rollout of new systems set for 2026. Siemens’ Buildings business will lead the program, supported by Capgemini, which has been appointed to provide consulting on governance, planning, and project management for the first phase.

“Our collaboration with Airbus is built on years of mutual trust and shared ambition,” said Susanne Seitz, CEO of Siemens Smart Infrastructure – Buildings. “It highlights Siemens’ capability to deliver scalable technologies that make the energy transition not only sustainable but achievable. Airbus and other industrial leaders can confront climate challenges while boosting resilience and competitiveness.”

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Smart Energy Systems and Low-Carbon Heat Integration

The partnership will bring together multiple clean technology solutions, tailored to each site’s energy profile and geography. Among the measures being implemented are:

Heat decarbonization through the adoption of high-efficiency heat pumps to replace fossil-based systems.
Energy efficiency upgrades to reduce consumption across facilities, with a 20% reduction target.
Deployment of smart metering systems and intelligent controls for real-time monitoring and optimization.
On-site renewable energy integration, including solar generation and battery storage.
Advanced smart energy management platforms to harmonize supply and demand across the industrial network.

These efforts form a core part of Airbus’ broader goal to cut Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 85% by 2030, relative to a 2015 baseline.

Operational Resilience Meets Climate Action

The agreement signals a shift in how major manufacturers approach energy infrastructure treating decarbonization as both an environmental and operational strategy. For Airbus, the initiative builds on ongoing efforts to transform its industrial footprint, combining sustainability goals with enhanced energy security and cost efficiency.

“Collaborating with trusted partners is key to building a more resilient industrial footprint,” said Florent Massou dit Labaquere, EVP Operations of Airbus Commercial Aircraft. “The expertise of our colleagues in the U.K. and U.S., together with Siemens’ technical know-how, will keep us on track to meet our energy and emission reduction targets.”

By integrating digital twins, renewable energy, and data-driven energy management, the Airbus–Siemens partnership exemplifies a model for how heavy industry can decarbonize complex operations without compromising productivity.

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A Template for the Aerospace Industry’s Net-Zero Transition

The collaboration also reinforces the decarbonization momentum within the aerospace and defense sectors, which are under growing scrutiny for their energy intensity and reliance on carbon-heavy supply chains. Airbus has already committed to achieving net-zero industrial operations by 2050, supported by initiatives that include green hydrogen development, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) integration, and renewable-powered manufacturing sites. For Siemens, the project is another milestone in applying smart infrastructure solutions to energy-intensive industries. The company’s Energy System Twins technology is expected to play a pivotal role, offering a replicable framework for manufacturers worldwide to design and manage low-carbon factories at scale. As global aerospace production ramps up to meet surging demand, the Airbus–Siemens initiative sets a precedent: digital decarbonization backed by data, innovation, and partnerships will define the industry’s path to climate neutrality.

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