TOULOUSE, FRANCE. – October 7th, 2026
Vaupell is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist in the Game Changer category at the Airbus Supplier Awards 2026. The nomination highlights suppliers who demonstrate an innovation mindset through groundbreaking product development or digital innovation, and help transform the way Airbus works and the solutions they offer.
Representing Vaupell at the Airbus Global Supplier Conference in Toulouse, CEO Mark Goss and Chief Commercial Officer Matthias Hacker joined CEO’s and senior leaders of the Top 250 Tier 1 suppliers from around the world to align strategic direction, operational priorities and celebrate projects which deserved an excellence award across 6 categories of the Airbus supply chain. Being a finalist for the second consecutive year is a significant achievement for Vaupell. Following last year’s finalist recognition in the Sustainable Future category, this year’s nomination further demonstrates the company’s growing reputation as a trusted innovation partner for Airbus.
The Game Changer nomination recognizes Vaupell’s contributions to innovation, new product development, and research activities within the Cabin Build-to-Print environment. Through continuous investments in engineering expertise, our people, advanced manufacturing technologies, and development initiatives, Vaupell has consistently delivered innovative solutions that create value for customers while supporting the evolving needs of the aerospace industry. Receiving the finalist award is an accomplishment that demonstrates the strength of Vaupell’s innovation strategy, and the confidence Airbus places in our capabilities. The highlight was on Vaupell’s proactive approach to innovation, whereby the team regularly develops and proposes new solutions, including unsolicited concepts that help Airbus identify competitive technical options while also creating compelling business cases. It also reflects the close collaboration between Vaupell and Airbus across multiple programs and locations. By combining technical expertise, operational excellence, and a commitment to innovation, we continue to drive meaningful advancements in aircraft interior solutions.
We would like to sincerely thank Airbus for this recognition and for the strong partnership that continues to drive innovation throughout the aviation industry. Being recognized as a finalist in the Airbus Supplier Awards motivates us to continue investing in new technologies, our people and future-focused developments that help shape the next generation of aircraft interiors.
About the Airbus Supplier Awards
The Airbus Supplier Awards are presented annually to recognize suppliers for outstanding achievements and contributions across areas such as innovation, operational performance, sustainability, quality, and customer support. The awards celebrate companies that play a critical role in advancing the future of aerospace.
