Tunisia Welcomes New Player in the Aerospace Industry
Tunisia has welcomed a new entrant to its aerospace sector. On September 24, 2026, AKSA Composites, a Turkish company specializing in advanced composite materials, signed an industrial lease agreement with the Borj Cédria Ecopark. The announced investment stands at approximately $5 million.
A Historic First for AKSA Composites and Tunisia
According to the FIPA-Tunisia (Tunisian Investment Promotion Agency), this establishment marks two significant milestones:
- It is AKSA Composites’ first presence in Africa.
- It is the first implantation in Tunisia by a Turkish aerospace actor.
AKSA Composites is a subsidiary of the Turkish Akkök Group. The project aligns with Tunisia’s strategic goal of strengthening its high-value-added industrial activities. The company specializes in developing composite materials used in aerospace and other advanced industrial applications.
Beyond Investment: Technology Transfer and Local Integration
The significance of this project extends beyond the financial investment. Key strategic objectives include:
- Technology Transfer: Sharing expertise in advanced composite manufacturing.
- Skills Development: Enhancing local workforce capabilities.
- Supply Chain Integration: Incorporating Tunisian suppliers into international value chains.
From Initial Discussions to Concrete Implementation
The path to this investment began well before the September 2026 signing. According to the GITAS (General Directorate of Aerospace Industry), initial exchanges between AKSA Composites and the Tunisian aerospace ecosystem took place at the Hamburg Aviation Forum in 2025.
Subsequent discussions were facilitated with the support of FIPA-Tunisia, leading to the final decision to establish operations in Tunisia. In July 2026, FIPA had already announced that the company planned to launch its activities in Borj Cédria in the near future. The recent signing of the lease agreement thus marks the transition from a preparatory phase to a concrete industrial step.
