Hexcel Corporation

Hexcel Corporation (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of high-performance structural materials. These materials include carbon fibers, specialty reinforcements, prepregs, honeycomb structures, adhesives, and engineered composite components. Hexcel’s products are widely used in commercial aerospace, space and defense, and industrial applications, where lightweight and high-strength materials are critical.

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Hexcel has grown into a key supplier for major aerospace OEMs such as Boeing, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin. The company operates through two primary business segments: Composite Materials and Engineered Products.

Business Segments:

1. Composite Materials: This segment includes the production of:

   • Carbon fibers and fabrics
   • Multi-axials and specialty reinforcements
   • Prepregs (pre-impregnated composite fibers)
   • Structural adhesives and molding compounds
   • Honeycomb and tooling materials
     These materials are used in aircraft structures, wind turbine blades, automotive components, marine vessels, and rail transportation.

2. Engineered Products: This segment focuses on:

   • Aircraft structures and components (e.g., wing panels, fairings, rotorcraft blades)
   • Semi-finished components for nacelles, flaps, elevators, and other surfaces
   • RF interference control products and dielectric absorber foams
     These products are tailored for both commercial and military aerospace platforms.