Rexell of Belgium announced that it will expand its influence in the aerospace industry and will produce polyurethane foam components for Elon Musk's rocket and spacecraft manufacturer Space X.
According to the French business newspaper L'Echo, CEO of Rixel, Olivier Chapelle, said: 'Our products can isolate the interior of the cabin from vibration-related noise. This can protect humans during take-off. satellite.
The executive said that Rixel is currently developing new polyurethane foams to increase its hydrophobicity. According to Chapelle, these foams will enable SpaceX's Falcon heavy super heavy carrier rockets to float in the ocean while landing at sea.
Chapelle did not disclose the value of the contract with Space X.
Chapelle said that this is not our main income, but it is an example of our company's adaptation to customer needs.
The statement was announced at the daily general meeting of shareholders held at the company’s headquarters in Brussels.