Hexcel stresses supply security at Carbon Fiber Conference 2026
HXL•Hexcel sponsored the Carbon Fiber Conference 2026 in Huntsville, Alabama, where executives discussed rising aerospace and defense demand and the importance of supply security. The company is establishing additional carbon fiber manufacturing capacity in Decatur, Alabama.
1. Capacity plans
Hexcel executive Stephen Middleton said supply security is critical for aerospace and defense programs that last 20 to 30 years. Additional carbon fiber manufacturing capacity is being established in Decatur, complementing existing precursor production there and manufacturing in Salt Lake City.
