Airbus Opens Second Toulouse A320 Final Assembly Line

Updated on June 25, 2026 • 3 min read

Airbus has inaugurated its second modernized A320 Family final assembly line (FAL) at the Jean-Luc Lagardère facility in Toulouse, France, expanding production capacity as the company advances toward its target of manufacturing 75 A320 Family aircraft per month.

The new facility strengthens Airbus’ global industrial network and supports rising demand for the A321neo, the largest member of the A320 Family.

Expanding Global A320 Production Capacity

The opening of the second Toulouse line completes Airbus’ strategic objective of operating 10 A320 Family final assembly lines worldwide in 2026.

The global production network now includes:

• Four assembly lines in Hamburg, Germany
• Two assembly lines in Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
• Two assembly lines in Tianjin, China
• Two assembly lines in Toulouse, France

According to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury, the new line provides the flexibility and manufacturing capacity needed to support strong customer demand while maintaining high production quality.

Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

Located within the former A380 Jean-Luc Lagardère assembly building, the facility maximizes Airbus’ existing industrial footprint while introducing several advanced manufacturing technologies.

The new assembly line incorporates:

• Digital production controls
• Automated logistics systems
• Robotics-assisted operations
• Optimized workstation ergonomics

These technologies are designed to improve production efficiency, streamline workflows and support higher aircraft output without expanding the factory’s physical footprint.

Supporting the A321neo Production Ramp-Up

The additional assembly capacity is expected to play an important role in increasing deliveries of the Airbus A321neo, which continues to see strong demand from airlines worldwide.

The second Toulouse line complements recent production expansions at Airbus’ facilities in Mobile and Tianjin as part of the company’s long-term industrial growth strategy.

Workforce Expansion

The first Toulouse assembly line, inaugurated in July 2023, currently employs approximately 700 people.

As production ramps up on the new line, Airbus expects total employment across both Toulouse final assembly lines to increase to nearly 1,500 workers, supporting regional aerospace employment while enhancing production capability.

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Outlook

The completion of Airbus’ 10-line global A320 Family assembly network marks a significant milestone in the company’s production expansion strategy. As airlines continue modernizing fleets with more fuel-efficient narrow-body aircraft, Airbus is investing in digital manufacturing, automation and workforce growth to meet long-term delivery commitments.

The expanded Toulouse facility also demonstrates how aerospace manufacturers are repurposing existing industrial assets with advanced production technologies to increase capacity while improving operational efficiency and supporting future aircraft production growth.