Where It All Began:
Our Founding Story
HEGGEMANN was founded in 1962, driven by a vision to innovate in the engineering sector. Our commitment to excellence has shaped our legacy and guided our growth.
Key Milestones in Our Journey
Discover how HEGGEMANN evolved from a local workshop to a global leader. Our journey is marked by significant achievements and innovations.
1962
Foundation & First Flight
• Paul & Maria Heggemann establish the company
• Metal frames for gliders mark our entry into aerospace
• Sets the stage for steady growth and diversification
1995
High-End Automotive & New HQ
• Move to today’s ground at Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport (PAD-LIP)
• Motorsport (Formular 1, Rallye) journey begins, leveraging aerospace know-how
• First Tier-1 customers in performance cars: Toyota, Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Bugatti
2000
360° Engineering Partner
• Shift from build-to-print supplier to full-service provider
• First landing-gear systems delivered (e.g., Zeppelin & Grob)
• In-house drop-test rig enables certified quality & safety
2006
Scaled Aerospace Production
• Launch of high-volume serial manufacturing—up to
100.000 units / year
• Major capacity boost and high end standards
• Foundation for long-term partnerships with top OEMs
2014
Advanced Systems & Digital Shop-Floor
• Deeper expertise in landing gear and engine components
• Roll-out of MES drives the first wave of shop-floor digitalization
2020
Next-Gen Processes
• Innovation focus: hot forming, WAAM additive, advanced water separators
• Further expansion of engineering and manufacturing capability
2025
Digital Aerospace Factory & Global Reach
• Digital Aerospace Factory: data-driven, smart-manufacturing blueprint
• Specialisation in landing gear, engine parts & complex assemblies
• Stronger global partnerships to co-develop new technologies and access new markets
