Woodward, Inc.

Woodward, Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Founded in 1870 and headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, the company's mission is to enhance global quality of life by creating innovative energy control solutions that optimize the performance, efficiency, and emissions of its customers' products.

The company's extensive product portfolio includes control systems and components such as pumps, actuators, sensors, and fuel nozzles. These solutions are applied across diverse market segments, including commercial and military aircraft, power generation, oil and gas, marine, transportation, and other industrial applications. Woodward's offerings focus on fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion, and motion control systems, aiming to deliver cleaner, more reliable, and more efficient equipment.

Under the leadership of Chairman, President, and CEO Chip Blankenship, Woodward continues to expand its market presence and technological capabilities. Recent strategic moves include the completion of the acquisition of Valve Research & Manufacturing Company in March 2026, enhancing its aerospace flow control valve offerings. The company reported strong financial performance in Q2 FY2026, with net sales exceeding $1 billion for the first time, driven by robust demand in both its aerospace and industrial segments. Woodward is actively involved in partnerships, such as agreements with Lufthansa Technik and AAR for LEAP engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services and commercial distribution, further solidifying its market positioning.