About

M1 Composites Technology

At M1, we offer a wide range of comprehensive aerospace solutions.

  • Aircraft Structural Repairs
  • Engineering Expertise
  • Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
  • Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
  • Welding

With industry-leading certifications in place, M1 is committed to achieving excellence in the aerospace industry.

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Lorenzo Marandola

President

Lorenzo Marandola, the President and Founder of M1 Composites Technology, boasts a 25-year career in aerospace, showcasing a robust blend of skills in engineering, business development, and project management. Armed with a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Concordia University and a PMP certification, Lorenzo has guided M1 Composites to the prestigious MACH 5 certification from Aero Montreal, a testament to the company’s commitment to excellence. His leadership is marked by efficiency and foresight in problem-solving, recognized with industry awards such as the 2014 Dunamis Award for Best New Business and the 2015 MercadOr Quebec Award for International Exports.

Beyond accolades, Lorenzo is actively involved in shaping the future of aerospace. Serving as a Board Member of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada and contributing to the Advisory Committee for the Concordia Centre for Composites, he demonstrates a commitment to industry collaboration and innovation, ensuring M1 Composites remains at the forefront of the ever-evolving aerospace landscape.

Company

Our mission and vision

  • Mission

To successfully engineer solutions in manufacturing and repair that keep the aerospace industry flying.

  • Vision

Propelled by our imagination, we will become the top aerospace solution provider in North America.

Core values

Integrity drives excellence

  • Respect

    Respect is the cornerstone of our culture, fostering collaboration, empathy, and inclusivity in everything we do.

  • Teamwork

    We foster a collaborative environment where each member’s skills and perspectives contribute to innovative solutions.

  • Passion

    Our team’s genuine enthusiasm for aerospace pushes us to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

  • Performance

    With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we are dedicated to delivering solutions that excel in every aspect.

  • Credibility

    Credibility is a result of our commitment to unwavering integrity, ensuring trust and reliability in all our endeavors.

Core values

Integrity drives excellence

Respect
Teamwork
Passion
Performance
Credibility

Respect is the cornerstone of our culture, fostering collaboration, empathy, and inclusivity in everything we do.

We foster a collaborative environment where each member’s skills and perspectives contribute to innovative solutions.

Our team’s genuine enthusiasm for aerospace pushes us to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we are dedicated to delivering solutions that excel in every aspect.

Credibility is a result of our commitment to unwavering integrity, ensuring trust and reliability in all our endeavors.

Then and now

Company History

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2012

M1 Composites Technology Inc. is founded by Lorenzo Marandola. M1 Composites purchases composite and sheet metal equipment from Aveos divestiture. M1 opens a 24,000 sq. ft. facility in Laval, strategically located between YUL and YMX airports, near OEMs.

2013

M1 Composites begins MRO operations as a Transport Canada Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO 23-12). M1 Composites receives Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CCGP) approval to work on military programs. M1 Composites’ Quality Management System achieves ISO 9001 & AS9100 certification.

2014

M1 Composites signs MRO license agreement with The Boeing Company. M1 offers engineering and certification services as a Transport Canada Design Approval Organization (DAO 14-Q-01). M1 Composites becomes the exclusive Canadian calibration provider for HEATCON Composite Systems of Seattle.

2015

M1 Composites receives US/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) approval to work on US military contracts. M1 signs license agreement with Airbus. M1 Composites relocates to new, state-of-the-art 26,000 sq. ft. facility in Laval.

2016

M1 Composites receives EASA Part 145 approval for MRO on EU registered aircraft.

2017

M1 Composites’ Quality Management System achieves AS9100B certification; the standard for maintenance, repair and overhaul in international aeronautics.

2018

M1 Composites’ Quality Management System transitions to the ISO 9001:2015, 9100 Rev. D & 9110 Rev. D certification.

2020

Construction begins for M1’s shop expansion to accommodate increasing inflow of repair and manufacturing work from new and existing customers.

2021

M1 is promoted to MACH 5 on the AeroMontreal MACH initiative, the highest award of the initiative. M1 is only the second company to achieve this accreditation. M1 installs 20ft by 12ft autoclave, to be able to perform composite repair and curing of B777 nacelles, and other large aircraft structures. M1’s expansion is completed, and the facility grows to 82,000 sq. ft. M1 Composites receives HKCAD acceptance (CAI/214) to perform maintenance on Hong Kong aeronautical products. The MACH initiative is designed to optimize the performance of Quebec’s aerospace supply chain and increase its global competitiveness.

2022

M1 begins to offer spares and exchange programs. M1 opens its new, state-of-the-art, near-field radome transmissivity testing facility. M1 is now able to inspect, repair, paint, transmissivity test, and certify radomes all in-house, driving significant reduction in TAT.

2023

M1 Composites achieves NADCAP approval for Chemical Processes.
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POLICIES

Corporate Social Responsibility

Sustainable Development Program

Our sustainable development program covers:

  • Compliance and Integrity
  • Environmental Protection
  • Health and Safety
  • Human Rights and Labour Relations
  • Anti-Corruption

A copy of this program can be found in the link below:

POL-24B CSR Sustainable Development Policy

We also believe that our suppliers must abide by the same set of principles to promote a healthy and sustainable supply chain.

POL-23B CSR Supplier Engagement Program

We have also become a member of associations promoting good sustainable development practices such as Future Earth and GODAN.

Code of Ethics

We have a set of ethical policies that we regularly enforce and closely follow. We require all employees to abide by them at all times.
Here is a copy of our Code of Conduct listed below:

M1 Composites Code of Ethics

Diversity in the Workplace and Industry

M1 Composites incorporates employee diversity and inclusion by recruiting internationally. Our employees represent over 20 countries across 5 continents (South Africa, Colombia, Philippines, USA, and many more).

To support and facilitate their integration in our company, we are partnered with a local school to provide communication and language courses.

Furthermore, we demonstrate our commitment to diversity in the industry by participating in the Air Canada Young Women in Aviation Day.

Environment

M1 Composites is committed to managing our activities in an environmentally responsible manner. One of our main objectives is to manufacture, assemble and repair our products in a way that minimizes environmental impact.

Please consult our environmental policy below:

POL-10B Environmental Policy

Hazardous Material

All hazardous material and supplies are properly identified, tracked, stored and monitored in designated locations in our facility. Our Kanban and Just-in-time supply chain management system allows for material cycle time to be reduced so that waste is minimized. We work closely with waste disposal vendors to ensure that hazardous material is disposed of properly.

Education

Education is one of the most powerful drivers of progress. Committed to inspire the next generation’s interest in aerospace and developing a pipeline of young talent for the aviation industry, M1 Composites partners with local and North American Schools (College, Universities and Trade schools) and with Aviation Organizations (Aéro Montréal, Canadian Council of Aviation & Aerospace, Air Transport Association of Canada). We also schedule student visits at our facility, to encourage graduates to work in the aerospace industry and to attract more students to aviation and aerospace programs.

M1 Composites is proud to invest in future engineers. We offer internships and we help future engineers in their projects (Rocket, Drones and Racing Car) by using our equipment, expertise and coaching. In addition, we provide parts that we are no longer using as well as expired materials to local schools, ultimately reducing unnecessary waste.

Furthermore, we support and provide contribution to the Fondation Du Cégep Édouard-Montpetit.

Health and Safety

At M1 Composites, we fully commit to providing a healthy, safe environment for our employees as well as for our community. Employees work in a welcoming, hazard-free environment as M1 Composites prioritizes employee safety and security in their day-to-day operations.

M1 Composites offers some extra-curricular physical activities. During the warmer months, M1 has an organized softball team as well as weekly friendly soccer games open to all employees.

M1 participates in annual charity events such as the 48-hour bike ride for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Air Canada Foundation Golf Tournament.

Here are some of the organizations we support and financially contribute to on a regular basis:

  • Air Canada Foundation
  • Dreams Take Flight
  • Fondation Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal
  • Fondation Marie-Louise Clarac
  • Hopital de Montréal pour enfants
  • Hopital Marie-Clarac
  • Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation
  • RMR Association

Please consult our health & safety policy below:

POL-11B Health and Safety Policy