Airbus Defence & Space
Airbus Defence and Space is the defence, space and connected-intelligence division of Airbus SE, serving governments, NATO, the EU, ESA and NASA with military aircraft (A400M, C295, A330 MRTT, Eurofighter), satellites (OneSat, Arrow, Sentinel), space-exploration hardware (Orion ESM) and sovereign cybersecurity, generating €13.4B in FY2025 revenue.
- Company typePublic
- Founded2014
- HeadquartersHouston, United States
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Airbus Defence & Space does
Airbus Defence and Space is a wholly-owned operating division of Airbus SE (Societas Europaea, publicly listed under ticker AIR), headquartered in Leiden, the Netherlands with operational leadership in Germany. Formed in its current shape in 2014 by merging the group's Military Aircraft, Space Systems and Defence units, the division traces its lineage to 1970s European aerospace collaboration and the 1999-2003 consolidation that created the modern group structure. It serves sovereign and institutional customers — primarily national governments, defence ministries, NATO, the EU, ESA and NASA — across three business lines: Air Power (military aircraft, helicopters, unmanned systems), Space Systems (telecom satellites, Earth observation, space exploration), and Connected Intelligence (cybersecurity, secure communications, intelligence and data solutions).
The division's product portfolio spans crewed platforms such as the A400M Atlas tactical/strategic transport, the C295 tactical transport (now also produced domestically in India via the Tata Advanced Systems partnership), the A330 MRTT tanker-transport with certified Automatic Air-to-Air Refuelling (A3R), the Eurofighter Typhoon, and a new unmanned franchise anchored by the U760 Ravenstorm collaborative combat aircraft, the U740 Valkyrie UCCA (with Kratos), and the Bird of Prey counter-UAS interceptor. Space Systems delivers the OneSat software-defined satellite platform, Arrow telecommunications satellites for the Eutelsat OneWeb constellation, Sentinel-1 NG and Sentinel-6 Earth-observation satellites, the European Service Module powering NASA's Orion spacecraft on Artemis II, and the Starling sustainability data service. Connected Intelligence covers sovereign cyber (Airbus Protect, Airbus CyberSecurity, and pending Ultra Cyber acquisition), the Multi-Domain Combat Cloud (MDCC) digital combat platform, and C5ISR solutions. AI is embedded across the portfolio via NVIDIA-based onboard processors, computer-vision refueling, autonomous UAV coordination (Mindshare, MARS), and AI-driven space manufacturing.
Defence and Space generated €13.4B in revenue in FY2025 (up 11% YoY) with a record €17.7B in order intake and a €639M EBIT profit (vs. a €656M loss in 2024). Revenue mechanics are dominated by long-cycle, bilaterally negotiated government-to-government contracts with multi-year payment milestones (e.g., India C295 ₹21,935 crore / $3.5B, Canada Husky ~C$1.5B), complemented by commercial satellite platform sales (OneWeb Arrow), long-term service and sustainment for a fleet of 1,200+ military aircraft operated by ~110 customers, and emerging recurring data services (Starling). Distribution blends direct government sales, industrial offset/JV manufacturing (Tata Advanced Systems, Vadodara), and consortium-based development (Eurofighter, IRIS-T SLM, Team Gen 6, the planned Airbus-Thales-Leonardo space JV). Airbus operates from 180+ locations across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific and Africa/Middle East, supported by 18,000+ direct suppliers.
Airbus Defence & Space firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Airbus Defence & Space
- Legal name
- Airbus Defence and Space GmbH
- Website
- https://airbus.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 2014
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Short description
- Airbus Defence and Space is the defence, space and connected-intelligence division of Airbus SE, serving governments, NATO, the EU, ESA and NASA with military aircraft (A400M, C295, A330 MRTT, Eurofighter), satellites (OneSat, Arrow, Sentinel), space-exploration hardware (Orion ESM) and sovereign cybersecurity, generating €13.4B in FY2025 revenue.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Airbus Defence & Space industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Defense and Space Systems
- NAICS
- Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing (336415)
- SIC
- Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft (3721)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Military Aircraft Platforms (Fixed-Wing) (IMABAMAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) & Autonomous Aerial Platforms (IMABAMAC), Spacecraft Avionics, Flight Computers & Software (IMABACAI)
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Where Airbus Defence & Space is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Houston
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices15 records
Markets served
Airbus Defence & Space business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Military aircraft and helicopter sales: One-time major program sales and multi-year delivery contracts for defense aircraft (A400M, Eurofighter, C295, A330 MRTT, Tiger helicopters) to military customers. Drives €13.4B Defence and Space 2025 revenue. Order intake hit record €17.7B in 2025.
- Space systems and satellite programs: Sale of satellite platforms (OneSat, Arrow/OneWeb), Earth observation systems (Copernicus Sentinel-6/1 NG), space exploration modules (European Service Module for Orion), and ground systems. Includes €345M contract for Sentinel-1 NG radar instruments.
- Defense and space services: Long-term service contracts including maintenance, training, technical support for military aircraft fleets. Recurring service revenue for 1,200+ aircraft fleet support to 110 operators.
- Cybersecurity and connected intelligence: Revenue from cybersecurity products, sovereign cyber capabilities (Ultra Cyber Ltd), secure communications, encrypted data links, and Skynet secure communications infrastructure. Strategic pillar for European digital shield.
- Earth observation data and imagery services: Revenue from satellite imagery programs like Starling for supply chain compliance (Nestlé, coffee companies), geological surveys, maritime monitoring, and agricultural monitoring via Airbus Starling.
- Licensing and royalty income: Technology transfer and licensing arrangements including offsets under military procurement (e.g., C295 manufacturing technology to Tata Advanced Systems in India), and licensing royalties on intellectual property.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Defense procurement contracts |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels6 records
Airbus Defence & Space product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Airbus Defence & Space designs, manufactures, and supports military aircraft (Eurofighter, A400M, C295, A330 MRTT, Tiger helicopters), unmanned aerial systems (U760 Ravenstorm, Valkyrie UCCA, Bird of Prey, Flexrotor, Aliaca, SIRTAP), and space systems including software-defined satellites (OneSat, Arrow), Earth observation satellites (Sentinel-1 NG, Sentinel-6), and the European Service Module for NASA's Orion spacecraft. It also delivers cybersecurity, secure communications, and digital combat platforms (Multi-Domain Combat Cloud) through its Connected Intelligence unit.
Product overview
Airbus Defence & Space operates as a platform-plus-modules architecture organised around three core divisions — Military Aircraft (Air Power), Space Systems, and Connected Intelligence — with a deep portfolio spanning military aircraft, unmanned systems, satellites, space exploration hardware, cyber/defence solutions, and digital combat software. The Military Aircraft (Air Power) line includes the A400M Atlas tactical/strategic transport, C295 tactical transport (now produced domestically in India via Tata partnership), A330 MRTT tanker-transport (with certified A3R automatic refuelling), the Eurofighter Typhoon, and a new family of uncrewed combat aircraft anchored by the U760 Ravenstorm and the U740 Valkyrie UCCA (developed jointly with Kratos). The unmanned systems portfolio further includes the Flexrotor, Aliaca, SIRTAP tactical UAS and the Bird of Prey autonomous counter-UAS interceptor. The Space Systems line delivers the OneSat software-defined satellite platform (now integrated with Kratos EPOCH ground control), Arrow telecommunications satellites for the OneWeb/Eutelsat LEO constellation, the Sentinel-1 NG next-generation Earth observation radar satellites, Sentinel-6 climate monitoring satellites, the European Service Module (ESM) powering NASA's Orion spacecraft for Artemis, and the Starling Earth observation sustainability service. Connected Intelligence covers cybersecurity, intelligence and data solutions, the C5ISR product range, and the Multi-Domain Combat Cloud (MDCC) digital combat platform; this division will be expanded by the March 2026 acquisition of Ultra Cyber Ltd. Cross-cutting programmes include the SAETA II / ITS-C integrated combat training system for Spain and the IRIS-T SLM air defence system developed with Diehl Defence.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Airbus Protect: Airbus's cybersecurity services business, providing defensive cyber solutions to governments, militaries and critical infrastructure operators; cited as having ~600 employees and over 170,000 security applications deployed worldwide.
- Connected Intelligence
- Airbus CyberSecurity
- Airbus UpNext
Products and services
- A400M Atlas Military Transport Aircraft Tactical and strategic military airlifter designed for combat, humanitarian, and peacekeeping missions; can be reconfigured for personnel, cargo, and air-to-air refuelling roles.
- C295 Tactical Transport Aircraft Tactical military transport aircraft carrying 70 troops or 49 paratroopers; assembled in Seville, Spain, and now domestically in India via Tata Advanced Systems partnership.
- A330 MRTT Multi Role Tanker Transport Air-to-air refuelling and strategic transport aircraft with fully certified A3R computer-vision-based automatic refuelling capability for military customers.
- Eurofighter Typhoon Multirole fighter jet developed jointly with BAE Systems, Leonardo, and NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency; sold to national air forces.
- U760 Ravenstorm Uncrewed Combat Aircraft Uncrewed collaborative combat aircraft with 10-metre wingspan, designed for air-to-air combat, air-to-ground strikes with precision-guided munitions, and electronic warfare missions.
- Valkyrie UCCA (U740) Europeanized variant of XQ-58A Valkyrie developed jointly with Kratos Defense for the German Luftwaffe; targets combat readiness by 2029.
- Bird of Prey Uncrewed Interceptor Drone Autonomous interceptor drone with 2.5-metre wingspan carrying up to eight Mark I air-to-air missiles; designed for NATO integrated air defence to counter kamikaze drones.
- Flexrotor Uncrewed Aerial System VTOL tactical UAS with 12+ hours endurance and 8 kg payload, acquired through 2024 Aerovel acquisition; targeted at coastal security, border surveillance, firefighting, and search and rescue.
- Aliaca Uncrewed Aerial System Rapid-deployment UAS featuring 15-minute deployment and 100 km hybrid propulsion range, targeted at surveillance and security applications.
- SIRTAP Uncrewed Aerial System High-endurance UAS providing over 20 hours endurance with dual simultaneous payloads for surveillance applications.
- OneSat Software-Defined Satellite Next-generation software-defined telecommunications satellite platform allowing operators to instantly reshape coverage and reconfigure missions in-orbit.
- Arrow Telecommunications Satellites Airbus-built telecommunications satellites integrating MDA Space Ka-band and Ku-band antennas for the Eutelsat OneWeb LEO constellation.
- Sentinel-1 NG Earth Observation Satellite Next-generation Copernicus Earth observation radar satellite with 400km swath coverage and 5m x 5m resolution for the EU Copernicus programme.
- Sentinel-6B Climate Monitoring Satellite Copernicus programme ocean topography satellite with radar altimeter and microwave radiometer; performs centimetre-level sea level and ocean circulation monitoring until at least 2030.
- European Service Module (ESM) for Orion Powerhouse module of NASA's Orion spacecraft for the Artemis program, providing propulsion, energy, thermal control, and life support for astronauts in deep space.
- Multi-Domain Combat Cloud (MDCC) Cyber-resilient cloud-based network integrating air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains to enhance military operations through real-time information sharing.
- Connected Intelligence Cybersecurity Services Business unit focused on sovereign cybersecurity capabilities, secure communications, encrypted data links, and Skynet military applications.
- Intelligence and Data Solutions C5ISR product range including intelligence capabilities, satellite-based Earth observation, and secured satellite telecommunications for military and intelligence agencies.
- SAETA II / ITS-C Integrated Combat Training System Spain's new Integrated Combat Training System covering 30 HÜRJET-based aircraft to replace the Spanish Air Force's current F-5 fleet.
- A400M Mothership Variant Concept variant of the A400M Atlas designed to carry modular offensive ordnance and leverage the HADIS unmanned cargo glider.
- Starling Earth Observation Service Airbus satellite monitoring service for supply chain compliance, deforestation detection, and methane emissions tracking.
- Mindshare Collaborative Combat Software Software platform enabling collaborative combat, synchronized surveillance missions, and multi-domain integration with minimal human intervention.
- IRIS-T SLM Ground-Based Air Defence System Ground-based air defence system developed jointly with Diehl Defence; adopted by Germany, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Slovenia, Sweden, and Switzerland.
Quantifiable outcome
- Defence and Space revenue grew 11% YoY to €13.4 billion in 2025
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Companies that use Airbus Defence & Space
Customer profileNamed customers16 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Airbus Defence & Space technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
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Core technology
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App detail
Integration8 records
AI capability7 records
Feature14 records
Airbus Defence & Space partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
27 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship and core.
- Cerillion (with Colt, Omantel, stc, TELUS, EY, Wavelo)minorAirbus champion in HINT Phase III project (TM Forum Moonshot Catalyst) at DTW Ignite 2026; explores terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks combined with AI and intelligent edge for resilient supply chain ecosystems. Co-creators include Cerillion, CGI, Mavenir, Rakuten Symphony, SunTec, TCS.
- Thales Alenia SpaceflagshipAirbus awarded Thales Alenia Space a €345 million contract to develop and produce two next-generation C-band radar instruments for EU's Copernicus Sentinel-1 NG Earth observation constellation; first launch expected in 2034.
- SkyFall (Ukraine)coreMoU at ILA Berlin Air Show 2026 forming strategic partnership on air defense and counter-drone technologies. SkyFall interceptors neutralized 10,000+ Russian drones in combat. Airbus's third air defense deal in three days at ILA Berlin.
- Alta Ares (French counter-drone startup)minorPartnership to develop advanced drone detection and security capabilities for protecting critical infrastructure. Combines Airbus global aerospace expertise with Alta Ares AI-powered drone identification systems.
- Team Gen 6 consortium (German defense companies)flagshipAfter collapse of FCAS/SCAF fighter program, Airbus and seven German defense companies formed new consortium called Team Gen 6 to develop 6th-generation fighter. Positioning paper signed at ILA Berlin 2026. Spanish companies Indra, GMV, Grupo Oesia, Sener, ITP Aero forming up to join.
- Diehl DefencecoreSigned agreement at ILA Berlin 2026 to intensify cooperation in integrated air and missile defence. Building on IRIS-T SLM ground-based air defence system joint work. Plan to identify product enhancements and potentially establish 'battle lab' development environment. Adopted by Germany, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland.
- Coffee Canopy Partnership (JDE Peet's, Tchibo, Louis Dreyfus Company, Sucden, Neumann Kaffee Gruppe, Touton, Sucafina)minorAI-powered satellite system using Airbus imagery to track and monitor deforestation linked to coffee cultivation worldwide. Initially targets six East African countries before expanding to all coffee-growing regions by 2027. Responds to EU Deforestation Regulation.
- Advent International (Cobham Ultra group - Ultra Cyber Ltd)flagshipAirbus entered a definitive agreement to acquire Ultra Cyber Ltd from Cobham Ultra group, a portfolio company of Advent, for an undisclosed sum. The deal brings over 200 employees from Maidenhead into Airbus Defence and Space's Connected Intelligence business unit. Closes H2 2026 pending regulatory approvals. UBS advised Airbus, Clifford Chance provided legal counsel; Barclays advised Advent.
- Barclays (financial advisor for Advent)minorBarclays served as financial advisor for Advent International in the Airbus acquisition of Ultra Cyber Ltd; transaction expected to close in H2 2026.
- UBS Group AG (Airbus financial advisor)minorUBS Group AG advised Airbus in the Ultra Cyber Ltd acquisition; Clifford Chance provided legal counsel to acquirer.
- Clifford Chance LLP (Airbus legal counsel)minorClifford Chance provided legal counsel to Airbus in the Ultra Cyber acquisition; Kirkland & Ellis LLP also participated.
- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (Valkyrie collaboration)coreCollaborating on uncrewed collaborative combat aircraft (UCCA) for Germany's Luftwaffe based on Kratos Valkyrie platform. Includes development of Multiplatform Autonomous Reconfigurable and Secure (MARS) AI system. First flight scheduled for 2026.
- Indra (Spanish IT/digital)coreJoint selection for 18-month conceptual study for Spanish Air and Space Force's future SIGINT aircraft programme. Also leads avionics and mission systems for Spain's ITS-C Integrated Combat Training System.
- MediaTek (with ST Engineering iDirect, Keysight Technologies)coreMoU signed in Singapore to develop satellite communication technology for low-orbit satellites as 'space base stations' enabling direct mobile device connectivity. Target: commercial 5G NTN technology for general public use by end of 2027.
- Keysight TechnologiescoreCollaboration on UpNext SpaceRAN demonstrator to advance 5G non-terrestrial networks using software-defined satellite. Keysight providing PROPSIM satellite channel emulation and UeSim user segment emulation. Will conclude with advanced regenerative payload on Airbus LEO satellite with on-board signal processing.
- Leonardo, BAE Systems (Eurofighter consortium)flagshipLong-standing Eurofighter Typhoon and F-35 Lightning II programs managed by European defence consortia; key participants include Leonardo, BAE Systems, Airbus Defence & Space, and NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency.
- European Space Agency (ESA)flagshipJoint development of first metal 3D printer in space which produced its first metal component on ISS. ESA applying AI techniques through three projects supported by ESA to improve manufacturing processes for rockets (shot peen forming, friction stir welding, automated fiber placement).
- NASA (Artemis Orion ESM)flagshipAirbus developed the European Service Module (ESM) - the "powerhouse" of Orion - providing propulsion, energy, and thermal control. Prime contractor for ESA in the Artemis program.
- Leonardo and ThalesflagshipMoU signed to merge space operations into new joint venture unifying European satellite, communications, and Earth-observation capabilities. ~25,000 employees, ~€6.5B annual revenue, backlog covering 3+ years. Expected mid-triple-digit million-Euro annual synergies within 5 years; operational in 2027 subject to regulatory approval.
- Leonardo and Thales (joint European satellite constellations)flagshipMoU signed to develop joint European satellite constellations for intelligence and Earth observation, strengthening continental defence capabilities amid rising global tensions.
- ESA, MediaTek, Eutelsat, Sharp, ITRI, Rohde & SchwarzcoreWorld's first successful trial of 5G-Advanced Non-Terrestrial Network technology using Eutelsat OneWeb LEO satellites; demonstrated seamless 5G connectivity through satellite links.
- Türkiye (Eurofighter negotiations)flagshipNegotiations for 40 Eurofighter jets nearing finalization with Türkiye; supported by German and UK governments; long-term partnership for technological development and production.
- Kratos Defense & Security SolutionscoreTwo Valkyries being prepared for first flight with European Mission System for German Air Force. Partnership also includes EPOCH Command and Control software for software-defined satellites and OmanSat-1 ground segment. Targets combat readiness by 2029.
- Eutelsat (OneWeb)flagshipAirbus contracted to build Arrow telecommunications satellites for OneWeb low Earth orbit constellation extension. Repeat order for 880+ Ka-band and 440 Ku-band antennas via MDA Space. Eutelsat awarded Airbus extension contracts for 100 satellites in Dec 2024 and 340 additional satellites in Dec 2025.
- MDA Space LtdcoreContracted by Airbus to design and build 880+ Ka-band steerable antennas and 440 Ku-band user replacement antennas for OneWeb constellation, manufactured at MDA Space's Montréal facility and integrated into Airbus Arrow satellites.
- NVIDIAcoreSupply of 3,200 AI-enabled onboard data processors for Earth-observation satellites, valued at USD 186 million with Q2 2026 delivery.
- Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL)flagshipJoint venture to manufacture 40 of 56 C295 military transport aircraft at Vadodara facility in India under ₹21,935 crore ($3.5B) contract. The first Made-in-India C295 completed maiden test flight in 2026; over 85% structural work and final assembly done domestically with 13,000+ components from 30+ MSMEs.
Scale indicators13 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights7 records
Airbus Defence & Space competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- BAE Systems: Direct partner in the Eurofighter consortium and a co-participant in Team Gen 6; comparable European defense prime with overlapping military aircraft, electronics, cyber and naval offerings and similar sovereign/UK customer base.
- Leonardo: Direct partner in the Eurofighter program and planned co-venturer in the Airbus-Thales-Leonardo space JV; comparable portfolio across helicopters, defense electronics, and space, with overlapping European government customer base.
- Thales: Planned joint venture partner in the Airbus-Thales-Leonardo space merger and existing partner on Sentinel-1 NG radar; comparable European defense electronics, aerospace and digital identity/security portfolio addressing similar government customers.
- Saab: European mid-tier defense prime directly competing in fighter aircraft (Gripen vs Eurofighter), military radar, ground-based air defense and uncrewed systems; comparable sovereign European positioning with shared Scandinavian/NATO customer base.
Broad incumbents
- Lockheed Martin: Largest US defense prime with direct overlap in military aircraft (F-35 as Eurofighter competitor), space (Orion/ESM counterpart), missile defense and integrated air/missile defense; a benchmark for size and the principal competitor in sixth-gen fighter and satellite markets.
- Boeing Defense, Space & Security: US incumbent with directly overlapping fixed-wing military aircraft, space systems, satellite manufacturing and government services; competes head-to-head with Airbus in tanker (KC-46 vs A330 MRTT) and transport aircraft.
- Northrop Grumman: US incumbent and direct competitor in space systems (Sentinel/OneWeb analogue Earth observation, classified satellite programs) and uncrewed combat aircraft (X-47B lineage vs Airbus Valkyrie/Ravenstorm); explicitly named as a target competitor by the Airbus-Thales-Leonardo space JV.
- RTX (Raytheon Technologies): US defense prime with comparable missile defense (Patriot, NASAMS — analogous to IRIS-T SLM), propulsion (Pratt & Whitney vs Safran/ArianeGroup) and integrated air defense offerings; competes on European integrated air and missile defense opportunities.
- General Dynamics: US defense prime with comparable land systems, combat vehicles (Abrams, Stryker) and Gulfstream-derived special mission aircraft; a broad incumbent competing for the same European and NATO government procurement budgets.
Emerging players
- SpaceX: Private launch and LEO constellation operator explicitly named as a competitive target by the Airbus-Thales-Leonardo space JV; rising competitor in sovereign launch and direct-to-device NTN that could compress European space economics.
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Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat7 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about Airbus Defence & Space
What does Airbus Defence & Space do?
Airbus Defence & Space designs, manufactures, and supports military aircraft (Eurofighter, A400M, C295, A330 MRTT, Tiger helicopters), unmanned aerial systems (U760 Ravenstorm, Valkyrie UCCA, Bird of Prey, Flexrotor, Aliaca, SIRTAP), and space systems including software-defined satellites (OneSat, Arrow), Earth observation satellites (Sentinel-1 NG, Sentinel-6), and the European Service Module for NASA's Orion spacecraft. It also delivers cybersecurity, secure communications, and digital combat platforms (Multi-Domain Combat Cloud) through its Connected Intelligence unit.
Is Airbus Defence & Space a public or private company?
Airbus Defence & Space is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Airbus Defence & Space founded?
Airbus Defence & Space was founded in 2014. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Airbus Defence & Space based?
Airbus Defence & Space is headquartered in Houston, United States, in the North America region.
How does Airbus Defence & Space make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Military aircraft and helicopter sales are the primary driver. The others are space systems and satellite programs, defense and space services, cybersecurity and connected intelligence, earth observation data and imagery services and licensing and royalty income.
Who are Airbus Defence & Space's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are BAE Systems, Leonardo, Thales and Saab. Broad incumbents are Lockheed Martin, Boeing Defense, Space & Security, Northrop Grumman, RTX (Raytheon Technologies) and General Dynamics. SpaceX is listed as an emerging player.
Does Airbus Defence & Space have an API?
No public API is recorded for Airbus Defence & Space.
What industry is Airbus Defence & Space in?
Airbus Defence & Space's product category is Defense and Space Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABAMAA, Military Aircraft Platforms (Fixed-Wing), with a secondary code of IMABAMAC, Military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) & Autonomous Aerial Platforms. Its NAICS code is 336414 and its SIC code is 3760.