Airbus Defence and Space.
division of Airbus Group (SE) specialized in the defense and aerospace industry
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Airbus Defence and Space is advancing European counter-UAS architecture and supplying the needs of the NATO defense sector.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Airbus is utilizing Antonov aircraft for ferrying parts, while Macron's office monitors the industrial situation.Some support1 report
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India procured C-295 transport aircraft from Airbus, AMCA delays were noted, and the Ministry contracted HAL for Tejas aircraft production.Some support1 report
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Airbus Defence and Space is manufacturing OneWeb satellites for Eutelsat operational use, utilizing SpaceX for launches and operating from a base in France.Some support1 report
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Agreement reached on the design, manufacturing, and launch of OmanSat-1, while developing Duqm as a regional commercial launch hub.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Airbus Defence and Space, Europe, and Dassault Aviation are involved in the development of a next-generation fighter jet, with Europe requiring shared costs and technologies.Some support1 report
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Collaboration led to training and technology transfer for Airbus Defence and Space.Some support1 report
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French firms are eyeing potential projects in Vietnam.Some support2 reports
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Airbus is converting A330 aircraft to meet the requirements of the Canadian Air Force.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A new company, Exploration Company, has been founded, leveraging experience gained at Airbus, to focus on developing European-built space capsules and promoting sector cooperation.Some support1 report
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Airbus Defence and Space initiates the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) as part of a consortium with Destinus, focused on interoperability with NATO IAMD.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Airbus Group operates through its two main segments: Airbus Helicopters and Airbus Defence and Space.Some support8 reports
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Airbus Defence and Space is involved in the Canadian defense sector, coinciding with Canada's mobilization of allies for the DSRB founding.Some support1 report
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Airbus and Dassault discuss the failure of the FCS component and outline a new aviation strategy for national security.Some support2 reports
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China, the Indian Air Force, Airbus Defence and Space, and Dassault Aviation are involved in discussions regarding modernizing air forces, seeking partnerships in European fighter programs, and managing workshare disputes.Some support1 report
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Helsing secured a national air warfare contract in Germany, while the broader joint fighter jet projects faced collapse due to internal feuds.Some support1 report
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Kawasaki and Airbus signed a preliminary agreement to adapt Eurodrone from Europe.Some support1 report
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NSPA procured aerial target drone capabilities and supported an annual live fire exercise.Some support1 report
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Airbus Defence and Space has been established as the successor entity to Airbus Military.Some support1 report
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The German aerospace industry association was active on June 12th, representing the growth and current state of the sector.Some support1 report
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Companies formed a consortium in Berlin to consider a bid for a next-generation (Gen 6) jet during an air show.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A strategic partnership MoU was signed at an International Aerospace Exhibition in Berlin, advancing Ukrainian defense innovation.Some support1 report
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Airbus is assembling C295 aircraft for the Thai Armed Forces for surveillance and SAR missions.Well supported3 reports
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News at the entities that move Airbus Defence and Space most-
NATO StructuralAccelerating modernization program within NATO as the alliance faces threats from Russia's ongoing war.Moves Airbus Defence and Space
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Eutelsat StructuralAn employee of Eutelsat has been shortlisted for an award by the Institution of Engineering and Technology.Moves Airbus Defence and Space
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Europe OperationalEurope is building the IRIS2 constellation while nations like Poland seek alternatives to Starlink.Moves Airbus Defence and Space
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Tata Advanced Systems StructuralTata Advanced Systems (TASL) opened a new factory in Berrechid, Morocco, aiming to establish the country as a defense hub.Moves Airbus Defence and Space
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Dassault Aviation OperationalThe Indian Air Force is the primary user of the procured Rafale fighter jets, which are being produced with core technology provided by Dassault Aviation. Potential production sites are also being explored.Moves Airbus Defence and Space
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Indian Air Force StructuralThe Ministry of Defence organized courses detailing operations for the Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, and Indian Army.Moves Airbus Defence and Space
Connections
The 33 strongest of 58, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Airbus Military Structural
Airbus Defence and Space succeeded Airbus Military, absorbing its identity and function.
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NATO Structural
Airbus supplies defense needs and designs programs for full interoperability within the NATO defense sector.
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Eutelsat Structural
Airbus manufactures OneWeb satellites that are utilized by Eutelsat for its operational requirements.
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Thales Alenia Space Operational
The two entities are actively collaborating as partners on the joint development of IRIS² satellite infrastructure.
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Airbus Group Structural
Airbus Defence and Space functions as a segment and subsidiary within the larger Airbus Group structure.
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Tata Advanced Systems Structural
The entities are engaged in a partnership aimed at establishing a domestic aerospace production ecosystem.
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Oman Operational
Airbus Defence and Space is actively collaborating with Oman on the OmanSat-1 satellite project, covering design, manufacturing, and launch.
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Thailand Operational
they act on each other directly
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Exploration Company Structural
Exploration Company was founded as a direct result of experience gained while working at Airbus Defence and Space.
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Royal Thai Navy Transactional
Airbus Defence and Space successfully sold/supplied the C295 aircraft to the Royal Thai Navy for operational use in surveillance and SAR missions.
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IDF Spokesperson's Unit Structural
IDF utilizes satellite imagery provided by Airbus Defence and Space for its operations.
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Royal Thai Air Force Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Europe Operational
Airbus actively contributes to and operates within Europe's strategic defense and space architecture and requirements.
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Dassault Aviation Operational
Airbus and Dassault are major defense contractors engaged in direct, high-stakes competition for future defense projects and workshare.
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Boris Pistorius Transactional
The company is engaged in a high-stakes process involving consortium bids and strategic partnership signings evaluated by the official's domain.
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Indian Air Force Structural
Airbus Defence and Space is supplying C295 aircraft to the Indian Air Force under a contract for 40 units.
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European Space Agency Operational
Airbus operates as a key contractor and partner within the goals and programs of the European Space Agency.
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Royal Thai Army Operational
Airbus Defence and Space operates the C295 platform specifically for cargo and troop transport requirements of the Royal Thai Army.
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Destinus Structural
The two entities are formally linked through a current consortium structure for joint operations.
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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Operational
Airbus Defence and Space and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions have formed a partnership to develop uncrewed combat aircraft.
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MBDA Operational
MBDA and Airbus Defence and Space formed a consortium to develop a Gen 6 jet.
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Antonov Structural
Airbus Defence and Space relies on Antonov for logistics and the ferrying of parts.
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Kawasaki Operational
Airbus Defence and Space and Kawasaki signed a preliminary agreement.
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Belgium Shared context
A key operational unit, the Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking, is based in Brussels, which is located in Belgium.
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Emmanuel Macron Structural
Macron's office monitors the industrial situation, indicating political oversight of Airbus Defence and Space.
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Berlin Operational
Berlin and Airbus Defence and Space signed a Memorandum of Understanding at an International Aerospace Exhibition.
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Valkyrie Structural
Airbus Defence and Space is actively developing the Valkyrie CCA system.
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Vadodara Shared context
Airbus Defence and Space operates from a final assembly line facility located in Vadodara.
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NATO Support and Procurement Agency Shared context
The entities share context within the NATO defense and procurement ecosystem.
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Helsing Shared context
Both entities operate within the competitive defense and aerospace industry market.
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Romania Shared context
Airbus Defence and Space operates and provides services within the territory of Romania.
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German Aerospace Industries Association Shared context
The industry association and the company are contextually linked as participants in the aerospace sector.
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Earth Mentioned together
No evidence was found linking Airbus Defence and Space to Earth.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
4 events- Airbus Defence and Space conducted the maiden flight of the Valkyrie CCA system in Europe, addressing German Armed Forces requirements.
- Airbus is utilizing Antonov aircraft for ferrying parts, while Macron's office monitors the industrial situation.
- India procured C-295 transport aircraft from Airbus, AMCA delays were noted, and the Ministry contracted HAL for Tejas aircraft production.
- Airbus Defence and Space is manufacturing OneWeb satellites for Eutelsat operational use, utilizing SpaceX for launches and operating from a base in France.
September 2026
5 events- Agreement reached on the design, manufacturing, and launch of OmanSat-1, while developing Duqm as a regional commercial launch hub.
- Airbus Defence and Space, Europe, and Dassault Aviation are involved in the development of a next-generation fighter jet, with Europe requiring shared costs and technologies.
- Collaboration led to training and technology transfer for Airbus Defence and Space.
- French firms are eyeing potential projects in Vietnam.
- A new company, Exploration Company, has been founded, leveraging experience gained at Airbus, to focus on developing European-built space capsules and promoting sector cooperation.
August 2026
2 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
3 events- Airbus Defence and Space is advancing European counter-UAS architecture and supplying the needs of the NATO defense sector.
- Airbus Defence and Space initiates the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) as part of a consortium with Destinus, focused on interoperability with NATO IAMD.
- China, the Indian Air Force, Airbus Defence and Space, and Dassault Aviation are involved in discussions regarding modernizing air forces, seeking partnerships in European fighter programs, and managing workshare disputes.
June 2026
10 events- Airbus is converting A330 aircraft to meet the requirements of the Canadian Air Force.
- Airbus and Dassault discuss the failure of the FCS component and outline a new aviation strategy for national security.
- Helsing secured a national air warfare contract in Germany, while the broader joint fighter jet projects faced collapse due to internal feuds.
- Kawasaki and Airbus signed a preliminary agreement to adapt Eurodrone from Europe.
- NSPA procured aerial target drone capabilities and supported an annual live fire exercise.
- Airbus Defence and Space has been established as the successor entity to Airbus Military.
- The German aerospace industry association was active on June 12th, representing the growth and current state of the sector.
- Companies formed a consortium in Berlin to consider a bid for a next-generation (Gen 6) jet during an air show.
- A strategic partnership MoU was signed at an International Aerospace Exhibition in Berlin, advancing Ukrainian defense innovation.
- Airbus is assembling C295 aircraft for the Thai Armed Forces for surveillance and SAR missions.