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Safran to invest €280m in Casablanca landing‑gear plant to supply Airbus A320

Safran Landing Systems will invest €280 million to build a landing‑gear factory near Casablanca, unveiled at a royal ceremony, to supply the Airbus A320 family and create about 500 jobs by 2029. The facility is aimed at supporting the A320 production ramp‑up and regional industrialisation.

2026-02-13T10:05:02.936734-08:00

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Safran seeks alternative rare-earth suppliers amid geopolitical tensions

2026-02-13T15:05:08.315375-08:00

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Safran posts record 2025 LEAP deliveries, lifts 2028 targets and eyes Rafale work in India

2026-02-12T22:19:36.224081-08:00

FlightGlobal

Norway orders hundreds of Safran AASM "Hammer" glide bombs for Ukraine

2026-02-13T05:14:05.976045-08:00

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Safran seeks alternative rare-earth suppliers amid geopolitical tensions Safran is stockpiling rare-earth elements and scouting alternative suppliers as geopolitical tensions raise concerns over supplies of critical rare-earth materials used in engines and avionics. The move aims to shield production and defence programmes from export curbs and broader supply-chain disruption.

2026-02-13T15:05:08.315375-08:00

Safran seeks alternative rare-earth suppliers amid geopolitical tensions

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Safran to invest €280m in Casablanca landing‑gear plant to supply Airbus A320 Safran Landing Systems will invest €280 million to build a landing‑gear factory near Casablanca, unveiled at a royal ceremony, to supply the Airbus A320 family and create about 500 jobs by 2029. The facility is aimed at supporting the A320 production ramp‑up and regional industrialisation.

2026-02-13T10:05:02.936734-08:00

Safran to invest €280m in Casablanca landing‑gear plant to supply Airbus A320

FlightGlobal

Norway orders hundreds of Safran AASM "Hammer" glide bombs for Ukraine Safran confirmed Norway has ordered hundreds of its AASM "Hammer" precision glide bombs for onward delivery to Ukraine. The procurement supplies standoff-capable GPS/INS-guided munitions in the hundreds, boosting Kyiv's precision-strike inventory and operational range for ground-attack operations, and represents a notable European munitions contribution.

2026-02-13T05:14:05.976045-08:00

Norway orders hundreds of Safran AASM "Hammer" glide bombs for Ukraine

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Safran posts record 2025 LEAP deliveries, lifts 2028 targets and eyes Rafale work in India Safran reported a strong 2025 with record LEAP engine deliveries, €31.3bn revenue (+15%) and a 16.6% recurring operating margin, and raised its 2028 targets — including a plan to reach about 2,600 LEAP engines by 2028. The group also flagged growing defence activity and plans to expand Rafale component production in India.

2026-02-12T22:19:36.224081-08:00

Safran posts record 2025 LEAP deliveries, lifts 2028 targets and eyes Rafale work in India

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Kingswood closes SPI deal, rebrands business as RAVE Aerospace to push IFEC and connected seatback growth Kingswood Capital Management has completed its acquisition of Safran Passenger Innovations (SPI) and rebranded the business as RAVE Aerospace. The private‑equity owner says it will pursue accelerated growth in in‑flight entertainment and connectivity, targeting the connected seatback market and leveraging RAVE’s nearly two‑decade heritage.

2026-02-05T07:36:34.862403-08:00

Kingswood closes SPI deal, rebrands business as RAVE Aerospace to push IFEC and connected seatback growth

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ArianeGroup names Safran executive Christophe Bruneau as CEO, effective 1 April 2026 ArianeGroup's board has appointed Safran aircraft engines executive Christophe Bruneau as chief executive, with his mandate starting 1 April 2026 and replacing Martin Sion. Bruneau, an expert in military engines, is charged with overseeing Ariane 6 launch cadence and program execution as the rocket enters operational launches in 2026.

2026-01-19T04:04:31.249387-08:00

ArianeGroup names Safran executive Christophe Bruneau as CEO, effective 1 April 2026

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Embraer to take full ownership of EZAir as Safran exits Mexican interiors JV Safran has signed a definitive agreement to sell its 50% stake in EZAir, the 50/50 cabin interiors joint venture with Embraer in Chihuahua, Mexico, transferring full ownership to Embraer. The Chihuahua partnership will be wound down as Embraer assumes the business and operations.

2026-01-19T00:08:00.717342-08:00

Embraer to take full ownership of EZAir as Safran exits Mexican interiors JV

FlightGlobal

France and Spain to launch Thales' upgraded TopOwl helmet for NH90 special‑forces fleets France and Spain will be launch customers for Thales’ upgraded TopOwl helmet‑mounted display for NHIndustries NH90 helicopters, with crews first to receive the system. The TopOwl DD supports a distributed aperture system and improved low‑visibility capability; related development contracts have been awarded.

2026-01-14T01:26:27.589128-08:00

France and Spain to launch Thales' upgraded TopOwl helmet for NH90 special‑forces fleets

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Safran to invest €280m in Casablanca landing‑gear plant to supply Airbus A320

Safran seeks alternative rare-earth suppliers amid geopolitical tensions

Safran posts record 2025 LEAP deliveries, lifts 2028 targets and eyes Rafale work in India

Norway orders hundreds of Safran AASM "Hammer" glide bombs for Ukraine

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