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BAE Systems wins KF-21 IFF contract

BAE Systems has been awarded an US$11 million contract by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to integrate the AN/APX-127(V)1 Combined Interrogator Transponder (CIT) on the KF-21 Boramae aircraft. The latest Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system enhances decision-making by enabling pilots to more effectively distinguish allied forces from potential threats in contested operational environments. Designed for […]

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T-7 jet © Saab

T-7 partnership poised to transform RAF training

Saab, Boeing and BAE Systems have signed a letter of intent to collaborate on the Royal Air Force’s next fast-jet trainer programme, proposing the T-7 as the backbone of a modernised training system. The agreement also positions the three companies to pursue future international pilot-training opportunities together. “Together, Boeing with Saab and now BAE Systems

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Türkiye has signed an order for 20 Typhoon fighter jets

UK and Türkiye seal £5.4 billion Typhoon fighter deal

The UK Government has confirmed a £5.4 billion (US$6.3 billion) agreement with Türkiye for 20 Typhoon fighter jets. The deal includes a full weapons and integration package and will sustain over 20,000 skilled jobs across Britain. Under the contract, BAE Systems will build major airframe components and complete final assembly in Lancashire. The company will

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WSF and GFI to launch accelerator

BAE Systems partners with Airbus for energy storage system

BAE Systems has entered into an agreement with Airbus to supply the energy storage system for Airbus’ micro-hybridisation demonstration project for commercial aircraft. The collaboration aims to advance sustainable aviation by developing and integrating electrification technologies that can significantly reduce the aviation sector’s carbon footprint. BAE Systems will design, test and deliver energy storage packs

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BAE Systems concludes acquisition of Ball Aerospace

Following regulatory approvals for the acquisition of Ball Aerospace, BAE Systems has now successfully concluded the acquisition of Ball Aerospace from Ball Corporation. The transaction has been finalised at a purchase price of US$5.5 billion (approximately £4.4 billion), financed through existing cash reserves and new external debt. The newly acquired entity will operate under the

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T-600 heavy-lift un-crewed air system (UAS) during a large NATO exercise in Portugal © BAE Systems

BAE Systems boosts heavy-lift drone capabilities with acquisition of Malloy Aeronautics

BAE Systems’ recent acquisition of Malloy Aeronautics, a renowned British technology business specialising in heavy-lift drones and aeronautical technologies, marks a significant step toward enhancing its capabilities in the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) domain. Malloy Aeronautics is recognised for its design and supply of innovative, all-electric UAS to both civil and military customers. With a

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Vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft

Eve Air Mobility confirms three suppliers for its eVTOL aircraft

Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has confirmed that it has chosen three suppliers for elements of its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. DUC Hélice Propellers will supply the rotors and propellers, BAE Systems will provide an advanced energy storage system, and Nidec Aerospace LLC, a joint venture between Nidec Corporation and Embraer, will provide

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