French defence industry targets 2026 debut for indigenous long-range strike system
France plans to conduct its first test of a domestically developed long-range artillery system by mid-2026, aiming to offer an alternative to the U.S.-made HIMARS.
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Finland to enhance artillery precision with Safran Geonyx navigation systems
The Finnish Defence Forces have signed a long-term contract with Safran Electronics & Defense for the supply of Geonyx Inertial Navigation Systems (INS).
Safran to provide flight testing solutions for U.S. Army’s FLRAA programme
Safran has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc. to supply onboard and ground flight testing solutions for six aircraft under the U.S. Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) programme.
Safran and Bharat Electronics Limited to jointly manufacture HAMMER weapon system in India
The HAMMER weapon system is a precision-guided munition with a modular design, allowing for adaptation to multiple aircraft platforms, including the Rafale and LCA Tejas.
Safran Electronics & Defense to equip German Bundeswehr with advanced infrared binoculars
he Bundeswehr’s procurement office, BAAINBw, has chosen Safran Electronics & Defense Germany to supply the German armed forces with cutting-edge portable infrared observation binoculars.
Safran unveils NAVPULSE: advanced naval positioning and timing system
Safran Electronics & Defense has introduced NAVPULSE, its latest innovation in Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) technology for the naval sector.
Safran chosen to equip Egyptian Navy’s Offshore Patrol Vessels
The Egyptian Navy has chosen French defence company Safran to supply advanced optronic and navigation systems for 10 new Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs).
Safran integrating the PASEO Joint Fires on Hanwha’s Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Safran has been chosen to supply PASEO Joint Fires advanced day and night panoramic sight for integration on the Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV).
Safran strengthens AI capabilities with EUR 220 million acquisition of Preligens, forming Safran.AI
After an exclusive negotiation process that began in June, Preligens — a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) for aerospace and defence — has joined Safran.
Safran and MTU Aero Engines to jointly develop engine for European next generation military helicopters
Safran Helicopter Engines and MTU Aero Engines have signed the cooperation agreement to create the 50/50 joint venture EURA (derived from EUropean Military Rotorcraft Engine Alliance).
Safran launches new Skyjacker counter-drone system at Eurosatory 2024
Skyjacker’s modular design incorporates a C2 (command and control) unit to manage the entire system, as well as one or more spoofing transmitters.
Defence of the future: Safran develops laser optical communications
Safran Electronics & Defense is developing a new solution for transmitting and receiving optical communications by laser.