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Spanish Air and Space Force Boosts Strategic Capabilities with First Airbus A330 MRTT in Service

(IN BRIEF) The Spanish Air and Space Force has introduced its first Airbus A330 MRTT into service with the 45th Wing, marking a significant advancement in its aerial refuelling and transport capabilities. Delivered from Airbus’s Getafe-based conversion center, this modern … Read the full press release

ALAT Cargo Airport to Become Key Multimodal Hub in Eurasia with Advanced Indra Air Navigation Systems

(IN BRIEF) A strategic agreement was signed at Passenger Terminal Expo 2025 between CJSC “Azerbaijan Airlines” and Indra to equip the new ALAT Cargo Airport in the Alat Free Economic Zone with advanced air navigation systems. This initiative is an … Read the full press release

GKN Aerospace Signs Three-Year Deal with Boeing to Boost C-17 Fan Blade Repairs from New San Diego Facility

(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace has secured a three-year contract with Boeing to deliver fan blade repair services for the C-17 Globemaster engines (PW F117-100 / PW2000 dual-use). Leveraging more than 15 years of repair expertise, the company will operate from … Read the full press release

Saab Secures SEK 2.1 Billion Order for Advanced Air Defence System in Latvia

(IN BRIEF) Saab has signed a framework agreement with the Latvian Ministry of Defence for its RBS 70 NG short-range ground-based air defence system, receiving an order valued at SEK 2.1 billion. The order includes firing units, missiles, and trainer … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Leads ESA’s SaveCrops4EU Initiative to Revolutionize Sustainable Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space has been chosen by the European Space Agency to lead the SaveCrops4EU project, part of ESA’s Digital Twin Earth programme. The initiative will leverage advanced Earth observation and data processing techniques to create a digital … Read the full press release

Eni and Saipem Accelerate Biofuel Transformation with Expanded Biorefinery Projects

(IN BRIEF) Eni and Saipem have deepened their collaboration, expanding on their previous agreement to advance projects that focus on building new biorefineries and converting traditional refineries into more sustainable, biofuel-producing facilities. Eni’s aim to decarbonize its processes is supported … Read the full press release

Franco-Polish Defense Alliance Strengthened as PGZ and Safran Forge New Industrial Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. and Safran have signed an MoU to further their cooperation within the European defense industry. The agreement, signed in Warsaw during high-level discussions between PGZ President Krzysztof Trofiniak and Safran CEO Olivier Andriès, aims … Read the full press release

FL Technics Expands MRO Capabilities with EASA Certification for Embraer Heavy Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) FL Technics, a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group and a recognized global leader in MRO services, has obtained EASA Part-145 approval to perform heavy maintenance on Embraer 170/190 aircraft. This development enables the company to meet the rising … Read the full press release

EIB Global Invests €25 Million to Modernize Air Navigation in Serbia and Montenegro, Boosting Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) has committed €25 million to upgrade the air navigation control system in Serbia and Montenegro, a project aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency, and environmental performance. This investment will fund the development of … Read the full press release

MTU Maintenance Zhuhai and ANA Forge 2032 MRO Pact to Sustain CFM56-7B Fleet Excellence

(IN BRIEF) MTU Maintenance Zhuhai and All Nippon Airways (ANA) have signed a long-term contract, running until the end of 2032, for the MRO of ANA’s fleet of CFM56-7B engines that power 47 Boeing 737NG aircraft. Covering approximately 100 engines, … Read the full press release

GKN Aerospace Elevates Industry Safety Standards at GE Symposium

(IN BRIEF) At the GE Symposium, GKN Aerospace was recognized for its outstanding safety achievements. The press release details how the company’s multi-faceted approach to safety—encompassing advanced technology, extensive training programs, and proactive risk management—has set new industry benchmarks. The … Read the full press release

Accenture and Air France-KLM Propel Digital Transformation with Ambitious Cloud Migration Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and Air France-KLM have launched a multi-year initiative to shift the airline group’s legacy digital applications from proprietary data centers to the cloud. By establishing a unified operating model and leveraging a cloud migration factory that employs … Read the full press release

VINCI Airports Sets New Benchmark in Global ASQ Awards with Mexican Triumph and Budapest Success

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Airports has achieved significant global recognition in the ACI ASQ Awards, with four of its airports earning top honors based on passenger satisfaction. In Mexico, three international airports—Monterrey, Chihuahua, and Mazatlan, operated by OMA—won awards in all … Read the full press release

Axiom Space Leverages Siemens Xcelerator for Agile, Cost-Efficient Space Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Axiom Space has adopted Siemens Xcelerator to modernize its development of next-generation space infrastructure. The integration of this advanced software will streamline the entire process—from design and manufacturing to testing—by utilizing digital threads and twins. This shift to … Read the full press release

INERATEC Secures €70 Million in Funding to Scale Up Sustainable e-Fuel Production for Aviation and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) INERATEC secures €40 million in venture debt from the European Investment Bank and €30 million in grants from Breakthrough Energy Catalyst to expand its e-Fuel production capacity. The funding supports the development of Europe’s largest sustainable e-Fuel plant … Read the full press release

Sener Secures Key Role in ESA’s ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Mission

(IN BRIEF) Sener has been chosen by the European Space Agency to develop several key systems for the Rosalind Franklin rover, part of the ExoMars mission scheduled for launch in 2028. The company will design and manufacture the separation systems … Read the full press release

Safran Announces Early Redemption of Outstanding 2028 OCEANEs

(IN BRIEF) Safran has announced the early redemption of all outstanding 2028 convertible bonds (OCEANEs) in accordance with the bond’s terms and conditions. The company has verified, through a calculation agent, that the conditions for early redemption have been met. … Read the full press release

Thales and Qatar Airways Partner to Establish Inflight Entertainment Service Center in Doha

(IN BRIEF) Thales and Qatar Airways have signed an MOU to open an Inflight Entertainment service and maintenance center in Doha. This collaboration strengthens the long-standing relationship between the companies and supports Qatar Airways’ growth ambitions, while also contributing to … Read the full press release

EASA Certifies Airbus A321XLR with Pratt & Whitney Engines, Marking Key Milestone

(IN BRIEF) The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has granted the Type Certificate for the Airbus A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines. This milestone follows the certification of the CFM LEAP-1A powered variant in July 2024 and … Read the full press release

European Space Agency’s Biomass Satellite Begins Journey to French Guiana for Upcoming Launch

(IN BRIEF) The Biomass satellite, developed by Airbus for the European Space Agency (ESA), has departed Toulouse for its journey to French Guiana. This Earth Explorer mission will use advanced radar technology to map global forest biomass and support climate … Read the full press release