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France & MBDA

8 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026

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France: Co-chairing the Coalition of the willing meeting and supporting missile assembly in Ukraine, deepening defense cooperation.
MBDA: Authorized to release classified information on UK components for Storm Shadow missiles, potentially leading to new production contracts and expanded business in Ukraine.
Aug 23, 2026 · 26 articles
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International
France: France commits to faster military aid and technology transfer, potentially boosting its defense industry and strengthening its geopolitical influence.
MBDA: As a producer of Aster missiles used in SAMP/T, MBDA may see increased demand and production from accelerated deliveries and licensing.
Aug 22, 2026 · 18 articles
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International
France: France, co-chairing the meeting, pledges new interceptor missiles and collaborates on SCALP production, reinforcing its role in European defense and support for Ukraine.
MBDA: MBDA is authorized to release classified information for SCALP missile production, potentially expanding its business and strengthening European defense industrial cooperation.
Aug 23, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
France: France's openness to the SAMP/T sale marks a policy shift, potentially enhancing its defence export portfolio and NATO relations, but risks straining ties with Greece and Cyprus.
MBDA: MBDA, as part of Eurosam, would be a key beneficiary of a SAMP/T sale to Turkey, boosting revenues.
Jun 25, 2026 · 28 articles
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International
France: Partner in Stratus missile programme with UK and Italy.
MBDA: Sustains over 1,300 jobs on Stratus programme; likely beneficiary of increased spending.
Jul 08, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
France: Producer of Aster and Storm Shadows; pledged support but supplies limited.
MBDA: Defense firm releasing classified info to help Ukraine build Storm Shadows; benefits from increased defense cooperation.
Aug 23, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
France: Planned meeting on alternative anti-missile system with Ukraine.
MBDA: European missile maker involved in Patriot production through joint ventures. It may play a role in European-based production, potentially expanding its business.
Apr 20, 2026 · 131 articles
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Business
France: France's industrial capacity in defense manufacturing, particularly for drones, is expected to significantly ramp up due to the partnership between Renault and Thales Group, strengthening its defense sector.
MBDA: MBDA is mentioned as a competitor in the loitering munition market with its Akeron RCX 50.
Jun 16, 2026 · 7 articles
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