Orbex boss questions new funding for German start-up as executives call for investment to boost national projects
But Brazilian group’s CEO leaves option open to take on Airbus and Boeing with a larger plane
Conglomerate’s CFO says its capacity far exceeds government orders and rival state-owned producers are ‘inefficient’
Micael Johansson says region’s industrial strategy should have backing of €100bn rather than the €1.5bn envisaged
Roberto Cingolani says ‘fourth partner could be very convenient’ for Global Combat Air Programme
Manoeuvre marks further deepening of military co-operation between Moscow and Beijing
New defence secretary John Healey promises to ‘reset’ the country’s relations with European allies
US group expects working through built-up F-35 inventory to take several quarters after deliveries resume
Tufan Erginbilgic says crunch could persist for another two years
Defence review has raised questions about whether GCAP programme will be axed on grounds of cost
Supply chain disruptions and labour shortages continue to hamper production
Extensive satellite use in Ukraine conflict underlines sector’s strategic importance
Many European and US companies are hesitant about having a significant local manufacturing presence
Rheinmetall chief Armin Papperger says German government providing ‘great level of security’
Compromising on product safety to pursue profit gains isn’t just bad for society
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US plane maker’s stock rises after plea deal as government contracting and bond ratings look set to be unharmed
Aircraft maker reaches plea agreement with US justice department
Rapidly evolving technology designed by smaller players is challenging the dominance of sluggish industry giants
Rheinmetall and Leonardo bosses see joint venture paving way for consolidation amid slow progress elsewhere
Raj M Shah and Christopher Kirchhoff’s thriller-like book reveals how the Pentagon came up to technological speed
Politicians and union leaders warn against dismantling the aircraft supplier in Northern Ireland as Airbus considers options
Growing number of Mittelstand lifts bans on selling to arms industry following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Aircraft maker faces high-stakes choice over door panel blowout case and implications for US government contracts
US aircraft manufacturer will bring parts supplier back under its wing after two decades apart