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Corporate Responsibility Report 2004
About this report
This report describes our corporate responsibility (CR) performance in 2004.

The theme is debate. In previous years we have asked contributors to give their views on issues around defence exports and CR in the defence sector. This year we focus on the debate about our contribution to the economy.

We value the views of our stakeholders and throughout the report we have included perspectives and opinions on many of the key issues associated with our business.

The report covers all BAE Systems’ wholly owned businesses. Data is for calendar year 2004.

Image: 2004 CSR Report cover.
About BAE SYSTEMS
BAE Systems is an international company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced defence and aerospace systems in the air, on land, at sea and in space. The company designs, manufactures and supports military aircraft, surface ships, submarines, radar, avionics, communications, electronics and guided weapon systems. It is a pioneer in technology with a heritage stretching back hundreds of years. It is at the forefront of innovation, working to develop the next generation of intelligent defence systems.

BAE Systems has major operations across five continents and customers in some 130 countries. The company has more than 90,000 people and generates annual sales of approximately £12 billion through its wholly owned and joint venture operations.

Contents
 Message from the Chief Executive
 Objectives and progress
 Stakeholder engagement
 Corporate responsibility at BAE SYSTEMS
 Does the defence industry really benefit the economy? A debate
 Business ethics
 Workplace
 Education and community
 Supply chain
 Safety, health and environment
 Assurance


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