With an annual turnover exceeding EUR 2 billion (US¤ 2.2 billion),
a forward order book of EUR 14 billion (US¤ 15.2 billion)
and over 70 customers world wide, MBDA is a world leading, global
missile systems company. MBDA currently has 45 missile system and
countermeasure programmes in operational service and has proven
its ability as prime contractor to head major multi-national projects.
MBDA was the result of the merging of the following companies:
- Matra BAe Dynamics (50% BAE Systems and 50% EADS)
- EADS-Aerospatiale Matra Missiles (100% EADS)
- Alenia Marconi Systems missile activity (50% BAE Systems and 50% Finmeccanica)
MAIN FEATURES and ADVANTAGES of the new group
MBDA IS ABLE TO :
- Satisfy the requirements of the three armed forces with a fully
comprehensive range of missiles already in production and
provide solutions for all future needs
- Guarantee customers access to a new generation of weapon systems with
through-life support for existing missile systems and the
development of future technology
- Arm all current European platforms (Eurofighter Typhoon, Mirage
2000, Rafale, Gripen, Tiger, Lynx, NH-90, new frigates,
etc.)
- Arm other platforms (F-16, F/A18, frigates, combat helicopters,
etc.)
- Act either as prime contractor or principal partner in the development
of major European collaborative programmes (Meteor, Aster
SAAM/PAAMS, Storm Shadow/SCALP-EG, etc.)
- Continue research and development into future programmes such as
Anti Ballistic Defence and Future Offensive Airborne Systems
(FOAS)
- Provide appropriate and integrated solutions to satisfy European
missile and missile systems requirements. Further consolidate
the European missile industry as a major player capable
of forging equal partnerships with US industry
- Substantiate its status as a forward looking company with a strong financial
base
- Set the standard for successful multi-national integration proven
by the company’s strong, multi-cultural and fully integrated
management
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