BAE Systems

Company Overview

BAE Systems is a leading provider of defense equipment and solutions. It is the largest defense contractor in Europe, and seventh largest in the globe. The company was founded in November 1999.

Financial Highlights (FY 2024)

Company's Business Segments

• Electronic Systems : Electronic warfare systems, navigation systems, electro-optical sensors, military and commercial digital engine and flight controls, precision guidance and seeker solutions, next-generation military communications systems and data links, persistent surveillance capabilities, space electronics and electric drive propulsion systems.
• Platforms & Services : Manufactures and upgrades combat vehicles, weapons and munitions, and delivers services and sustainment activities, including naval ship repair and the management and operation.
• Air : Air comprises the Group’s UK-based air build and support activities for European and international markets, US programmes, development of Future Combat Air Systems and FalconWorks®, alongside our business in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and interests in our European joint ventures: Eurofighter and MBDA.
• Maritime : Maritime comprises the Group’s UK-based maritime and land activities, including major submarine, ship build and support programmes, as well as our Australian business.
• Cyber & Intelligence : Cyber & Intelligence comprises the US-based Intelligence & Security business and UK-headquartered Digital Intelligence business and covers the Group’s cyber security activities for National Security, Central Government and Government Enterprises.