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Safran

Aerospace and defense technology group

safran-group.com

Headquarters: Paris, France
Founded year: 2005
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 75,000+
Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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Latest news about Safran

In short: Safran reported record financial results and raised its 2026 outlook following a surge in LEAP engine deliveries and aftermarket demand.

Company announcements

April 24 Safran

Safran enters share buyback agreement

Safran agrees to repurchase shares worth up to €375 million from April 27 to July 8, 2026, as part of a €5 billion program.

April 22 Safran

Safran launches Safran Explore – Smart Materials program

It identifies and supports startups and SMEs in advanced materials, manufacturing, and sustainability challenges. Applications close June 5.

April 13 Safran

Safran contributes expertise to Artemis II mission

Safran's WeTrack® tracks Orion capsule, providing video systems, ground communications, and solar panel motors for success.

April 13 Safran

Safran upgrades forging capabilities at Gennevilliers site

Safran Aircraft Engines invests €150 million in a 30,000-ton press, creating 130 jobs from 2026 and doubling production by 2035 for LEAP and military engines.

Media coverage

July 30 Aviation Week

MTU, Safran FCAS Engine Partnership Poised to Wither

MTU, Safran FCAS Engine Partnership Poised to Wither is published in Aerospace Daily & Defense Report, an Aviation Week Intelligence Network (AWIN) Market Briefing and...

July 30 Reuters

MTU warns diverging fighter requirements could threaten Safran partnership

MTU Aero Engines CEO Johannes Bussmann warned on Thursday that diverging French and German fighter a...

July 28 ZoneBourse

Safran now plans to generate free cash flow of 4.7 billion to 4.9 billion euros

Safran is an international high-tech group, a leading equipment manufacturer in the fields of Aeronautics, Space and Defense. The group...

July 28 AeroTime

Safran raises 2026 outlook as LEAP deliveries surge 41%

Safran raised its 2026 outlook after LEAP deliveries climbed 41% and M88 engine shipments more than tripled in the first half ...

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