Latest Safran News & Updates

See the latest news and media coverage for Safran. We track all announcements, press releases, and industry mentions in real time, all in one place.

Safran

Aerospace and defense technology group

safran-group.com

Headquarters: Paris, France
Founded year: 2005
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 70,000+

Last updated Today

Latest news about Safran

In short: Safran reported strong 2026 financial growth and significant defense expansion, despite facing U.S. scrutiny over its industrial ties in China.

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

June 16 Yahoo Finance

Delta Air Lines (DAL) Might Drop Safran SA, Reports Bloomberg

On June 8, Bloomberg reported that Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:DAL) might drop Safran SA as the...

June 16 Aviation Week

Safran Plans Edge Joint Ventures Around Hammer, UAVs

PARIS—Safran and Edge Group said they have agreed around a joint venture to work on the French manufacturer’s Hammer precision weapon. The agreement should see...

June 16 Zawya

EDGE and Safran sign joint venture term sheet for next-generation missile development

Partnership roadmap drives co-development of a next-generation extended-range smart weapon, advancing the established Hammer family; Paris, France: Following the signature yesterd...

June 16 Morningstar

Safran, Missile Venture MBDA in Final Talks Over New French Artillery System

Safran and MBDA, a missile-production joint venture between Airbus, Leonardo and BAE Systems, said they had entered the final phase of negotiations for a contract...

Never miss news about Safran

Track Safran and your other target companies to get real-time alerts and weekly summaries delivered straight to your inbox.

Safran competitors & trending companies

Browse news for competitors to Safran and other trending companies.