Leonardo S.p.A., established in 1948 and headquartered in Rome, Italy, is a global high-tech company specializing in aerospace, defense, and security. The company's extensive portfolio includes helicopters, aircraft, aerostructures, electronics, cybersecurity solutions, uncrewed systems, and space technologies. Leonardo serves a wide range of industries, including military, government, and commercial sectors, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. With operations in over 20 countries and a workforce exceeding 49,000 employees, Leonardo collaborates closely with customers and partners worldwide to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
The companies entered into a contract with the Directorate of Naval Armaments of the General Secretariat of Defence and National Armaments Directorate for the procurement of Vessels for research and clearance of sea mines.
The new concept model features a much more evolved design with a wingspan larger than previous concepts to improve the aerodynamics of the future combat aircraft.
The AW609 tiltrotor programme set another major industry capability milestone after its first successful ship trial, which was recently conducted with the support of the Italian Navy.
Leonardo's AW249 helicopter showcases advanced design and capabilities for modern battlefields, aiming to redefine air power with enhanced performance and operational flexibility.
The Falcon Shield Counter-Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) will safeguard Canadian airspace, installations and people against the threat posed by rogue drones.
A European tech demonstrator, installed on a Leonardo C-27J plane, took its first flight in Turin, testing morphing surfaces, adaptive tech, and digital flight controls.
Leonardo has delivered to the Slovenian Ministry of Defence the first of two C-27J Next Generation aircraft, contracted following the Italy-Slovenia Government-to-Government (G2G) Agreement.