BAE Systems

BAE Systems (LSE: BA) is a British multinational defense, security, and aerospace company headquartered in London, UK. As Europe's largest defense contractor by revenue, BAE Systems plays a crucial role in enabling governments to defend their nations and protect their people.

BAE Systems operates across six key markets: Australia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Sweden, the UK and the US. The company's main business areas include:

• Air: Development and production of combat aircraft like the Eurofighter Typhoon, as well as avionics and electronic systems

• Maritime: Design and construction of naval ships, submarines and aircraft carriers

• Land: Manufacture of armored vehicles, artillery systems and munitions

• Electronic Systems: Provision of electronic warfare capabilities, sensors and communications equipment

• Cyber & Intelligence: Delivery of cybersecurity solutions and intelligence services

BAE Systems has a long heritage dating back to companies like Marconi, de Havilland and Vickers. It was formed in 1999 through the merger of British Aerospace and Marconi Electronic Systems. The company has continued to grow through acquisitions, including the 2024 purchase of Ball Aerospace to expand its space capabilities.

As a technology leader, BAE Systems invests heavily in research and development of advanced systems like stealth technology, unmanned aerial vehicles, directed energy weapons and artificial intelligence applications for defense. The company collaborates extensively with governments, universities and industry partners globally to drive innovation in areas critical to national security.

With over 90,000 employees worldwide and annual revenue of GBP 23.3 billion in 2023, BAE Systems remains at the forefront of the defense industry, shaping the technologies that will define the battlefield of the future while contributing to economic growth in its home markets. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index.