Safran accelerates expansion of U.S. defense and space business

French technology giant Safran Group is significantly expanding its defense and space business in the United States, covering multi-state manufacturing investments. Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), Safran's new U.S. subsidiary, is actively implementing a comprehensive strategy to strengthen its presence in the U.S. market. The plan includes expanding manufacturing investment and upgrading technical capabilities, focusing on addressing next-generation technology challenges such as satellite propulsion, communication systems, geospatial artificial intelligence and anti-jam navigation technology to promote national security and space combat capabilities.

First, technical upgrades and production capacity expansion. Safran DSI is continuously strengthening its digital design capabilities and model-based systems engineering (MBSE), modular open systems approach (MOSA) and advanced manufacturing technologies. Its electro-optical and infrared systems plant in Bedford, New Hampshire, small satellite propulsion facility in Denver, Colorado, and Safran Federal Systems Assurance Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) plant in Rochester, New York have all achieved significant growth. In addition, the testing and telemetry business in Norcross, Georgia, continues to expand. These investments significantly enhance Safran DSI's manufacturing capabilities while further consolidating the resilience of the domestic supply chain.

Joe Bogosian, president and CEO of Safran, said in an interview that with Safran's global expertise and investment in engineering and product development in the United States, Safran DSI can provide customized solutions for complex challenges in the air, land, sea and space. In addition, these strategic initiatives have created high-tech jobs locally and helped drive regional economic growth.

Second, deepen cooperation with the US defense industry. Safran is known for its commercial jet engines developed with General Electric, and this technology has been integrated into multiple US military systems. For example, the Army's new M10 Booker armored fighting vehicle is equipped with a commander site system provided by Safran. Bogosian pointed out that increasing investment in the United States will further promote collaboration with the US military and defense industry and promote continued innovation among US engineers and developers.

Finally, expand the geospatial artificial intelligence business. Safran is planning to establish a geospatial artificial intelligence unit at its new U.S. headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The business, based on a French artificial intelligence company recently acquired by Safran, focuses on the ability to quickly process big data. In a demonstration hosted by the U.S. Special Operations Command in Florida, the technology showed its powerful data analysis capabilities. For example, it could quickly count the number of vehicles and ships in an area. During the demonstration, the system even accidentally discovered the presence of a Russian MiG fighter, which was later verified to be an exhibit at an aviation museum in Miami. This technology capability impressed everyone on the scene and further demonstrated its application potential.

In summary, Safran is vigorously expanding its electro-optical and infrared systems facilities in Bedford, New Hampshire, and its PNT plant in Rochester, New York. At the same time, its new satellite propulsion facility in Denver, Colorado will also be put into operation. Boghossian mentioned that these new facilities will not only be limited to the production of satellite plasma propulsion systems, but may also expand to other product lines, including Safran's hemispherical resonant gyroscopes (HRGs). This technology has been tested by the US military, and market demand is expected to grow significantly. In addition, Safran plans to make additional investments in its testing and telemetry operations in Norcross, Georgia, to meet future surges in demand. These deployments will lay a solid foundation for Safran's further expansion in the US market and inject new impetus into the US defense and aerospace industries.