Safran and Bombardier announce their technological innovation partnership in defense

Safran and Bombardier signed a letter of intent at the Paris Air Show 2025.

At the Paris Air Show, Safran and Bombardier Inc. signed a letter of intent this morning to explore new opportunities for collaboration and foster the joint development of innovative, high-performance and reliable technologies for defense.

This initiative will enable the two companies to leverage their complementary technological expertise and create a conducive framework for innovation and the rapid industrial scaleup of new solutions. 

“Strengthening our longstanding partnership with Bombardier is a highly strategic move for both our groups,” said Olivier Andriès, Chief Executive Officer of Safran. “By combining our strengths, we’ll be well placed to accelerate innovation and deliver the advanced defense technologies of tomorrow.”

“This collaboration between Bombardier and Safran will foster the development of new solutions by leveraging our respective areas of expertise,” said Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bombardier. “Bombardier and its more than 18,000 people stand ready to help our nations, and others, meet their evolving defense needs.”

The aerospace sector was identified as a priority by French Prime Minister François Bayrou and Quebec Premier François Legault in a joint statement issued on June 13, highlighting the commitment of their respective governments to strengthening economic ties between Quebec and France.

About Safran 

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. 

Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices. 

About Bombardier 

At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.  

For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it. 

Bombardier customers operate a fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design. 

For Information 

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Environmental, Social and Governance report, as well as the company’s plans to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book and Claim system visit bombardier.com. 

Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at bombardier.com. Follow us on X @Bombardier. 

Media Contacts for Safran

Catherine MALEK : catherine.malek@safrangroup.com / T +33 (0)1 40 60 80 28 

Isabelle JAVARY : isabelle.javary@safrangroup.com / T : +33 (0)1 40 60 82 20 

Charlène COLLARD : charlene.collard@safrangroup.com / T : +33 (0)1 40 60 84 40 

Media Contact for Bombardier 

Mark Masluch
+1-514-297-7043
mark.masluch@aero.bombardier.com