BAE

BAE Systems is a British global defense, security, and aerospace company, and one of the largest defense contractors in Europe. It was formed in 1999 from the merger of British Aerospace and Marconi Electronic Systems. The company develops, engineers, manufactures, and supports products and systems for military capability and national security worldwide.

Current operations are organized into segments like Electronic Systems (for flight controls and electronic warfare), Platforms & Services (tracked and wheeled armored combat vehicles, naval ship repair, artillery), Cyber & Intelligence, Air (participation in European air programs like the Typhoon aircraft), and Maritime. Notable products include amphibious combat vehicles and Type 26 frigates (under Platforms & Services). Historically, BAE Systems succeeded companies involved in developing aircraft and defence electronics.