FTSE 100 slips as oil price hits five-month high Oil and gas prices have risen strongly this week, adding to worries about high inflation weighing on economic growth around the world. Evening Standard · Oct 23
From Shakti, Aravalli to HTSE-1200: How India is developing its own desi helicopter engines from attack to cargo India’s aerospace propulsion journey is moving beyond licensed production towards joint development and indigenous engine design, with the expansion of Shakti helicopter engine manufacturing marking the latest milestone. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a second Shakti production line at HAL’s Koraput division, which will manufacture up to 100 engines annually… The Economic Times · Oct 7
HAL, Safran sign final deal for Aravalli engine that will power India’s next-generation helicopters The collaboration between Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd and Safran Helicopter Engines marks a significant milestone in aviation. They have secured a contract to produce the Aravalli engine, a helicopter engine generating 3,500 to 4,000 shp. Designed for HAL's future Indian Multi-Role Helicopter and its naval model, this project enhances India's independent… The Economic Times · Aug 26
School Assembly News Headlines, July 29, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day Delhi government approved the Lakshmi Yojana scheme for women's financial aid. The Supreme Court ordered safeguards for NEET protestor data and released detainees. Char Dham Yatra faced a two-day suspension due to heavy rains and landslides. India announced its Test squad for the Sri Lanka series with Shubman Gill captaining.… The Economic Times · Jul 28
French jet engine maker Safran raises targets after record first-half margin French jet engine maker Safran reported strong first-half profits. This performance led the company to raise its financial targets. Demand for spare parts significantly boosted operating margins for Safran. The company's core Propulsion division saw substantial earnings growth. Safran now anticipates higher full-year revenue and profit figures. The Economic Times · Jul 28
HAL, French major Safran sign contract for engine turbine forgings Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has signed a long-term agreement with Safran Aircraft Engines. This pact involves producing and supplying turbine ring forgings for the CFM LEAP engine. HAL will manufacture these critical components at its Bengaluru facility. The agreement expands HAL's presence in the international civil aerospace market. This cooperation supports… The Economic Times · Jul 22
Aircraft startup Electra to invest $850 million to build Ohio factory The company, backed by Honeywell Aerospace, Safran and other major investors, said the move will help get the EL9 Ultra Short from development into significant commercial production and create 1,975 jobs. The Economic Times · Jul 21
IndiGo shares in focus on MoU with CFM International for over 1,000 LEAP engines IndiGo has signed a significant MoU with CFM International for over 1,000 LEAP-1A engines. This agreement marks the largest single order ever placed for LEAP engines. CFM International will also support IndiGo's new engine maintenance facility. The airline's partnership with CFM International continues its growth phase. This deal strengthens IndiGo's… The Economic Times · Jul 21
IndiGo to place order for over 1,000 aircraft engines with CFM International IndiGo has signed an agreement with CFM International to order more than 1,000 LEAP-1A engines for its 510 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, marking the largest-ever single order for LEAP engines. The deal was announced at the Farnborough International Airshow, though financial details were not disclosed. The Economic Times · Jul 20
Norwest, Skegen lead $40 million in Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Founded in 1992, RVAG manufactures precision aero-engine components and sub-assemblies for global aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), including GE Aerospace, Collins Aerospace, Honeywell, and Safran. The Economic Times · Jul 20
140% rally in 4 months! This smallcap aerospace stock soars 18% in 3 days to fresh lifetime high. Should you buy? Aequs shares extended gains for a third straight session, surging over 18% during the rally to hit a record high after bullish initiations by IIFL Capital and Nuvama. The brokerages cited the company's strong aerospace manufacturing capabilities, robust order book and long-term growth prospects, with target prices implying up to… The Economic Times · Jul 9
Smallcap aerospace stock jumps 17% in two days after earning bullish brokerage calls Aequs shares surged significantly on Wednesday, driven by positive brokerage reports. Analysts issued bullish calls, projecting substantial upside potential for the stock. The company is India's sole vertically integrated precision aerospace manufacturer. The Economic Times · Jul 8
Trusted Interdependence: India's next step in defence self-reliance India's defence strategy has shifted from 'Make in India' to 'Aatmanirbharta', emphasizing indigenous development and discouraging imports. While significant progress has been made in building sophisticated platforms, critical technological gaps, particularly in engines, persist. The Economic Times · Jun 25
Infleqtion Q1 Earnings Call Highlights Infleqtion (NYSE:INFQ) reported record first-quarter revenue and raised its 2026 sales outlook as management pointed to expanding customer activity across quantum computing, sensing, timing and software. The quantum technology company said first-quarter 2026 revenue was $9.5 million, up 14% from th MarketBeat · May 15
GOBankingRates · Feb 8 The New Space Race: 7 Companies Battling Musk — and How To Invest In Them SpaceX is a dominant player in the sector, but rivals are rising. Here are seven SpaceX competitors and ways investors can gain space economy exposure.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 2, 2025 Production of French-German fighter jet threatened by rivalries, chief executive says Relations between French company Dassault and the German unit of Airbus are reportedly ‘very strained’
Benzinga · Nov 20, 2025 French Startup U-Space Secures $27.8 Million From Definvest And Primo Space To Conquer Global Smallsat Market French satellite-maker, U-Space, announced on Nov. 12 that it secured €24 million ($27.8 million) in Series A funding, marking a significant step in its plan to transform European space manufacturing.
Radio France Internationale · Nov 17, 2025 French bosses parade choice of investing billions in homegrown firms French companies announced investments worth €9.2 billion on Monday at the first edition of a government-backed "Choose France" summit dedicated to domestic firms. The government is keen to show the euro zone’s second-biggest economy remains a top business destination despite political turmoil.
The Conversation · May 21, 2025 Is air travel about to get greener? Our study shows how ‘coopetition’ is helping aircraft companies tackle sustainability Although air transport contributes a small proportion to global greenhouse gas emissions (approximately 3.5%), the expected growth in traffic compels the industry to minimize its environmental footprint. The European Commission aims to have carbon neutrality in 2050. To help reach this goal, the industry needs to change its practices.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 21, 2025 Aerospace CEO sparks debate over France’s green reindustrialisation The head of French aerospace giant Safran has ignited a political row after declaring the company will no longer invest in cities governed by environmentalist majorities.
Fortune · Mar 9, 2025 Meet the defense giants that will rearm Europe as the EU eyes a massive military buildup As Europe prepares for a world without American military aid, the E.U. plans to invest €800 billion on defense.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2024 Scottish council ups investment in key Israel arms supplier by 1200 per cent A SCOTTISH council has increased its investment in a key arms supplier to Israel by over 1200 per cent since the start of the war in Gaza ...
The Hindu · Apr 28, 2024 CDS Gen Chauhan's visit to France reaffirms long-standing strategic partnership: Govt Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan interacted with top executives of several French defence majors, including Dassault Aviation, Safran and Naval Group, with a view to build futuristic capabilities of the Indian armed forces.
The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024 What makes the India-France ‘strategic partnership’ tick ‘Strategic Partnership’ does not require convergence on all issues but sensitivity and this is where India-France ties, nurtured over the last quarter century, reflect maturity and resilience
The Hindu · Jan 27, 2024 India, France agree on surveillance ties India and France agree to strengthen cooperation in the Southwest Indian Ocean, defence equipment manufacturing, and space exploration.