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BAE Systems vs Airbus Defence and Space

[Prime Contractor] BA.

BAE Systems

British multinational defence, security, and aerospace company. One of the world's largest defence contractors.

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[Prime Contractor] AIR

Airbus Defence and Space

Division of Airbus focused on military aircraft, space systems, and defence electronics. Major European defence prime.

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BAE Systems and Airbus Defence and Space compared
Field BAE Systems Airbus Defence and Space
Headquarters London, United Kingdom Munich, Germany
Country United Kingdom Germany
Founded 1999 2014
Type Prime Contractor Prime Contractor
Parent company — —
Employees 93,100+ 35,000+
Revenue £25.3 billion (2023) €11.4 billion (2023)
Listed LSE: BA. PAR: AIR
Website baesystems.com (opens in a new tab) airbus.com (opens in a new tab)

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Revenue

BAE Systems£25.3 billion (2023)
Airbus Defence and Space€11.4 billion (2023)

Employees

BAE Systems93,100+
Airbus Defence and Space35,000+

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