BAE Systems PLC

BAE Systems Plc engages in the provision of a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and support services. It operates through the following segments: Electronic Systems, Cyber and Intelligence, Platforms and Services (US), Air, Maritime, and Headquarters. The Electronic Systems segment is composed of the US and UK-based electronics activities, including electronic warfare systems, electro-optical sensors, military and commercial digital engine and flight controls, precision guidance and seeker solutions, next-generation military communications systems and data links, persistent surveillance capabilities, and hybrid electric drive systems. The Cyber and Intelligence segment includes the US-based Intelligence and Security business, and UK-headquartered Applied Intelligence business, and covers the group's cyber security, secure government, and commercial and financial security activities. The Platforms and Services (US) segment manufactures combat vehicles, weapons and munitions, and delivers services and sustainment activities, including ship repair and the management of government-owned munitions facilities. The Air segment deals with UK-based air activities for European and International markets, and US programs, and its businesses in Saudi Arabia and Australia, together with its interest in the European MBDA joint venture. The Maritime segment focuses on the group’s UK-based maritime and land activities. The Headquarters segment includes the group’s head office and UK-based shared services activities, together with its interest in Air Astana. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) has been awarded $68 million in contracts to produce an additional 44 Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicles (CATV) for the U.S. Army.

BAE Systems awarded $68 million in U.S. Army contracts for additional CATV production

Advanced actuation electronics will deliver reliable, high-performance control for next-generation aircraft ENDICOTT, N.Y. , Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) will provide and integrate actuator control units (ACUs) for JetZero's next-generation blended wing body aircraft demonstrator, which is designed to deliver enhanced energy efficiency and reduced emissions.

BAE Systems to provide actuator control units for JetZero's sustainable jet demonstrator

Deutsche Bank

BAE Systems PLC (LSE:BA.)'s share price target has been adjusted to 1,510p from 1,540p by Deutsche Bank, although the investment bank has reaffirmed its ‘buy' recommendation for the defence company.

BAE downgraded by Deutsche Bank, but 2025 still looking strong

BAESY clinches a contract for the construction of M2A4 and M7A4 combat vehicles.

BAE Systems Secures $656M Deal for M2A4 and M7A4 Combat Vehicles

General Dynamics

Lockheed Martin

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FAST Labs™ research and development organization awarded $12 million contract from DARPA NASHUA, N.H. , Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded BAE Systems' (LON: BA) FAST Labs™ research and development organization a $12 million contract as part of the High Operational Temperature Sensors (HOTS) program.

BAE Systems to develop high-bandwidth pressure sensor for extreme temperature environments

BAESY secures a contract to provide an avionics intermediate shop family of test stations repairable end items for the F-16 aircraft.

BAE Systems Secures a Contract for the Sustainment of the F-16 Jet

BAE Systems has secured about $2.5 billion in contracts from Sweden and Denmark to deliver new CV90 combat vehicles, including 115 for Denmark and 50 for Sweden, the British defence company said on Friday.

BAE Systems signs $2.5 bln CV90 combat vehicles deal with Sweden, Denmark

STOCKHOLM and FALLS CHURCH, Va. , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) has signed individual contracts worth a total of approximately $2.5 billion with both Sweden and Denmark for new CV90 combat vehicles.

BAE Systems awarded $2.5 billion in contracts with Denmark and Sweden for new CV90 combat vehicles

Raytheon Technologies

BAESY secures a $111.9 million contract to provide engineering and technical services to support various critical systems.

BAE Systems Wins $112M Contract to Support Naval Communication Systems

FAST LabsTM research and development organization awarded $6 million contract from DARPA NASHUA, N.H. , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded BAE Systems' (LON: BA) FAST Labs™ research and development organization a $6 million contract as part of the Pipelined Reasoning of Verifiers Enabling Robust Systems (PROVERS) program.

BAE Systems to aid secure Department of Defense software development

Citi analysts have doubled down on backing for BAE Systems PLC (LSE:BA.) and batted off concerns around its exposure to a potential downturn in US defence spending.

BAE Systems gets Citi backing as 'more attractive' that US peers

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Rocket Lab USA

The U.S. Commerce Department said on Monday it is finalizing nearly $60 million in government subsidies for BAE Systems to build chips used in jets and satellites, and for Rocket Lab to build compound semiconductors used in satellites and spacecraft.

US finalizes awards to BAE Systems, Rocket Lab for semiconductor chips

Shares in BAE Systems PLC (LSE:BA.) remain a strong prospect following a positive trading update and optimistic market conditions, according to a Deutsche Bank note.

BAE Systems poised for growth thanks to defence spending boosts

HEICO

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Active control sidesticks to provide unparalleled pilot experience and handling ROCHESTER, UK, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON:BA) will deliver and integrate next-generation active control sidesticks on JetZero's new blended-wing body aircraft, which is set to accelerate the path to a sustainable future in aviation.    Active control sidesticks give immediate and intuitive feedback directly into the pilot's hands, which enables them to safely make use of the aircraft's full flight envelope.

BAE Systems to provide active control sidesticks for JetZero's next-generation sustainable jet

Multi-Class Soft-Kill System guards against guided missiles and adjacent threats AUSTIN, Texas , Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON:BA) was awarded a follow-on contract from the U.S. Army to further develop its Multi-Class Soft Kill System (MCSKS) countermeasures to protect ground combat vehicles against guided missiles and adjacent threats, improving vehicle survivability and mission success. "We're creating an Intrepid Shield around our customers' platforms – improving their effectiveness on the battlefield.

BAE Systems to develop advanced electronic warfare countermeasures to protect U.S. Army combat vehicles

BAE Systems plc raised FY24 sales guidance to 12-14% and EBIT margin to 12-14%, driven by strong performance across all segments and operational efficiencies. Significant contracts include £25b order intake YTD, with major deals in armored vehicles, aviation radios, and the MBDA JV, boosting future growth. The acquisition of Ball Aerospace enhances BAE's capabilities in space-related missions, with expected synergies and 10% annual sales growth.

BAE Systems Has Strong Government Support For Growth

NORFOLK, Va. , Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON:BA) has received $202 million in U.S. Navy contracts to provide modernization and maintenance services aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) and the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1).

BAE Systems awarded more than $200 million in maintenance contracts for USS Laboon and USS Wasp

BAE Systems PLC (LSE:BA.) is to build a new factory in Sheffield making artillery equipment and munitions creating what it said will be fifty highly skilled obs “Our aim is to deliver long-term artillery capabilities for the UK, which will safeguard, sustain and grow a critical, specialised British industrial capability as well as provide important opportunities for exports,” said John Borton, managing director of BAE Systems' Weapons Systems UK business.

BAE Systems to build artillery facility in Sheffield

The symposium honors suppliers who showcased commitment to on-time deliveries and quality in 2024  YORK, Pa. , Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems' Combat Mission Systems business presented 18 supplier awards and 72 'Partner2Win' medallions at its annual 'Partner2Win' supplier symposium.

BAE Systems announces top suppliers at sixth annual 'Partner2Win' supplier symposium

Panmure Liberum has reiterated its “buy” rating on BAE Systems PLC (LSE:BA.), citing steady demand and robust fundamentals.

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BAE Systems PLC (LSE:BA.) has doubled down on previously upgraded full-year guidance on an ongoing supportive demand for defence goods globally.

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