Safran is a French aerospace and defense company that develops and manufactures aircraft engines, propulsion systems, aircraft equipment and defense technologies. Its products and services support commercial aviation, business and regional aircraft, helicopters, military platforms and space applications.
The company is a leading manufacturer of aircraft engines through CFM International, its joint venture with GE Aerospace. Safran also produces landing gear, wheels and brakes, electrical systems, avionics, flight-control systems, cabin interiors and aircraft seats. In the defense and space sectors, it supplies optronics, navigation systems, guidance technologies, rocket engines and related equipment.
Safran was created in 2005 through the merger of Snecma and Sagem. Headquartered in Paris, the company serves aerospace and defense customers worldwide through operations and partnerships across Europe, North America, Asia and other international markets. Olivier Andriès has served as Safran’s chief executive officer since 2021, while Ross McInnes is chairman of the board.
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