MBDA Overview
Pro stress-test →MBDA is Europe's biggest missile maker, producing a comprehensive portfolio of air defense and strike missiles for military forces worldwide. The company is jointly owned by Airbus, BAE Systems and Leonardo, creating a uniquely integrated European defense platform operating across France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →MBDA plans to "intensify" its production ramp-up in 2026, as demand for its weapons rises amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Revenues rose by €900 million year-on-year to €5.8 billion, and the company expects to surpass €6 billion in 2026. MBDA has grown to 20,000 employees and is simultaneously launching next-generation platforms including hypersonic, anti-drone, and space-based defense systems while maintaining dominance in established air defense and strike capabilities.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →MBDA's Aster family of missiles is used in the SAMP/T air-defense system, the only European alternative to the American Patriot system. MBDA faces competition from Raytheon, Lockheed Martin (both U.S.) in air defense and strike missiles, plus emerging European competitors in niche segments (Thales in some systems, RTX for air-to-air). However, as the consolidated European champion, MBDA has few direct European competitors for integrated system-level contracts.
Industry Context
MBDA operates in Missile systems and guided weapons.
Key facts
Founded: 2001 · Headquarters: Paris, France · Employees: 20,000 · Revenue: €5.8B (2025) · Market cap: N/A