Safran Set To Boost Electric Aircraft Position With Purchase From Thales

Graham Warwick Thierry Dubois September 06, 2022
EngineUS
Safran is providing its EngineUS electric propulsion units to various aircraft developers.
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Safran is negotiating to acquire Thales’ aeronautical electrical systems business in 2023, the two companies announced Sept. 5. The move signals the growing importance of electric power in new aircraft designs. It is part of Safran’s broader strategy in electric systems, especially propulsion, where...
Graham Warwick

Graham leads Aviation Week's coverage of technology, focusing on engineering and technology across the aerospace industry, with a special focus on identifying technologies of strategic importance to aviation, aerospace and defense.

Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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