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Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. and Safran, a French high-technology group and major player in aerospace and defense, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly pursue further business opportunities as part of European defense industry cooperation efforts.
The MoU was signed at PGZ head office in Warsaw during a visit by Safran CEO Olivier Andriès to conduct high-level talks with Krzysztof Trofiniak, President of PGZ Group, on potential areas of cooperation between the two aerospace and defense companies and their subsidiaries.
“In difficult times, it is important to have proven partners and PGZ sees representatives of the French defense industry as exactly that. Today’s agreement is another step we are taking between our two companies to strengthen the defense of our homeland and the wider region. By working together, we can help make the European Union a true bastion of democracy, with all the capabilities necessary to ensure security for us and future generations.” Krzysztof Trofiniak, President of Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A.
“At a time of geopolitical uncertainty, heightened threats to European security and a far-reaching transformation of European defense, we are proud to contribute to the security and resilience of our continent by forging new Franco-Polish industrial ties. Based on mutual trust and a shared vision, this long-term partnership with the Polish defense industry is an important step in the construction of a true European Defense Industrial and Technological Base.” Olivier Andriès, Chief Executive Officer of Safran
The partnership outlines the potential areas of cooperation between PGZ and Safran. The main avenues of industrial development identified so far include, but are not limited to, engines and propulsion for air platforms, optronics, artificial intelligence, and smart munitions and PNT (position, navigation, timing) solutions. Other potential areas will be assessed by task forces from both companies.
The current cooperation between PGZ and Safran is mainly focused on PNT systems between WZE and Safran Electronics & Defense, with deliveries of Geonyx inertial navigation and pointing systems for Polish air defense programs. The plan being pursued in this field will lead to the establishment of a new navigation production line in Poland, with nearly 80% of system components being manufactured locally. Work on the infrastructure is already underway, and the first training of WZE teams in France will start in Q3 2025.
Safran (safran-group.com) is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of €27.3 billion in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.
Regarding defense activities, Safran focuses on a wide range of cutting-edge technologies in the field of optronics, inertial navigation systems, counter UAS, defense AI and air-to-ground munitions in particular. Combat-proven, Safran defense equipment is on board a wide range of European and U.S. military platforms.
Safran set up its first plant in Poland in 2001, Safran Transmission Systems Poland. Over the years, Safran has invested more than 200 million euros in industrial facilities in the country and now has over 1,400 local employees, making it the third leading employer in Aviation Valley.
Safran Press relations
Catherine Malek
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Charlène Collard
P: +33(0)1 40 60 84 40 - E: charlene.collard[.]safrangroup.com.
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. (grupapgz.pl) is a capital group bringing together several dozen production plants, service facilities and research centers that are crucial for the Polish defense industry.
PGZ manufactures innovative systems and solutions used by the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland and allied formations. The Group’s offering encompasses modern radiolocation and radar systems, rifles and optoelectronics, wheeled armored transporters, barrel artillery, unmanned air systems and battlefield management support systems. Our products are based on Polish technological inventions and cooperation with global leaders in the defense sector. They are developed and produced under the supervision of experienced engineers, manufacturers and specialists.
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa is the main industrial partner in the Technical Modernization Program of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland led by the Polish Ministry of National Defense. We cooperate with the largest companies in the global armaments sector and participate in the acquisition of many types of systems, including medium-range air defense systems for the Polish Armed Forces. The technologies and skills acquired under these arrangements are utilized to further increase PGZ’s potential.
Press contact: E: rzecznik[.]pgzsa.pl
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