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France Aerospace & Space Providers

France maintains one of Europe's most established aerospace and space sectors, anchored by decades of investment in satellite technology, launch systems, and aerospace manufacturing. The country's space activities operate under the oversight of CNES (Centre National d'Études Spatiales), which coordinates national space policy and supports both institutional and commercial space initiatives. French aerospace companies have developed expertise across satellite design and manufacturing, ground segment technologies, space communications, and earth observation systems.

The providers listed here represent French-headquartered technology companies serving the aerospace and space industries, from satellite operations and mission planning software to propulsion systems and space data analytics platforms. Each organisation meets EuropeanSwitch's verification requirements for European headquarters and majority ownership. Browse the verified providers below to explore French aerospace and space technology solutions for your organisation.

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France Aerospace & Space Providers

28 providers listed Headquartered in France
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Airbus
France

Airbus is Europe's largest aerospace manufacturer, producing commercial aircraft, helicopters, and defence systems with major operations across France, Germany, the UK, and Spain. The company…

Aerospace & Space Aerospace Defence Systems Aviation Technology Defence & Security Launch Services Satellite Manufacturing Secure Network Systems
AI
Airbus Defence & Space
France

Airbus Defence & Space is the largest space company in Europe by revenue, providing satellites, launch vehicles, and space services for institutional and commercial clients.

Aerospace & Space Aerospace Defence Systems Defence & Security Remote Sensing Satellite Manufacturing
AI
Airbus Digital
France

Airbus Digital develops aerospace data platforms, aircraft health monitoring and satellite ground segment software for Airbus's commercial aircraft, helicopters and space systems divisions.

Aerospace & Space Space Infrastructure
AI
Airbus Helicopters Digital
France

Airbus Helicopters Digital develops rotor craft health monitoring systems, connected MRO platforms and digital flight operations tools for civil and military helicopter operators globally.

Aerospace & Space Aviation Technology
AI
Airbus OneWeb Satellites
France

Airbus OneWeb Satellites is a joint venture manufacturing facility producing OneWeb LEO internet satellites at scale in Toulouse and Florida.

Aerospace & Space Satellite Internet Satellite Manufacturing Telecoms & Connectivity
AL
Alten
France

Alten is a French engineering and technology consulting group providing R&D services for aerospace, automotive, defence, and telecoms industries. Listed on Euronext Paris.

Aerospace & Space Aerospace Software Professional Services Technology Consulting
AL
Altran
France

Altran was a French engineering consulting company now integrated into Capgemini Engineering, providing R&D and innovation services across European industries.

Aerospace & Space Aerospace Software Professional Services Technology Consulting
AR
ArianeGroup France
France

ArianeGroup develops Ariane 6 launch vehicle software, propulsion systems and digital mission operations tools for European sovereign access to space as a joint Airbus-Safran venture.

Aerospace & Space Launch Services
AR
Arianespace Digital
France

Arianespace Digital develops launch scheduling management, satellite deployment analytics and mission operations platforms for Arianespace's commercial satellite launch services globally.

Aerospace & Space Launch Services
CN
CNES Digital
France

CNES Digital develops space mission simulation, satellite data processing platforms and digital ground segment management tools for France's national space agency operations.

Aerospace & Space Space Infrastructure
CO
Comat France
France

Comat is a French satellite structure and mechanisms company providing spacecraft structural components and deployable appendages for European and international satellite programmes.

Aerospace & Space Satellite Manufacturing
DA
Dassault Aviation
France

Dassault Aviation is a French aircraft manufacturer producing the Falcon business jet family and Rafale combat aircraft. The Dassault family holds a controlling stake.

Aerospace & Space Aerospace Defence Systems Aviation Technology Defence & Security
EU
Euroconsult
France

Euroconsult is a French space industry consulting firm providing market intelligence, strategic advisory, and geospatial analytics for satellite operators and governments.

Aerospace & Space Geospatial Analytics Professional Services Strategy Consulting
EU
Eutelsat Communications
France

Eutelsat is a French satellite operator providing broadcast, broadband, and government communications services from its geostationary and low-earth orbit satellite fleet.

Aerospace & Space Connectivity Services Satellite Communications Satellite Internet Telecoms & Connectivity
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Exail Technologies
France

Exail Technologies develops inertial navigation systems, underwater robotics and photonics solutions for defence, aerospace and maritime industries globally from its French operations.

Aerospace & Space Aviation Technology
EX
Exotrail
France

Exotrail is a French space mobility company developing electric propulsion systems for small satellites, enabling orbit changes and extended mission lifetimes.

Aerospace & Space Launch Services Space Infrastructure
EX
Expleo
France

Expleo is a French engineering, quality, and technology services company providing testing, validation, and transformation advisory for aerospace, automotive, and banking sectors.

Aerospace & Space Aerospace Software Professional Services Technology Consulting
MB
MBDA Missile Systems
France

MBDA is a European missile manufacturer jointly owned by Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo, developing air-to-air, surface-to-air, and anti-ship guided weapons.

Aerospace & Space Aerospace Defence Systems Aerospace Software Defence & Security
PL
PlanetObserver
France

PlanetObserver is a French geospatial data company providing global high-resolution satellite imagery and mapping products for GIS and location intelligence applications.

Aerospace & Space Geospatial Analytics Remote Sensing
SA
Safran
France

Safran is a French multinational providing aircraft engines, equipment, and defence systems. Its CFM International joint venture produces the LEAP engine, and its avionics and…

Advanced Manufacturing Aerospace & Space Aerospace Defence Systems Aviation Technology Defence & Security Smart Factory Platforms
SA
Safran Digital
France

Safran Digital develops avionics software, aircraft propulsion analytics and MRO digital platforms for Safran's global aerospace and defence equipment and services business.

Aerospace & Space Aviation Technology
SA
Safran Electronics
France

Safran Electronics and Defense develops avionics, optronic systems and navigation solutions for military aircraft, helicopters and naval vessels for French and allied defence forces.

Aerospace & Space Aviation Technology
SA
Safran Helicopter
France

Safran Helicopter Engines Digital develops turbine engine health monitoring, digital maintenance analytics and connected powerplant management for helicopter turbine engines globally.

Aerospace & Space Aviation Technology
SO
Sodern France
France

Sodern develops star trackers and stellar sensors providing precise attitude determination for satellites and spacecraft navigation in European and international space programmes.

Aerospace & Space Space Infrastructure
TH
Thales
France

Thales is a French multinational providing defence electronics, cybersecurity, and digital identity solutions to governments and militaries. Its defence portfolio includes radar systems, communications, and…

Aerospace & Space Aviation Technology Cybersecurity Defence & Security Encryption Technologies Military Cybersecurity Military Platforms SOC Platforms Surveillance Systems
TH
Thales Alenia Space
France

Thales Alenia Space is a European space company building satellites, orbital infrastructure, and earth observation systems. It is a joint venture between France's Thales and…

Aerospace & Space Remote Sensing Satellite Communications Satellite Manufacturing Space Infrastructure
UN
Unseenlabs
France

Unseenlabs is a French space intelligence company operating a constellation of nanosatellites for maritime surveillance and radio frequency intelligence services.

Aerospace & Space Defence & Security Intelligence Platforms Remote Sensing
ZO
Zodiac Aerospace
France

Zodiac Aerospace was a French aircraft equipment manufacturer providing cabin interiors, seats, and safety systems. It was acquired by Safran in 2018.

Aerospace & Space Aviation Technology
28Providers
16HQ cities
1893–2022Founded

Key hubs: Paris, Toulouse, Massy

  • Aerospace Technology14
  • Space Systems11
  • Earth Observation5
  • Satellite Services2

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