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France Defence & Security Providers

France maintains one of Europe's most significant defence and security sectors, anchored by extensive government investment in military technology and national security capabilities. The country's defence industry operates within frameworks overseen by ANSSI, the national cybersecurity agency that coordinates digital security standards across critical infrastructure and defence systems. French defence technology spans military communications, surveillance systems, electronic warfare solutions, and secure information platforms designed for both government and commercial applications.

The providers listed here represent European-headquartered companies offering defence and security technologies ranging from encrypted communications platforms to threat detection systems and secure data management solutions. These verified organisations serve military contractors, government agencies, and private sector clients requiring security-focused technology solutions that meet stringent operational requirements. Browse the providers below to explore European alternatives for your defence and security technology needs.

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France Defence & Security Providers

20 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 CyberSecurity
France

Airbus CyberSecurity provides security operations, threat intelligence, and secure communications for critical infrastructure, defence, and government clients in Europe.

Cybersecurity Defence & Security Military Cybersecurity SOC Platforms Threat Intelligence Platforms
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 Defence Digital
France

Airbus Defence and Space Digital develops digital battlefield systems, satellite intelligence analytics and cyber defence platforms for NATO and allied defence forces globally.

Aerospace Defence Systems Defence & Security
AR
Arquus France
France

Arquus develops wheeled military vehicle management systems, digital drivetrain analytics and connected armoured truck platforms for French Army light and medium tactical vehicle programmes.

Defence & Security Military Platforms
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CS Group France
France

CS Group provides critical systems engineering, cybersecurity and digital sovereignty solutions for French defence, space, energy and transport sector clients requiring high-assurance IT.

Defence & Security Secure Network Systems
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
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KNDS France
France

KNDS France develops Leclerc main battle tank digital modernisation systems and next-generation armoured fighting vehicle platforms for French Army and export defence customers.

Defence & Security Military Platforms
LA
Lacroix Group France
France

Lacroix Group develops drone systems, smart munitions and pyrotechnic countermeasures for French and allied defence forces and security services globally.

Defence & Security Military Platforms
LY
Lynred France
France

Lynred develops infrared detector arrays and thermal imaging components for defence surveillance, space observation and industrial sensing applications requiring high-performance IR technology.

Defence & Security Surveillance Systems
MB
MBDA
France

MBDA is a European missile systems company jointly owned by Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo, producing missiles and air defence systems for European and international…

Aerospace Defence Systems Defence & Security Military Platforms
MB
MBDA France
France

MBDA France develops missile system guidance software, digital targeting platforms and weapon system simulation tools for MBDA's European missile systems business serving NATO allies.

Defence & Security Military Platforms
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
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Naval Group Digital
France

Naval Group Digital develops naval vessel combat management systems, submarine digital operations platforms and digital shipyard tools for Naval Group's French and international naval defence…

Defence & Security Military Platforms
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Nexter Systems
France

Nexter Systems develops CAESAR self-propelled howitzers, VBCI armoured vehicles and digital fire control systems for French Army and export customers as part of KNDS Group.

Defence & Security Military Platforms
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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
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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 Air Systems
France

Thales Air Systems develops ground-based air defence radars, air traffic management systems and battlefield surveillance platforms for French and allied military and civil authorities.

Defence & Security Surveillance Systems
TH
Thales Group
France

Thales Group is a French multinational providing defence electronics, aerospace technology, digital identity and cybersecurity solutions to governments and enterprises across 68 countries.

Defence & Security Military Cybersecurity
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
20Providers
10HQ cities
1893–2019Founded

Key hubs: Paris, Toulouse, Versailles

  • Defence Systems14
  • Cyber Defence5
  • Surveillance & Intelligence4

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