Leonardo S.p.A. is an Italian multinational company specializing in aerospace, defense, and security, playing a prominent role in major international strategic programs. The company operates across the entire value chain of the space industry, from manufacturing satellites and infrastructure to producing high-tech equipment and sensors. Leonardo's activities include design and development of space systems, management of launch services, satellite control, earth observation services, and integrated communications, with key partnerships through the Space Alliance with Thales. They are a trusted technological partner of governments, defense agencies, and institutions, with products used on missions like Rosetta, Exomars, Galileo, and Copernicus, serving customers like NASA and ESA.
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Leonardo will contribute advanced solutions in electronics, C5I systems, and defense technologies related to UAV systems.
Massimo Claudio Comparini leads the Space Division of Leonardo S.p.A.
Leonardo, Telespazio, and Intuitive Machines have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to develop interoperable infrastructure and provide communication and navigation services for lunar exploration.
Leonardo's Transition Plan was published in 2025 as the first initiative of its kind in the Aerospace & Defense sector.
S&P raised Leonardo's overall ESG score to 83 out of 100, an increase of two points from the previous year.
The announcement certifies Leonardo's progress in environmental governance.
The collaboration is part of the Leonardo Group's strategy to leverage AI and advanced geoinformation to enhance secure and resilient decision-making processes.
Leonardo's Transition Plan, along with favorable ratings from MSCI and S&P, demonstrates its ability to lead the ecological transformation of the Aerospace & Defense sector.
MSCI upgraded Leonardo's rating from BBB to A.
Leonardo successfully completed the first qualification launch of the SAMP/T NG missile system equipped with the new generation KRONOS Grand Mobile High Power sensor on December 3, 2025.
Leonardo's recent success with the KRONOS GMHP confirms its commitment to developing an integrated and dynamic system for future European defense networks.
Leonardo demonstrated the maturity of its radar ecosystem through operational tests in high-complexity environments like Formidable Shield and Pacific Dragon.
Massimo Comparini is the Managing Director of the Space Division at Leonardo and the President of the Board at Thales Alenia Space.
Leonardo will provide support for the C-27J Spartan aircraft during the contract period.
Leonardo and the National Armaments Directorate signed a multi-year contract for logistical support for the Aeronautica Militare's fleet of C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft and the Full Motion simulator at the International Training Center in Pisa.
The establishment of the Regional Cyber Center marks a key milestone in Leonardo's long-term strategy to expand its international presence.
Leonardo's investment in Malaysia aims to establish a strong industrial and technological partnership while contributing to the development of highly specialized local human capital.
The new Regional Cyber Center will leverage Leonardo's proprietary technologies in cybersecurity, physical security, and mission critical communications.
Leonardo has opened a new Regional Cyber Center in Kuala Lumpur to strengthen its position as a technology leader in global security.
The European space industry is influenced by a merger involving major primes Airbus, Leonardo, and Thales.