MBDA CEO Éric Béranger has urged European governments to increase cross-border collaboration in weapons development as uncertainty grows over the Trump administration’s NATO commitments. Speaking on March 17, Béranger said Europe is at a pivotal moment for security, citing the unpredictable behavior of traditional allies. He revealed MBDA achieved €4.9 billion in revenues and a record €13.8 billion in order intake for 2024. His remarks coincided with the EU’s announcement of a €150 billion loan initiative under the ReArm Europe Plan to boost defense capabilities. The call underscores rising pressure on Europe to strengthen its own defense industrial base.
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