British Government Awards Billion-Dollar Deal to Boost Military Helicopter Production
The British government has awarded Leonardo UK a $1.3 billion contract to build 23 new medium-lift helicopters for the country’s armed forces. The agreement secures the future of the Yeovil site as Britain’s last remaining military helicopter production line and paves the path for future export orders. The deal is seen as a major vote of confidence in British industry and innovation, with Defence Secretary John Healey stating that it strengthens the Armed Forces and secures thousands of skilled British jobs. The contract was reported by AeroTime.