US Manufacturer Expands Eastern European Presence Amid Defense Cooperation
Bell Textron has formed a subsidiary in Ukraine, Bell Textron Ukraine, as part of its industrial cooperation effort with the country. The new entity will serve as the hub for the company’s activities in Ukraine, focusing on helicopter assembly, maintenance, and repair. The move follows letters of intent signed in October 2025, which explored cooperative opportunities, including the potential supply of aircraft. Bell’s AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom platforms may support Ukraine’s defense needs, forming the basis for a longer-term industrial partnership. This development was first reported by AeroTime.