Collins Aerospace is transforming its factory with a new, taller-than-expected structure featuring white walls and red doors. According to Collins Aerospace, this design enables faster production and improved manufacturing capabilities.
Against the backdrop of Dubai Airshow 2025, Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Collins Aerospace to optimize its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet efficiency. The airline will adopt Collins' Ascentia analytics solution to manage fleet maintenance by improving reliability and reducing costs.
Ethiopian Airlines has secured multiple aircraft deals at Dubai Airshow, including the acquisition of more Airbus A350 widebodies and the leasing of two ATR 72-600 aircraft to Congo's national carrier Air Congo. The airline also ordered six A350-900s directly with Airbus and signed an agreement with Collins Aerospace for premium business class seating solutions across its fleet.
The US Army has released a request for information for the second-generation MAPS Gen II system, which requires prime contractors to hand over their intellectual property. The system is designed to provide position, navigation and timing data for ground vehicles in GPS denied environments.
Airbus Defence and Space has delivered two C295 Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) to Angola, completing the country's three-aircraft order. The new aircraft will support search and rescue operations, combat illegal fishing, strengthen border control, and assist in maritime traffic monitoring and intelligence-gathering missions for the Angolan Air Force.