Editorial by Éric Dalbiès

ear colleagues,

Innovation is an integral part of Safran’s DNA. For more than 125 years now, we’ve designed and developed the technologies that shape the future and allow us to seize new opportunities. This proven ability to innovate is fundamental for a company like Safran. Today, the twin challenges of decarbonization and sovereignty mean we must not only defend our current market positions, but above all develop solutions that will enable us to meet the challenges ahead. Preparing for the future starts here!

We’re in an unprecedented situation. Planemakers renewed their product lines a few years ago and are now waiting for us to mature the technologies that will underpin the next generation of planes. As there are currently no pressing development needs, we’re in a position to focus all our efforts on R&T. In short, this is a great window of opportunity to gear up for the future.

And we can count on solid assets to rise to the occasion, starting with talent. Our employees’ creative flair for designing disruptive solutions is Safran’s core strength. For instance, we file the most patents in France – and we also filemore aerospace patents in the United States than any other non-American company! Our second major asset is the breadth of our business portfolio. In addition to our expertise in today’s most sophisticated technologies, we can call on our experience in dual technologies, for civil and military applications, allowing us to offer high value-added products delivering top-flight performance. Not to mention our operational excellence, widely recognized in our sector. Last, but not least: Safran is footing very solid company, which means we have the financial resources needed to achieve our technological goals.

Tomorrow’s businesses are already shaping up, as you’ll see in this latest issue of One. Even though our competitors are also advancing at a fast pace, we’re blazing a trail to stay ahead of the curve and embrace the future with confidence.

Éric Dalbiès
Safran Senior Executive Vice President, Strategy, R&T and Innovation