(21 January 2016) Finmeccanica is making its debut as a One Company in the Bahrain Airshow, which opened today, presenting its Helicopters Division (which in the reorganization process of the Group, absorbed, as of January 2016, the activities of AgustaWestland) and the “Avionic Systems and Space”, “Defence Electronics Land and Naval” and “Security Systems and Information” Divisions. Under the new organizational model of the One Company, wanted by Managing Director and CEO Mauro Moretti, Finmeccanica is a single company active in aerospace, defense and security, with a new governance system divided into sectors and operating divisions, letting go of the previous model of holding company and subsidiaries. The Bahrain Airshow is thus an ideal stage for Finmeccanica’s debut, because it catalyzes the strategic markets of the Gulf region. The most recent contract, acquired by the division Electronics for Land and Naval Defense, involves upgrading six ships of the Royal Bahrain Naval Force and the supply of related activities and training, actively contributing to the country’s security. Furthermore, Finmeccanica continues to strengthen its presence in the Middle East by providing products and support activities through its Helicopters division. Various AgustaWestland models carry out commercial and military duties, including passenger transport, offshore operations, air ambulance, search and rescue, utility, public security and naval missions. Finmeccanica’s stand at the Airshow includes an interactive section in which visitors can explore, through displays and video projections, the company’s offer, ranging from aircraft to space systems, passing by naval capabilities and cyber security expertise. Finmeccanica is also presenting LeadInSky, an innovative platform for air traffic control, developed from over 50 years of experience in the Air Traffic Control radars; and the Falcon Shield, an anti-UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) security solution, designed to counter the threat posed by small commercial drones that can be used to compromise security of people and property. (Red)
