Seoul. Leonardo signed an agreement with Hanwha Systems, a leading South Korean aerospace company, to jointly supply aircraft and mission systems to the country and other international customers, at ADEX – the International Aerospace and Defense Exposition. Initially, the collaboration will be aimed at the development and delivery of search, discovery and tracking systems for fighter aircraft. Leonardo will provide the know-how and experience gained in international programmes such as Eurofighter Typhoon and Gripen-E, for which the company provides advanced aircraft systems. According to the agreement, Leonardo plans to locate part of Hanwha’s sensor manufacturing in South Korea, thereby contributing to developing national high-tech industrial capabilities. (9colonne)
