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Airbus' helicopters unit wins drone contract from French Navy

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Posted on January 16, 2026

Last updated: January 16, 2026

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Airbus Secures Drone Contract with French Navy for VSR700 Drones

Airbus and Naval Group's New Drone Contract

Jan 16 (Reuters) - Airbus' helicopters division and defence firm Naval Group have won a contract from France's defence procurement agency to make six VSR700 drones for the French Navy, the aerospace group said on Friday.

Contract Details

Financial details of the deal, which follows a framework agreement signed last June, were not disclosed.

Capabilities of the VSR700

The six drones will be operated from 2028 by the French Navy, Airbus said in a statement.

The VSR700 is a dual-use uncrewed aerial system that complements ships for intelligence, surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance purposes.

(Reporting by Gianluca Lo Nostro in Gdansk; Editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

Frequently Asked Questions about Airbus' helicopters unit wins drone contract from French Navy

1What is a drone?

A drone is an uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously using software-controlled flight plans.

2What is the purpose of surveillance drones?

Surveillance drones are used for gathering intelligence, monitoring activities, and conducting reconnaissance missions without putting human lives at risk.

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Airbus' helicopters unit wins drone contract from French Navy

Published by Global Banking and Finance Review

Posted on January 16, 2026

Last updated: January 16, 2026

Tags:innovation technology

Airbus Secures Drone Contract with French Navy for VSR700 Drones

Airbus and Naval Group's New Drone Contract

Contract Details

Financial details of the deal, which follows a framework agreement signed last June, were not disclosed.

Capabilities of the VSR700

The six drones will be operated from 2028 by the French Navy, Airbus said in a statement.

The VSR700 is a dual-use uncrewed aerial system that complements ships for intelligence, surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance purposes.

(Reporting by Gianluca Lo Nostro in Gdansk; Editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

Frequently Asked Questions about Airbus' helicopters unit wins drone contract from French Navy

1What is a drone?

A drone is an uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously using software-controlled flight plans.

2What is the purpose of surveillance drones?

Surveillance drones are used for gathering intelligence, monitoring activities, and conducting reconnaissance missions without putting human lives at risk.