New UK-EU defence pact misses concrete details despite ambitious “first step”
Given the geopolitical gravity, analysts have said the defence and security agreement established falls short of what is needed for future UK-EU co-operation.
A J Walter Aviation’s new chief executive, Boris Wolstenholme, has recruited Gareth Cunningham to be the company’s new director of contract services, as well as promoting Andrew Braley to the role of director of business development
Cunningham brings a wealth of experience from his roles at ST Aerospace Solutions, FLS Aerospace and Air 2000 to help AJW focus on developing flexible and robust spares support solutions to assist airlines in challenging economic times.
Working closely with John Avery, director of supply chain services, Cunningham forms part of an AJW commercial team offering flexible component PBH, pooling and serviced leasing options.
In his new role Braley now combines communications, marketing services and sales management. He will be responsible for the development and growth of AJW’s business presence within the global marketplace by focusing on existing commercial relationships and delivering new customers and partners to meet the company’s strategic ambitions.
Given the geopolitical gravity, analysts have said the defence and security agreement established falls short of what is needed for future UK-EU co-operation.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems secured a nearly $2 billion deal for MQ-9B uncrewed aerial systems, while Raytheon’s counter-UAS system was secured for $1 billion.
An amendment to the Brazilian Constitution currently under discussion would permanently assign 2% of annual GDP to the defence budget, potentially cementing modernisation programmes for the country’s armed forces.
Multiple questions involving the largest US Foreign Military Sale in history remain unanswered.
The company’s Q1 2025 results showed a 20% increase in new orders and a 15% increase in revenue across the business.
Results for Q1 2025 have been strong across the board for many defence companies in Europe with forward-looking statements and predictions for the full year also looking good.