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FIGEAC AÉRO: FIGEAC AÉRO SELECTED TO SUPPORT THE LECLERC TANK UPGRADE
29-Jun-2026 / 08:30 CET/CEST
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FIGEAC AÉRO selected to support the Leclerc tank upgrade
FIGEAC AÉRO (FR0011665280 - FGA:FP), a leading partner for major aerospace manufacturers, announces that it has been
selected to produce parts for the upgrade program of France's Leclerc battle tank.
FIGEAC AÉRO continues to make headway in the defense segment, both in aerospace programs such as the Rafale fighter jet
and in military ground equipment and systems.
Through its specialized subsidiary Mécabrive Industries, the Group has today been selected to produce a set of small
and mid-sized aluminium parts for the optronic and navigation systems to be fitted in the French army Leclerc tanks
(originally developed by GIAT Industries, later becoming Nexter and most recently KNDS).
These new systems are crucial technological building blocks in today's modern defense platforms, offering enhanced
vision, detection, reconnaissance and precision capabilities. With this in mind, France's DGA (defence procurement
agency) and army have launched a program to upgrade the Leclerc combat system before plans to possibly replace it by
2035.
Mécabrive Industries forms part of the FIGEAC AÉRO Group's Defense & Energy division and specializes in non-aerospace
defense activities. On the strength of its expertise in such parts and systems, Mécabrive Industries was able to offer
among the most competitive industrial solutions for the programme.
This upcoming contract is expected to have a duration of 5 years, with series production scheduled in financial year
2027/28.
It is a reflection of the strategic need and determination of governments to bolster their defense capabilities in the
near future as they face greater geopolitical instability. This is particularly the case in Europe, which in 2025
became the main driver of growth in defense spending worldwide (having spent USD900 billion, +14% versus 2024[1]).
In light of such momentum, FIGEAC AÉRO feels confident about its development prospects in the defense industry.
Moreover, it is aware that all the industry's players need to be involved in driving this momentum and has very
recently launched a number of new strategic initiatives, including efforts to increase production capacity dedicated to
defense activities. Such initiatives will help it to further solidify its positioning in this strategic and sovereign
market following completion of its PILOT 28 plan.
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About Figeac Aéro
The FIGEAC AÉRO Group specialises in producing metal parts and sub-assemblies. It is a leading partner for major
manufacturers in the aerospace, defense and energy sectors. FIGEAC AÉRO has a global industrial footprint with 14
production facilities spanning 8 countries and holds strategic positions on the world's main commercial and military
aircraft programmes. The Group generated annual revenue of EUR486.8 million in the year to 31 March 2026.
FIGEAC AÉRO contacts
Jean-Claude Maillard
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Tel.: +33 (0)5 65 34 52 52
Simon Derbanne
Director Investor Relations, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Tel.: +33 (0)5 81 24 63 91
E-mail: simon.derbanne@figeac-aero.com / communications.group@figeac-aero.com
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[1] Source: SIPRI
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Regulatory filing PDF file
File: CP_FGA_20260625_SED Leclerc MBI_EN_vdef
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Language: English
Company: FIGEAC AÉRO
ZI de l'Aiguille
46100 FIGEAC
France
E-mail: communications.group@figeac-aero.com
Internet: www.figeac-aero.com
ISIN: FR0011665280
Euronext Ticker: FGA
AMF Category: Inside information / Other releases
EQS News ID: 2355306
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