Bombardier supplying jets for maritime surveillance in Australia
Bombardier Inc. has secured an order to supply three Global 6500 jets for maritime surveillance in Australia. This deal enhances Bombardier's growing defense business in the region, which has seen significant expansion in recent years. The company has shifted its focus to producing and servicing private aircraft, including those modified for military use.
- ▪Bombardier will provide three Global 6500 aircraft for maritime surveillance missions in Australia.
- ▪The order was made with defense contractor Metrea for the Australian Border Force.
- ▪Bombardier's defense unit surpassed US$1 billion in revenue last year.
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Open this photo in gallery:A model of a Bombardier Global 6500 jet is displayed at the National Research Council's Flight Research Lab in Ottawa.Justin Tang/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountBombardier Inc. BBD-B-T said it won an order to supply large-cabin jets for coastal surveillance in Australia, adding to its presence on the continent as it builds out a small but growing defence business. The Canadian plane maker said Tuesday it will provide three Global 6500 aircraft to defence contractor Metrea, which will fly maritime surveillance missions for the Australian Border Force. No value was given for the order.
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