EADS Innovation Works

EADS is a global leader in aerospace, defence and related services. They operate across the globe, in every continent. The UK is host to many of EADS key activities. With nearly 15,000 employees, EADS is firmly rooted in the UK's advanced technology industrial base. There is a strong presence of the Group throughout the United Kingdom: Airbus UK has the Airbus centre of excellence in wing work, Astrium is the UK's largest space company, Paradigm has set up and operates the world's first commercial provider of military satellite communications services, Systems integration and cryptography are strongholds of Cassidian and MBDA is a leader in missile systems with cutting-edge research and manufacturing facilities. EADS also invests firmly in R&D in the UK with a network of universities, research centres and government bodies demonstrating the Group's commitment to long-term investment in technology and skills.