Goldman Sachs
May 18, 2026
European Aerospace and Defence Radar
Weekly UpdateEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsIndustrials
This report provides a weekly update on the European Aerospace and Defence sectors, highlighting a £1bn UK howitzer contract and $7.7bn Lufthansa order.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The UK is set to procure 72 RCH 155 remote-controlled howitzers in a deal worth nearly £1bn, with first deliveries expected in 2028.
- 2.Aerospace stocks experienced a difficult trading week due to investor concerns regarding geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and potential impacts on the civil aftermarket.
- 3.Lufthansa has placed a $7.7 billion order for 20 new long-haul aircraft from Airbus and Boeing to modernize its fleet and reduce emissions.
Table of Contents
- Sector news
- Our view
- Aerospace
- Defence
- Latest European A&D research
- Upcoming Key Events
- A&D trackers: industry KPIs and positioning data
- Valuation Snapshot
- Disclosure Appendix
- Disclosures
- Regulatory disclosures
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Authors
Sam BurgessJubril MoronfoluMilind Sikchi
Securities
AIR.PARheinmetallRR.LBAES.LLufthansa
Themes
Geopolitical Disruption to Civil AviationDefense Rearmament CycleValuation Disconnect vs Growth
Regions
EuropeNorth AmericaMiddle EastUnited KingdomGermanyTurkey
