BAE Systems is a leading global defence, security and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. With approximately 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded £18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008.
- 2nd largest global defence company based on 2008 revenues*
- Approximately 105,000 employees worldwide
- Global capability
- Customers in over 100 countries
- 2008 sales exceeded £18.5 billion
- Patent applications filed in 2008 cover more than 200 new inventions
*Source: Defense News Annual Ranking, 2008
