Airbus Defence and Space UK Chairman Ben Bridge Talks Re-Arming Britain
Bloomberg Talks5 Jun 2025

Airbus Defence and Space UK Chairman Ben Bridge Talks Re-Arming Britain

As fighting in Ukraine drags on and Donald Trump demands that Europe take greater responsibility for its own security, the UK is confronting the hard reality of rebuilding its military strength. The challenge lies in overcoming years of underinvestment, failed contracts, and recruitment struggles. While European allies are pledging billions of euros to boost domestic defense manufacturing, the UK is scrambling to catch up in an industry it once dominated. Daybreak Europe host Caroline Hepker has been speaking to defense CEOs and industry experts for a special report. Here's part of her conversation with Airbus Defence and Space UK Chairman Ben Bridge.

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