Aeronautics, space, defence and security

An innovative sector, competitive and open on the international stage

Normandy ranks third amongst French regions in the field of aeronautics, space, defence and security. This dynamic sector stands out through its innovations and advanced technology, supported by a high-performance cluster: NAE (Normandie AeroEspace)

Sector segments

The aeronautics industry in Normandy is organised around 4 key sectors:

Motorisation and equipment
Electronics and connectors
Maintenance
Defence and security

Choose Normandy for your project

A deep skills-pool in aeronautics: Normandy hosts many training courses and higher education institutions offering engineering qualifications:

ESIGELEC (engineering qualifications – Systems Electronics for Automobile and Aeronautics)
ENSICAEN (scientific engineering qualifications)
INSA ROUEN (engineering qualifications – energy and propulsion)
CESI (engineering qualifications – electrics and onboard electronics)

A strategic plan identifying the principal research priorities for Normandy:

Weight reduction and performance of structures
Improving propulsion systems
Electrification and viability of onboard systems
Development of intelligent systems

A one-of-a-kind Space Campus in Vernon:

A site of around 70 hectares, dedication to housing businesses and training institutions in the hi-tech field – Industry 4.0, aeronautics, space, defence, security, energy, mobility, digital, geolocalisation, data sciences, etc.

Welcome Package

Working with our partners and stakeholders, the Invest team in AD Normandie is there to advise you on the administrative procedures involved in the creation, the registration and the launching of your project.

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The Invest team in AD Normandie can offer you solutions for land and buildings adapted for your project, and work alongside you in all stages of the implementation of your project.

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With a regional network of partners, the Invest team in AD Normandie help foreign businesses set-up within the local economic environment.

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The Invest team at AD Normandie provides a tailored service to help your project and look for sources of finance. We have an unrivalled expertise, both within the team and amongst our partners across Normandy.

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AD Normandie undertakes a monitoring of your set-up and teams to facilitate your arrival in the region, and the Invest teams remain at your disposal to help with any further developmental needs.

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AD Normandie is made-up of a fully committed and professional teams, working on the development of French and international companies in the Normandy region, providing a free, confidential and made-to-measure service.

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All the services available

for your set-up in normandy

for all business sizes, whether you are from France or elsewhere.

Administrative formalities

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Building solutions

The Invest team in AD Normandie can offer you solutions for land and buildings adapted for your project, and work alongside you in all stages of the implementation of your project.

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Partners and Networks

With a regional network of partners, the Invest team in AD Normandie help foreign businesses set-up within the local economic environment.

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Project development & financial support

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Helping your set-up

AD Normandie undertakes a monitoring of your set-up and teams to facilitate your arrival in the region, and the Invest teams remain at your disposal to help with any further developmental needs.

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Dedicated team