2023 Annual Results Financial Release
From GlobeNewswire:
In 2023, Dassault Aviation reported impressive figures with an order intake of EUR 8.25 billion, including 60 Rafale and 23 Falcon aircraft. Adjusted net sales reached EUR 4.8 billion, with a backlog of EUR 38.5 billion. The company announced an adjusted net income of EUR 886 million and available cash of EUR 7.29 billion.
Key events in 2023 for Dassault Aviation included the delivery of 13 Rafale and 26 Falcon aircraft. The company faced supply chain issues and delayed entry into service of Falcon 6X. The Board of Directors approved the 2023 statement of accounts, highlighting the commercial success of Rafale and increasing backlog, driven by international orders.
Challenges faced by Dassault Aviation in 2024 include supply chain issues impacting production startups. The Paris Air Show in June 2023 showcased the company’s commitment to decarbonization, with Falcon aircraft certified to fly with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends. The Group aims to have models compatible with 100% SAF by 2030, as part of their environmental responsibility efforts.
In the military sector, Dassault Aviation took various orders and delivered Rafale aircraft to France and Greece. The company continued development work on the Rafale F4 standard and FCAS. In civil aviation, 23 Falcon aircraft were ordered, with development efforts ongoing for Falcon 6X and 10X. Social responsibility initiatives included a recruitment drive and profit-sharing of EUR 170 million for employees in the French companies.
Dassault Aviation’s 2024 objectives include delivering Rafale and Falcon aircraft, meeting schedule and cost commitments, and maintaining customer satisfaction in military and business aviation. The company seeks a contract for the Rafale Standard F5 and continues to work towards decarbonization and environmentally friendly practices in aviation.
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