large number of original equipment manufacturers, security organizations and land forces. The Defence division is a leader in maintaining and upgrading heavy weapon systems and also maintains communications systems and both virtual and live simulators. The Ammotec division is a market leader in small-calibre ammunition, pyrotechnic elements and components for the Hunting & Sports and Defence & Law Enforcement business areas as well as the construction industry.

The Aviation division is the centre of excellence for civil and military aircraft maintenance, for upgrade programmes and for developing, manufacturing and integrating aviation systems and subsystems. The Aerostructures division specializes in the development, manufacturing and final assembly of complete fuselage sections for passenger aircraft, wing and control surface components as well as sophisticated component assemblies and parts for civil and military aircraft.

The Space division is a leading supplier of products for the institutional and commercial space markets in Europe and the USA. Outside these two core markets, special-purpose RUAG products also contribute to the success of almost all major space projects. With over 40 years' experience in the development of cutting-edge space technologies, RUAG is a byword for 100% mission success.