Renault Secures €1 Billion Contract to Manufacture Military Drones in France

Renault has announced a strategic expansion into the military sector with a significant contract to produce military drones for the French government. The company has signed an agreement with the French General Directorate of Armament (DGA) to manufacture these drones at its facilities in Le Mans, Sarthe, and Cléon, Seine-Maritime. This contract is described as an "act of economic war" for France, highlighting its importance in bolstering national defense industrial capabilities. Financially, the deal holds the potential to generate up to one billion euros over the next ten years, marking a major industrial and economic milestone for Renault. Production will be localized within France, underlining the government's commitment to supporting domestic manufacturing and technological sovereignty in defense. This move represents a bold new direction for Renault, traditionally known for automotive manufacturing, as it diversifies into advanced military technology amid evolving global security demands.