Airbus SE completes acquisition of Quarkslab to enhance cybersecurity

Airbus SE: Airbus SE is a major European aerospace and defense company with operations across commercial aircraft, defense systems, and space. It has been actively expanding its cybersecurity capabilities through acquisitions and contracts to support sovereign European needs. The completion of the Quarkslab purchase strengthens its position as a trusted partner for French officials and enhances its European cybersecurity footprint. Quarkslab: Quarkslab is a French cybersecurity firm specializing in solutions to protect critical assets, data, and users from cyberattacks, including tools like QShield for defending against AI threats and reverse engineering in defense and aerospace sectors. It has operated as a key supplier and partner to Airbus prior to the transaction. The acquisition integrates its expertise directly into Airbus' growing cyber activities. Defense Contract: Airbus recently secured a long-term cybersecurity contract with the French Ministry of the Armed Forces to supply secure gateways for military networks. European Expansion: The Quarkslab deal follows Airbus' other recent cybersecurity acquisitions across Europe, reinforcing its sovereign capabilities in the region.