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Honeywell Targets Growing European Demand for ITAR-Free Technology

Prime Highlights 

  • Honeywell Aerospace is expanding its range of ITAR-free defence products. 
  • European demand for export restriction-free defence technology continues to grow. 

Key Facts 

  • Honeywell Aerospace develops aerospace and defence technologies, including missile navigation systems. 
  • Around 1,000 engineers in Poland and the Czech Republic are working on ITAR-free technologies. 

Background 

Honeywell Aerospace is expanding its portfolio of defence products designed without restricted U.S. technologies as European countries increase defence spending and seek equipment that avoids U.S. export restrictions. The company is developing more International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)-free products to meet growing demand from European and international customers. 

The move comes as NATO members announce major defence investments and strengthen military capabilities in response to changing security conditions in Europe. Defence companies are also expected to discuss rising demand for ITAR-free components at the Farnborough Airshow later this month. 

Honeywell Aerospace has assigned around 1,000 engineers in Poland and the Czech Republic to develop technologies that do not fall under U.S. ITAR rules. The company is also expected to introduce a new ITAR-free product for the international defence market at the airshow. 

Chief Executive Officer Jim Currier said the company is focusing on designing products that better meet the needs of European customers. He added that Honeywell is using its operations in Europe to expand the development of non-ITAR navigation technologies following its acquisition of Italian company Civitanavi. 

Honeywell said international business has become a larger part of its defence operations. International sales now account for about 30% of its defence business, compared with around 18% in 2020. 

Industry executives said demand for ITAR-free components has grown as European defence firms seek greater flexibility in exporting military equipment without relying on U.S. approvals. Canadian aerospace suppliers have also reported a sharp increase in customer requests for ITAR-free products, reflecting broader changes in global defence supply chains.