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“Leonardo, in every imaginable world”: Lorenzo’s story

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:53:00 GMT

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24.03.2026

“Leonardo, in every imaginable world”: Lorenzo’s story

The journey launched with Leonardo's TV corporate advert continues, revealing the company's identity and its commitment to contributing to global progress and security. The protagonist of the first video story, Lorenzo, shares his experience in the world of Helicopters.

Leonardo's Modelling & Simulation, a pillar of multi-domain defence, in the new Polaris Innovation Journal

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:23:00 GMT

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03.03.2026

Leonardo's Modelling & Simulation, a pillar of multi-domain defence, in the new Polaris Innovation Journal

The 54th issue of POLARIS Innovation Journal is now online, exploring the strategic role of Modelling & Simulation (M&S) in developing capabilities for Aerospace, Defence and Security. In an increasingly complex and multi-domain operational environment, M&S is emerging as one of the key enablers for innovation, cost and risk reduction, and decision support, accompanying the entire life cycle of systems, from design to training.

Leonardo Solvers Wanted, new challenge in quantum technologies

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:08:00 GMT

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24.02.2026

Leonardo Solvers Wanted, new challenge in quantum technologies

“Beyond Classical Limits: Advancing Quantum Sensing, Communication, and Imaging” is the theme of the new challenge launched by Solvers Wanted, Leonardo’s technology scouting platform dedicated to identifying innovative solutions.

Innovation Award 2025, record edition: almost 1,000 entries

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:25:00 GMT

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20.02.2026

Innovation Award 2025, record edition: almost 1,000 entries

The 19th edition of the Innovation Award–which recognises and rewards innovative projects proposed by Leonardo employees–involved more than 3,000 colleagues and 100 Research Fellows, with an increase of 107 submissions and approximately 700 additional participants compared to 2024.

FITS4TOP project, a leap into the future for advanced military flight training

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

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26.01.2026

FITS4TOP project, a leap into the future for advanced military flight training

Leonardo is looking to the future of advanced military pilot training with the international FITS4TOP (Future Integrated Training System for TOP Pilots) project, an innovative “system of systems” designed to enhance the current Live, Virtual and Constructive capabilities of the military pilot training syllabus.

Leonardo, in every imaginable world

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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22.12.2025

Leonardo, in every imaginable world

Leonardo's new TV corporate advert describes the Group's technological domains and professional expertise, which enable it to achieve its daily goals to preserve the planet and its inhabitants: protecting, saving, observing and preventing.

Kick-off for the seventh edition of Leonardo and Telespazio's #T-TeC Technology Contest

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT

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17.12.2025

Kick-off for the seventh edition of Leonardo and Telespazio's #T-TeC Technology Contest

The #T-TeC Technology Contest, an open innovation contest promoted by Leonardo and Telespazio, is open to students, researchers and PhD candidates from universities all over the world. The seventh edition was presented with a ceremony during the New Space Economy Expo Forum (NSE) at the Fiera di Roma.

Roberto Cingolani’s interview with Fortune Italia: “In defence of peace”

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:44:00 GMT

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16.12.2025

Roberto Cingolani’s interview with Fortune Italia: “In defence of peace”

Fortune Italia dedicates its cover to Leonardo’s CEO and General Manager, Roberto Cingolani: “We must be ready to defend ourselves. Peace isn’t free”.

The future is built in the classroom

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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16.12.2025

The future is built in the classroom

Leonardo strengthens its commitment to STEM with new School-Work Training programs, initiatives to promote scientific disciplines, interdisciplinary workshops and digital content to introduce students to the professions of the future.

Roberto Cingolani unveils Michelangelo Dome in CNN interview

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:48:00 GMT

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11.12.2025

Roberto Cingolani unveils Michelangelo Dome in CNN interview

Interviewed by Richard Quest on CNN, Roberto Cingolani, Leonardo’s CEO and General Manager, describes the features of Michelangelo Dome, the new multi-domain integrated defence system serving Europe and global security.

The launch of "Michelangelo - The Security Dome" reported in the media

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:27:00 GMT

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28.11.2025

The launch of "Michelangelo - The Security Dome" reported in the media

The main Italian and international newspapers report on the presentation of “Michelangelo Dome”, the new, advanced integrated defence system designed to counter emerging threats in an increasingly complex global landscape.

Leonardo Solvers Wanted, EYE2DRIVE project with Eye-Tech completed

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:22:00 GMT

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24.11.2025

Leonardo Solvers Wanted, EYE2DRIVE project with Eye-Tech completed

The EYE2DRIVE project, carried out by Leonardo in collaboration with the start-up Eye-Tech, one of the winners of the Bio-Inspired Sensor Technology challenge launched as part of Leonardo's “Solvers Wanted” Open Innovation programme, has been successfully completed.

Leonardo’s plans: faster, energy-efficient AI

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:34:00 GMT

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19.11.2025

Leonardo’s plans: faster, energy-efficient AI

Quantum technologies are a key element of Leonardo’s digital roadmap outlined Industrial Plan, which integrates artificial intelligence, supercomputing, cloud, big data and cybersecurity. Massimiliano Del Barba discusses this in the special feature “L’Economia del Futuro” by “Corriere della Sera”.

Solvers Wanted, a new challenge on materials adhesion is launched

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT

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19.11.2025

Solvers Wanted, a new challenge on materials adhesion is launched

“Beyond Bonding: Smarter, Stronger, and Sustainable Adhesion” is the theme of the new challenge launched by Solvers Wanted, Leonardo's technology scouting platform, aimed at finding innovative solutions in the field of adhesion between different materials.

New frontiers of space innovation in the new issue of POLARIS Innovation Journal

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:30:00 GMT

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18.11.2025

New frontiers of space innovation in the new issue of POLARIS Innovation Journal

The 53^rd issue of POLARIS Innovation Journal is now online, focusing on Space. This edition explores the latest developments and future perspectives of a field increasingly strategic to everyday life: from the search for new habitable spaces and resources to downstream applications such as Earth observation, communications, and geolocation. Topics range from missions to the Moon and Mars to the satellite data that power daily digital services.

Leonardo Drone Contest: Tor Vergata University wins the 2025 edition

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:44:00 GMT

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03.10.2025

Leonardo Drone Contest: Tor Vergata University wins the 2025 edition

The sixth edition of the Leonardo Drone Contest took place on 1-2 October 2025, with the team from Tor Vergata University claiming first place and receiving the award on stage at Italian Tech Week. The Politecnico di Milano came second, while third place went to the University of Naples Federico II.

Poste Italiane and Leonardo: agreement on technologies for logistics services

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:16:00 GMT

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23.09.2025

Poste Italiane and Leonardo: agreement on technologies for logistics services

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Poste Italiane and Leoanrdo will enable the creation of secure and innovative logistics solutions based on technologies such as Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence.

IFTS, the Italian centre of excellence training the military pilots of the future

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:58:00 GMT

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02.07.2025

IFTS, the Italian centre of excellence training the military pilots of the future

The International Flight Training School (IFTS) is an advanced flight training centre dedicated to military pilots from air forces around the world. The academy, based in Decimomannu (Cagliari, Italy), hosted the military pilot wings graduation ceremony, attended by the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella.

Leonardo at the Paris Air Show: a European vision for the future of Defence

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:23:00 GMT

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18.06.2025

Leonardo at the Paris Air Show: a European vision for the future of Defence

At the 2025 Paris Air Show currently underway in Le Bourget, Roberto Cingolani, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Leonardo, and Stefano Pontecorvo, Chairman of Leonardo, outlined the company’s vision and perspectives on the Defence sector from both a European and global point of view.

Mission-critical communications: strategic infrastructure for future security

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 08:10:00 GMT

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18.06.2025

Mission-critical communications: strategic infrastructure for future security

In today’s global context–shaped by ever-changing scenarios, geopolitical risks and hybrid threats–the ability to communicate securely and effectively is crucial to protecting communities and territories. Mission-critical communication solutions are essential for enabling public safety operators to make informed and timely decisions, ensuring effective coordination of forces in the field.