Progressing
with purpose
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We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

In 2022, we made progress on objectives that support our purpose to pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

We focused on navigating a complex operating environment while at the same time moving forward with our priorities. This included the development of new products, improving our industrial set-up and securing contracts that help nations protect their values, citizens and sovereignty.

It was a year of progressing with purpose.

At a glance

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2022 has been a year at the forefront of innovating new technologies with a pioneering spirit to refine the aerospace industry. Check out some of the highlights of the last 12 months as we've strived to continually push the boundaries on what is possible to safeguard our world for future generations.

 Financial

Revenues
(€ million)

58,763

(2021: 52,149)
EBIT Adjusted
(€ million)

5,627

(2021: 4,865)
Reported earnings per share
(€)

5.40

(2021: 5.36)
Order intake
(€ million)

82,521

(2021: 62,007)

 Non-Financial

Energy consumption
(GWh)

2,594

(From stationary sources and electricity)
CO2e Scope 1 & 2 emissions 
(ktons)

762

(CO2 equivalent)
Ethics & Compliance e-learning sessions

290,178

(1 Oct. 2021 to 30 Sept. 2022)
Number of employees
 

134,267

(End 2021: 126,495)

Chairman's message &
CEO interview
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2022 proved to be a year of considerable geopolitical and economic uncertainty...
I salute the strong engagement of Airbus employees.

Chairman's full message 

 

René Obermann

René Obermann
Chairman of the Board  

We came together as Team Airbus to address these challenges and make progress on our strategic priorities. This combined effort meant we achieved our financial targets.

CEO's full interview

 

Guillaume Faury

Guillaume Faury
Chief Executive Officer  


 

Guided by our

Purpose
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Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.
This purpose is embedded in everything we do.

Valuing people and their contribution to Airbus’ success 
Valuing people
Developing the SAF ecosystem and bolstering in-house research
 Developing the SAF ecosystem and bolstering in-house research capabilities
Helping nations protect their citizens, values and infrastructure
Helping nations protect their citizens, values and infrastructure
Expanding human knowledge of Earth and the Universe
Orion Solar Earth Moon © NASA
  

Prioritising

Sustainability
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Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity.
These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities.

Strengthening our corporate approach to community impact 
Strenghtening our corporate approach to community impact
Amplifying our impact via the Airbus Foundation 
Lorian ecosystem from space Kenya
Reducing energy consumption and emissions on our sites 
Reducing energy consumption and emissions on our sites
Investing in innovation and research
Investing in innovation and research

Operational review
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Airbus

Key events 2022
• Deliveries rise 8% to 661 aircraft
• Book-to-bill significantly above 1
• A321XLR flight testing begins
• Sustainable aviation fuel flights continue

Commercial aircraft orders and deliveries rose year-on-year, with a solid increase in revenues and earnings.
2022 included a number of operational and sustainability milestones. 

Read more about Airbus Commercial Aircraft

Annual Report A350F

Key figures

Deliveries
(units)

661(1)

(2021: 611) 
Net order intake
(units)

820

(2021: 507) 

Revenues
(€ million)

41,428

(2021: 36,164)

 

EBIT Adjusted 
(€ million)

4,600

(2021: 3,570)

1.After a reduction of two aircraft previously recorded as sold in December 2021 for which a transfer was not possible due to international sanctions against Russia. 

 

 

 

Airbus Helicopters

Key events 2022
• Book-to-bill above 1
• Deliveries increase to 344 units
• H160 goes into operation
• Progress on sustainability roadmap

The Division contributed positively to the Company’s overall financial performance, with higher revenues and earnings.
Deliveries increased and milestones were achieved on programmes and decarbonisation initiatives.

Read more about Airbus Helicopters

Annual report H160

Key figures

Deliveries
(units)

344

(2021: 338)
Net order intake
(units)

362

(2021: 414)

Revenues
(€ million)

7,048

(2021: 6,509)

EBIT Adjusted 
(€ million)

639

(2021: 535)

 

 

 

Airbus Defence and Space

Key events 2022
• Book-to-bill by value around 1.2
• Signing of FCAS, Eurodrone contracts
• Airbus-built ESM powers Orion spacecraft
• Progress on sustainability initiatives

The Division achieved some key defence contract wins while earnings reflected the difficult operating environment. Progress was made on sustainability initiatives.

Read more about Airbus Defence and Space

Annual report Eurodrone

Key figures

Order book
(€ million)

38,426

(2021: 36,131)
Net order intake
(€ million)

13,660

(2021: 13,656)

Revenues
(€ million)

11,259

(2021: 10,186)

 

EBIT Adjusted 
(€ million)

384

(2021: 696)