Question · Q3 2025
Jordan J Lyonnais inquired about Crane Company's opportunities in defense and aerospace, specifically regarding potential announcements for FXX, CCA down-selects, and larger group four and five drones. He also asked about the company's current capacity to meet the strong demand and book-to-bill in Aerospace & Electronics.
Answer
Alex Alcala, EVP and COO, confirmed Crane is well-positioned on NGAD demonstrators, has secured a position with a leading emerging player in CCA, and actively participates in medium to larger drones (like Fury, Global Hawk, Predator) with various solutions, expecting continued market growth. He also stated that Crane is well-prepared to meet demand and OEM ramp-up rates for both Airbus and Boeing in Aerospace & Electronics, with teams having prepared inventory buffers to ensure high-level execution.