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Leonardo CEO Mariani Sees Ukraine Unit as Acquisition Outpost
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Leonardo SpA established a unit in Kyiv to pursue partnership, investment, and acquisition opportunities in Ukraine's military-technology sector, according to CEO Lorenzo Mariani. The Italian defense company, which is majority state-owned, has signaled interest in deepening commercial ties with Ukrainian defense manufacturers. Mariani made the statement regarding the company's strategic positioning in the region.
