Michael Schöllhorn

Michael Schöllhorn is the CEO of Airbus Defence and Space, overseeing a critical division of the Airbus Group that focuses on defense and aerospace technologies. With a background as a former Bundeswehr officer and helicopter pilot, he has been at the forefront of discussions about Europe's defense readiness, especially in the context of rising geopolitical tensions. Schöllhorn emphasizes the need for increased military spending and a robust European defense industry to ensure sovereignty and security, reflecting on the challenges posed by dependence on American military technologies and the evolving threats from nations such as Russia.