CAE and WB Electronics announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on September 8, 2026, on the sidelines of the MSPO 2026 defence exhibition in Kielce, Poland. This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening Canadian-Polish defence cooperation, with a focus on training and mission rehearsal capabilities for unmanned and autonomous systems.
A Strategic Partnership for Modern Armed Forces
As armed forces worldwide increasingly integrate autonomous technologies into multi-domain operations, CAE and WB Electronics are combining their complementary expertise. CAE brings its world-leading capabilities in simulation, synthetic training environments and mission rehearsal, while WB Electronics contributes its know-how in advanced unmanned platforms and mission systems. Together, the two companies aim to develop solutions that enable defence operators to effectively prepare for the deployment and use of these technologies in the field.
The signing ceremony brought together officials from both countries, including Magdalena Sobkowiak Czarnecka, Secretary of State at the Polish Ministry of National Defence, as well as the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Canada's Minister of International Trade, and the Honourable David McGuinty, Canada's Minister of National Defence, underscoring the diplomatic significance of this agreement.
CAE's Vision for Autonomous Systems
« Autonomous and unmanned systems are becoming a defining element of modern defence forces. As Canada and Poland strengthen defence cooperation, there is a unique opportunity to combine cutting-edge technologies with advanced readiness and training capabilities. » – Thibaut Trancart, Vice-President and General Manager, International, CAE Defence and Security
Thibaut Trancart emphasizes that this collaboration will help defence forces improve mission readiness and maximize the operational impact of unmanned systems, whether for Canadian, Polish or allied customers. For CAE, headquartered in Montreal, this agreement is part of a broader international strategy to position the company as an essential partner in training for emerging defence technologies.
WB Electronics and WB GROUP's Contribution
« This MOU with CAE allows us to explore the best way to combine our respective strengths to create advanced training and mission readiness capabilities for current and future unmanned systems operators. Together, we see business opportunities not only in our respective domestic markets, but also internationally. » – Piotr Wojciechowski, President of WB Electronics, lead company of WB GROUP
WB Electronics, the lead company of WB GROUP, is recognized for its expertise in developing advanced unmanned platforms and complex mission systems. This collaboration with CAE represents an opportunity for the Polish firm to strengthen its international market presence while contributing to the development of defence capabilities for its allied partners.
Industrial and Diplomatic Stakes
Beyond the technological dimension, this agreement illustrates Canada's growing engagement in European defence industrial initiatives. The CAE-WB Electronics partnership unfolds in a rapidly evolving geopolitical context, where NATO member countries are seeking to strengthen their collective capabilities in the face of new threats. It fosters innovation, reinforces ties between both nations and opens export opportunities toward other allied countries.
For Quebec's aerospace sector, this agreement is another demonstration of the international reach of local companies. CAE, a cornerstone of Montreal's industry for nearly 80 years, continues to establish itself as a key global player in training and simulation, generating significant economic benefits for Quebec while maintaining some of the world's most advanced research and development teams.
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