Textron
A global multi-industry company focused on aerospace, defense, industrial, and finance businesses.
About
Textron Inc. is a diversified conglomerate with a rich history dating back to 1923. It operates through several segments including Textron Aviation, Bell, Textron Systems, Industrial, and Finance, offering a wide range of products and services globally.
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Key facts
At-a-glance profile data
- Website
- textron.com
- Headquarters
- Providence, United States
- Founded
- 1923
- Employees
- 27,120
- Total funding
- -
- Business model
- B2B | B2G
Tech stack
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- Frontend
- jQuery, Bootstrap
- Analytics
- Google Tag Manager
- Email provider
- Microsoft 365
- Video / media
- YouTube
Frequently asked
What does Textron do?
The company is known for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, and Lycoming Engines.
How many employees does Textron have?
Textron has approximately 27,120 people on record.
Military Aircraft and Defense Systems
Lockheed Martin competes with Textron Systems in providing defense, government, and aerospace technologies and services, and with Bell in military aircraft and helicopters.
Commercial and Military Aircraft
Boeing is a major competitor to Textron Aviation in commercial and military aircraft, and to Bell in vertical-lift aircraft.
Commercial and Business Jets
Embraer competes with Textron Aviation in the business jet market and also offers commercial jets.
Defense and Aerospace Systems
Northrop Grumman competes with Textron Systems in providing defense and aerospace technologies and services, including unmanned aircraft systems.
Pratt & Whitney aircraft engines and Raytheon defense systems
RTX, through its Pratt & Whitney division, competes with Textron's Lycoming Engines, and its Raytheon division competes with Textron Systems in defense technologies.
Government Defense
The DoD is a significant existing customer for Textron's Bell helicopters, Textron Aviation's military trainer and defense aircraft, and Textron Systems' defense technologies and services.
Government Aviation
The FAA is an existing customer for Textron Aviation, utilizing Beechcraft aircraft for its flight inspection program.
Government Law Enforcement
CBP uses Textron's Beechcraft and Cessna aircraft for aerial patrol, prisoner transport, and surveillance as part of its Air and Marine Operations fleet.
Confirmed customer relationships for Textron. Speculative buyer-fit guesses are not shown.