European Aeronautic Defence & Space Co (EADS) is a global aerospace, defence and related services corporation. Co.'s operations include the aircraft manufacturer Airbus, the helicopter supplier Eurocopter and the joint venture MBDA, an international supplier of missile systems. Co. is the major partner in the Eurofighter consortium, the prime contractor for the Ariane launcher, develops the A400M military transport aircraft and is an industrial partner for the European satellite navigation system Galileo. Co.'s operating divisions are organized into four segments: Military Transport Aircraft; Eurocopter; Space; and Defence & Security Systems.