BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 20. Leonardo, a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security, sees significant potential to contribute to the Middle Corridor project, said Angelo Cecchini, the company’s Vice President of International Business Development for North East Asia, Oceania, Central Asia, and the India region, in an interview with Trend.
Cecchini underscored Leonardo’s readiness to support the Middle Corridor's goal of bridging Europe and Asia with secure, efficient, and sustainable connectivity infrastructure.
"The region’s pivotal role in bridging Europe and Asia is confirmed and strengthened through the Middle Corridor initiative," said Cecchini. "This initiative presents several opportunities for Leonardo to contribute to the creation of a secure, efficient, and sustainable connectivity infrastructure, reinforcing its position as a key partner for regional development".
Leonardo aims to leverage its advanced capabilities in border control and critical infrastructure protection to ensure seamless and secure trade along the Middle Corridor. Cecchini highlighted the company’s leading-edge expertise in secure communications as a cornerstone of its potential contributions, including satellite-based solutions, terrestrial communication systems, and robust cybersecurity measures.
"Our solutions ensure the reliability and security of data transmission while enabling the monitoring and management of transports—be it railways, highways, or ports—essential for logistics and trade," he emphasized.
Beyond secure communications, Leonardo is poised to enhance logistics operations with its Earth-observation services and advanced digital tools. Cecchini noted that Earth-observation technologies can enable real-time cargo tracking and predictive analytics, providing valuable insights for logistics optimization.
"Leonardo's digitalization and AI-based solutions, powered by our supercomputer 'Da Vinci' can improve the efficiency of regional logistics networks," Cecchini said. These capabilities, he explained, enhance supply chain visibility, optimize freight movement, and improve multimodal transport hubs, fostering greater connectivity across the region.