WeylandYutani

The Weyland-Yutani Corporation is a fictional megacorporation featured prominently in the Alien film franchise. Often referred to simply as "the Company," it is depicted as a vast interstellar conglomerate with significant influence and resources. Its primary business interests are generally implied to be in space exploration, resource extraction, and advanced technology. However, a recurring theme in the franchise is the Company's morally ambiguous, and often malevolent, pursuit of profit and power, frequently at the expense of human life. The corporation's logo, a stylized "W Y," is a recognizable symbol within the science fiction genre.

Weyland-Yutani's narrative function often serves as an antagonistic force, contrasting with the survival instincts of the protagonists. The Company's directives and priorities are consistently shown to supersede ethical considerations, particularly when it comes to the exploitation or study of alien life forms, most notably the Xenomorph. This relentless drive for advancement and profit, regardless of the catastrophic consequences, is a central element of the overarching storyline and the creation of the franchise's signature horror.