The Federal Ministry of Defense plans to procure Rheinmetall combat drones. This has revealed price differences that the companies attribute to technological variations.
By Robert Wallenhauer
Bavaria is the first German state to introduce special provisions for the defense industry. Helsing hopes to benefit from them and is already taking the first steps toward establishing a new factory near Munich before comes into force.
By Katharina Horban
With 199 exhibitors, German companies will have the largest presence at the Eurosatory defense trade show in June.
By Gabriel Bub
The European Commission is proposing a €115 million funding program for startups and SMEs in the defense industry. The AGILE program aims to bring disruptive technologies such as AI and robotics from the lab to the armed forces in record time.
By Stephan Israel
The deal with the Israeli manufacturer of the Iron Dome missile defense system is expected to secure more than 2,000 jobs. Recently, another defense contractor had also expressed interest in acquiring the plant.
By Maria Mitrov
Anti-tank mines are coming to the fore for NATO countries. A Finnish forestry company is now set to supply training vehicles to an unnamed NATO country.
By Maria Mitrov
Given the massive increase in military spending and the debate over NATO's 5% target, a targeted defense strategy would be more effective than the Bundeswehr's current “more is better” approach. This is the conclusion reached by Greenpeace in a new study.
By Markus Bickel
The British AI startup Isembard is setting up a factory for precision metal parts in Hamburg. Using AI-powered software, the company is automating production, particularly for the defense industry.
By Robert Wallenhauer
A political decision on the future of Europe’s most important defense project is expected shortly: France remains committed to the single-aircraft version of FCAS, but it is doubtful whether it will abide by this course.
By Viktor Funk
Defense contractors are warning of growing dependence on critical raw materials. However, investments to strengthen the resilience of critical supply chains are becoming costly.
By Robert Wallenhauer
