Bundeswehr adopts Rheinmetall’s new Puma training system to enhance combat simulation
The Bundeswehr has approved a new modular training system for the Infantry Fighting Vehicle Puma, developed by Rheinmetall.
Hensoldt delivers first TRS-4D LR long-range radar for German Navy training and missile defence
Hensoldt has delivered the first long-range radar system to the Naval Technical School in Parow as part of the project to eliminate obsolescence of the sensor on the Sachsen class F124 ships.
Rheinmetall opens Europe’s largest ammunition plant in Lower Saxony after €500m investment
Rheinmetall has officially opened Europe’s largest ammunition factory in Unterlüß, Lower Saxony, after completing construction in just 15 months.
Czech Government approves Leopard 2A8 tank procurement with strong role for defence industry
The Czech government has discussed the purchase of Leopard 2A8 tanks for the Army following a proposal by Defence Minister Jana Černochová.
Canada reviews TKMS 212CD submarine bid as Prime Minister Carney visits Kiel shipyard
The Canadian delegation, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney and Defence Minister David McGuinty, visited the TKMS shipyard in Kiel on 26 August.
Germany orders 90 Litening 5 targeting pods from Rafael to enhance Eurofighter Typhoon combat capabilities
Litening 5 is a fifth-generation targeting system that is already in service with 28 air forces worldwide.
Norway and Germany step up support with major air defence contribution to Ukraine
Norway is providing around seven billion kroner towards strengthening Ukraine’s air defence, with Germany delivering the systems.
Germany outlines €350 billion plan to build Europe’s strongest conventional armed forces
Germany aims to build the strongest conventional armed forces in Europe, with more than €350 billion earmarked for modernisation by 2041.
Italian police arrest Ukrainian over Nord Stream attacks as Germany pursues case
Italian police have arrested a Ukrainian man suspected of coordinating the 2022 attacks on the Nord Stream pipelines, Germany's prosecutor general confirmed on Thursday.
Lithuanian Government approves advance payment for Leopard 2A8 tanks in defence boost
On 13 August, the Government of the Republic of Lithuania approved a plan to finance an advance payment for the purchase of Leopard 2A8 tanks for a future Lithuanian Land Forces tank battalion.
TKMS achieves record €18.5 billion order backlog as spin-off paves way for independence
As of 30 June 2025, TKMS’s order backlog stood at a record level of €18.5 billion. The company stated it therefore expects capacity utilisation to continue until the 2040s.
Czech Republic signs EUR 250 mln Leopard 2A4 tank service deal with Rheinmetall Landsysteme
The Czech Defence Ministry has signed two agreements to secure long-term support for its Leopard 2A4 tanks, including a seven-year framework deal with Germany’s Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH.