KNDS Deutschland receives order to produce Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks for Lithuania
The EUR 950 million agreement includes not only the advanced Leopard 2A8 tanks but also a comprehensive package of spare parts and logistical support.
Bundeswehr secures modernisation of TAURUS missile system for extended operational readiness
The TAURUS KEPD-350, a modular standoff weapon in service with the Bundeswehr since 2005, remains one of the most advanced missiles in the German Air Force.
31 Leopard 2A7HU main battle tanks delivered to Hungary by KNDS Deutschland
Hungary has now received 31 Leopard 2A7HU main battle tanks, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of its armed forces.
Rheinmetall and KNDS awarded two billion euro contract to digitise Bundeswehr vehicles
The project, known as "Digitalisation of Land-Based Operations" (D-LBO), is a key initiative to enhance the Bundeswehr’s operational capabilities, Rheinmetall said in a press release.
thyssenkrupp Marine Systems secures record expansion of 212CD submarine programme
German government orders four more submarines of the Type 212CD for the German Navy.
Rheinmetall to deliver 20 more Marder infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine
In December 2024, Rheinmetall, the Düsseldorf-based technology group, received an order to supply Ukraine with an additional 20 Marder 1A3 infantry fighting vehicles.
Lithuania confirms purchase of 44 Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks from Germany
Lithuania has confirmed the purchase of 44 Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks from Germany’s defence industry.
Quantum Systems certified as Bundeswehr training centre for unmanned aerial systems
Quantum Systems has achieved certification as a training facility for unmanned aerial systems (UAS) by the German Armed Forces Aviation Office (LufABw).
L3Harris equips German Armed Forces’ H145M helicopters with WESCAM MX-15D sensor systems
L3Harris Technologies will supply WESCAM MX-15D electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor systems for the German armed forces' new fleet of H145M helicopters.
German defence ministry presents new National Security and Defence Industry Strategy
The German Federal Government has introduced a new National Security and Defence Industry Strategy (SVI Strategy) to address evolving security challenges.
German Air Force conducts first live-fire test of Meteor air-to-air missile from Eurofighter
The German Ministry of Defence has announced the successful completion of a landmark test involving the long-range MBDA Meteor air-to-air missile.
Lockheed Martin begins production of Germany’s first F-35 fighter jet
Germany’s acquisition of the F-35A is part of a broader effort to replace its ageing Panavia Tornado fleet, which currently supports NATO’s Nuclear Sharing programme.