KNDS reports record EUR 11.2 billion in defence orders and strong sales growth in 2024
European defence group KNDS has announced a second year of record-breaking performance, with a more than 40% increase in order intake compared to the previous year.
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French 120mm ammunition certified for use with Leopard 2A6 main battle tank [VIDEO]
KNDS France announced the successful certification of its 120mm tank ammunition for use with the Leopard 2A6 main battle tank.
Croatia to finalise purchase of 30 French CAESAR 155mm artillery systems by end of 2025
On 25 March, Croatian Defence Minister Ivan Anušić announced plans to secure funding and finalise a contract for the purchase of 155mm CEASAR wheeled self-propelled howitzers.
Bulgaria considers acquisition of CAESAR artillery systems from France
The Bulgarian government is exploring the possibility of purchasing French CAESAR 155mm self-propelled howitzers.
KNDS France showcases Leclerc, CAESAR, and RAPIDFire at IDEX 2025
KNDS France is reinforcing its presence at IDEX 2025, highlighting its commitment to supporting the modernisation of the UAE Armed Forces.
Elbit Systems’ ATMOS 2000 wins over France’s CAESAR for Morocco’s artillery deal
Morocco has chosen the Israeli-made ATMOS 2000 self-propelled howitzer over the French CAESAR artillery system for its latest military acquisition.
France orders 530 Serval Appui SCORPION armoured vehicles for army modernisation
The French defence procurement agency (DGA) has ordered 530 Serval Appui SCORPION armoured vehicles for the French Army.
KNDS France to acquire Texelis’ defence business in strategic deal
French defence company KNDS France has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Texelis to acquire its Defence business.
KNDS France delivers first batch of CAESAR artillery systems to the Estonian Defence Forces
The Estonian Defence Forces (EDF) have taken delivery of the first batch of CAESAR MK1 155 mm self-propelled howitzers.
DGA signs contract with KNDS France to Upgrade 100 additional Leclerc tanks
The French Directorate General of Armament (DGA) has placed an order for the renovation of 100 additional Leclerc main battle tanks in the XLR configuration.
France awards EUR 600 million air defence contracts to Thales, MBDA, and KNDS France
he French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has awarded contracts worth €600 million to Thales, MBDA France, and KNDS France for new surface-to-air defence (DSA) and anti-drone (LAD) systems.
France and Germany finalise shareholder agreement for MGCS defence project
In a significant milestone for European defence collaboration, KNDS Deutschland, KNDS France, Rheinmetall Landsysteme, and Thales have signed the shareholder agreement for the MGCS Project Company GmbH.