German tank maker KNDS Deutschland to build Leopard 2A8 assembly plant in Lithuania
KNDS Deutschland will build a Leopard 2A8 main battle tank assembly plant in Kaunas, Lithuania, under a contract with the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence.
Croatia signs deal with German Government for 44 Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks
Croatia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Ivan Anušić signed the order confirmation for 44 Leopard 2A8 tanks in Berlin on 10 December 2025, attended by Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Denmark signs EUR 33 million contract for KNDS Leguan bridge layers on Tatra 10×10 chassis
The Danish defence procurement agency (DALO) has awarded KNDS Deutschland a contract to deliver three latest-generation Leguan bridge layers mounted on a Tatra 10x10 wheeled chassis.
Rolls-Royce to supply over 300 mtu engines for new Leopard 2 tanks ordered by European armies
Rolls-Royce has received a major order from KNDS for more than 300 mtu MB 873 Ka-501 engines to equip new Leopard 2 battle tanks for several European armies.
Norwegian Army to receive first Leopard 2A8NOR main battle tank from KNDS next year
Norway’s first Leopard 2A8NOR main battle tank has officially rolled out from the KNDS factory in Munich, marking what officials describe as a historic boost to national land forces.
KNDS rolls out first Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks for Germany and Norway during official presentation
The Leopard 2A8 includes the Trophy active protection system from Rafael, which intercepts incoming projectiles before impact to improve survivability for crew and vehicle.
KNDS Belgium opens new 155mm artillery shell production unit to strengthen European capacity
The Belgian Minister of Defence, Théo Francken, has inaugurated a new Large-Calibre Machining and Driving-Band Assembly Unit (UCGC) at KNDS Belgium in Petit-Roeulx-Lez-Nivelles.
Germany plans €377 billion in defence procurements to build Europe’s strongest armed forces – Politico
Germany is preparing a €377 billion overhaul of its armed forces, according to internal defence planning documents seen by Politico.
Tom Enders joins KNDS as Chairman to guide group’s expansion in European defence industry
KNDS has announced the appointment of Tom Enders as Chairman of its Board of Directors, effective 3 November. Enders is a prominent European executive and former CEO of EADS and Airbus.
Leonardo DRS and KNDS partner to offer combat-proven CAESAR artillery system to U.S. Army
KNDS highlighted the system’s performance in Ukraine, where 120 CAESAR systems are currently deployed, as proof of its reliability and survivability in high-threat environments.
Rheinmetall boosts Telford capacity to support Boxer combat vehicle production and future exports
Rheinmetall, in partnership with KNDS, has reached a major milestone in the UK’s Boxer Mechanised Infantry Vehicle (MIV) programme with the delivery of the first British-built vehicle.
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.