KNDS ramps up Leopard 2A8 and RCH 155 production at Kassel as Germany expands land systems capacity
“KNDS invests, develops, produces and builds,” Pistorius said. “You can feel the spirit of renewal that prevails here.”
Czech Land Forces receive final used Leopard 2A4 tank from Germany as Prague advances wider armour modernisation plan
The Czech Land Forces have received the last of 42 used Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks obtained from Germany.
Norway receives first Leopard 2A8 tanks at Rena camp as part of Army modernisation under NATO targets
Two of Norway’s first new Leopard 2A8 NO main battle tanks have arrived at Rena camp in Østerdalen, marking a key step in the modernisation of the Norwegian Army.
Lithuania designates Leopard 2A8 main battle tank assembly project as strategically important
The Lithuanian government has approved a proposal from the Ministry of Economy and Innovation recognising the planned Leopard 2A8 tank assembly plant as a project addressing urgent national security and defence needs.
Hensoldt receives over €400 million in orders for digital optronics for Schakal vehicles and Leopard 2A8 battle tanks
The largest share of the business relates to equipping the Boxer RCT 30 wheeled armoured vehicle, known as the […]
EuroTrophy signs €330 million contract with KNDS Deutschland for Trophy APS on Leopard 2A8 tanks
EuroTrophy has signed a €330 million contract with KNDS Deutschland to supply Trophy Active Protection Systems for the Leopard 2 A8 programs of Lithuania, The Netherlands, Czech Republic, and Croatia.
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.
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.
Excalibur Army and KNDS Deutschland sign memorandum on Leopard 2A8 tank cooperation
Excalibur Army and KNDS Deutschland signed a memorandum of understanding to establish long-term cooperation in the maintenance, repair and modernisation of Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks.