Rheinmetall and Destinus to establish joint venture for scalable missile production in Europe from 2026
The German defence company Rheinmetall and Destinus have agreed to form a joint venture focused on missile systems.
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Team Lynx details XM30 infantry fighting vehicle concept as U.S. Army program nears key decision [VIDEO]
Rheinmetall has released new details about its infantry fighting vehicle offering for the U.S. Army’s XM30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle program.
Rheinmetall selects Theon Sensors for CT25 turret fire control system, strengthening European defence industry cooperation
Rheinmetall Electronics has selected Theon Sensors to develop and deliver a stabilised electro-optical sensor for the CT25 medium-calibre turret fire control system.
U.S. Army provides Abrams tank familiarization to German forces during joint training in Lithuania
The U.S. Army conducted joint training with German forces in Lithuania, providing hands-on familiarization with the M1A2 Abrams main battle tank.
Romania balks at Rheinmetall over alleged price hikes as SAFE procurement programme faces rising political pressure
Romania pushes back against reported price hikes of up to 30% in SAFE-funded defence programmes, calling for fair and transparent engagement from suppliers.
Rheinmetall and Boeing partner to offer MQ-28 Ghost Bat for German Air Force collaborative combat aircraft programme
Rheinmetall and Boeing have entered into a strategic partnership to offer the MQ-28 Ghost Bat for Germany’s planned acquisition of collaborative combat aircraft.
Australia delivers first locally built Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles in milestone for defence industry capability
The Australian Department of Defence has announced that the first domestically built Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles have rolled off the assembly line.
Indra Group and Rheinmetall strengthen defence partnership to pursue Spanish military vehicle contracts
Indra Group and Rheinmetall AG have signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen their strategic cooperation in defence technologies.
MARTE: European main battle tank programme marks midterm progress as development moves to design phase
The European MARTE programme to develop a next-generation main battle tank has reached a key midterm milestone, Rheinmetall said.
Rheinmetall showcases advanced drones, robotics and satellite systems at XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf
Rheinmetall is presenting a broad portfolio of autonomous and unmanned technologies at XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf, as the event places increased focus on defence and security for the first time.
Rheinmetall and AID sign agreement to upgrade Italian Army MATS anti-tank mines and improve capability
Rheinmetall and Italy’s Agenzia Industrie Difesa (AID) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to upgrade the Italian Army’s MATS anti-tank mines to a new MATS MK2 standard.
Rheinmetall showcases next-generation European mortar systems during Nordic Mortar Day live-fire demonstration in Norway
Rheinmetall has demonstrated its latest indirect fire technologies during the Rheinmetall Nordic Mortar Day event held in winter 2026.