HENSOLDT and Schwarz Digits Partner to Build Sovereign Cloud and Sensor Solutions for Software Defined Defence

HENSOLDT and Schwarz Digits Partner to Build Sovereign Cloud and Sensor Solutions for Software Defined Defence

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT and Schwarz Digits have formed a strategic partnership to develop sovereign, cloud-enabled defence solutions that combine secure digital infrastructure with advanced sensor and multi-domain operational technologies. Leveraging STACKIT cloud services and HENSOLDT’s MDOcore software and sensor portfolio, the collaboration aims to deliver resilient, AI-supported capabilities for modern defence environments while ensuring data sovereignty and protection against future cyber threats. Prototype solutions are expected to be developed in 2026, with a planned showcase at the International Aerospace Exhibition in Berlin.

(PRESS RELEASE) NECKARSULM/MUNICH, 17-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — HENSOLDT and Schwarz Digits have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at advancing software-defined defence capabilities and building sovereign, data-driven operational infrastructures for Germany and allied nations. The collaboration will focus on integrating secure cloud environments, networked sensor technologies and multi-domain operational solutions to support modern defence requirements.

The initiative addresses increasing demand for independent digital infrastructure within the defence sector. Schwarz Digits will contribute its cloud platform STACKIT, providing end-to-end infrastructure designed to enable secure data processing and exchange, including environments capable of handling information classified up to VS-Secret level. The platform incorporates advanced cybersecurity mechanisms and quantum-resistant encryption technologies to safeguard sensitive data against emerging threats.

HENSOLDT will supply its defence technology portfolio, including sensors and mission-system expertise spanning radar, optronics, electromagnetic signal intelligence and other active and passive detection systems. Central to the collaboration is MDOcore, HENSOLDT’s modular, cloud-enabled software suite that enables interoperability between distributed data sources, supports AI-assisted data fusion and connects capabilities across land, air, sea, cyber and space domains.

The partnership also encompasses distributed data management, simulation environments and synthetic data generation tools used for training, artificial intelligence development, and system validation. By combining sovereign digital infrastructure with advanced sensing and integration technologies, the companies aim to deliver scalable solutions for networked operational theatres.

In 2026, the partners plan to translate their collaboration into concrete prototypes and joint offerings. One planned demonstration will integrate Schwarz Digits’ sovereign cloud capabilities with HENSOLDT’s sensor and simulation technologies, with a presentation targeted for the International Aerospace Exhibition in Berlin in June 2026.

About HENSOLDT 

HENSOLDT is a leading company in the European defence industry with a global reach. Based in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company develops sensor solutions for defence and security applications. As a system integrator, HENSOLDT offers platform-independent, networked sensors. At the same time, the company is driving forward the development of defence electronics and optronics and investing in new solutions based on software-defined defence.

In addition, the company is expanding its range of offers to include new service models and is extending its portfolio of system solutions. In 2024, HENSOLDT achieved a turnover of 2.24 billion euros. Following the acquisition of ESG GmbH, the company employs around 9,000 people. HENSOLDT is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX.

www.hensoldt.net

About Schwarz Digits

Schwarz Digits is the IT and digital division of the Schwarz Group. It offers compelling digital products and services that meet the high German data protection standards. Schwarz Digits thus guarantees the greatest possible digital sovereignty. With this claim, Schwarz Digits provides the IT infrastructure and solutions for the extensive ecosystem of the Schwarz Group companies and continues to develop it in a future-oriented manner.

Schwarz Digits’ core services include cloud, cyber security, artificial intelligence and data, communication and workspace. Schwarz Digits creates optimal conditions for the development of pioneering innovations for end customers, companies and public sector organisations. Schwarz Digits has 8,000 employees working for the brands STACKIT, XM Cyber, Schwarz Media, mmmake, Schwarz IT, Schwarz Digital, Lidl e-commerce and Kaufland e-commerce.

www.schwarz-digits.de

Media Contact:

Alexander F. Ogger
Communications ManagerMulti-Domain Solutions, Optronics
alexander.ogger@hensoldt.net
+49 7364 9557 984

SOURCE: HENSOLDT