(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received a multimillion-euro order from a major German automaker to supply its electric vapor pumps, which have been innovatively adapted for sensor cleaning in autonomous vehicles. Initially developed for emissions control, this technology now ensures that … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged autonomous vehicle, CHINA, partnership, Rheinmetall, Sensor Cleaning Pumps
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has delivered 20 more Marder 1A3 Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) to Ukraine, funded by the German government, as part of ongoing support against Russian aggression. This brings Rheinmetall’s total IFV and tank deliveries to Ukraine to around … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) YardStick Robotics, a subsidiary of Rheinmetall, has received €1.4 million in funding as part of the €52 million “RoX” research project supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection. The project aims to develop … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Electronics & Machinery, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged AI Robotics Solutions, Domenico D'Agostino, Klaus Kappen, partnership, Rheinmetall, Robert Habeck, RoX Project, sustainability, YardStick Robotics
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall and MBDA Deutschland have renewed their partnership to continue developing laser weapon systems, with plans to launch a maritime-focused drone defense product within five to six years. The collaboration follows successful trials aboard the German Navy’s frigate … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Laser Weapons Technology, MBDA, partnership, Rheinmetall
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Defence UK has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging its support for active service members, veterans, Reservists, and their families. This commitment includes providing paid leave for Reservists, supporting Armed Forces charities, and fostering an inclusive workplace … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Armed Forces Covenant, Lizzie Faithful-Davies, Military Personnel, partnership, Rebecca Richards, Rheinmetall, Rheinmetall Defence UK, sustainability, UK, veterans
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall secured first place in the “Automated Convoy” category at the European Land Robot Trial (ELROB) 2024 by demonstrating the advanced capabilities of its AI-supported PATH A-Kit navigation system integrated into HX military trucks. The autonomous vehicles successfully … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has won a significant contract to produce exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves for a major car manufacturer, valued in the low three-digit million euro range. The contract will run from January 2026 to December 2031, with Rheinmetall … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ProTecBird, a German AI technology company, in collaboration with Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH, has successfully demonstrated the effectiveness of their AVES Wind anti-collision system, designed to protect red kites and other protected bird species around wind turbines. The system … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Defence, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged AI-Driven System, AVES Wind anti-collision system, bird species, partnership, ProTecBird, Red Kites, Rheinmetall, sustainability, Thorsten Heinzen, Uwe Lindenau, wind turbines
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has announced plans to acquire Loc Performance Products, LLC, a U.S.-based vehicle specialist, for $950 million. This strategic acquisition aims to strengthen Rheinmetall’s position in the U.S. defense market and expand its production capabilities for military vehicles, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged acquisition, Armin Papperger, Jason Atkinson, Loc Performance, Matthew Warnick, partnership, Rheinmetall, sustainability, U.S. Defense Operations
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has secured a contract with the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence to deliver eight additional Forward Surgical Team stations, enhancing Ukraine’s medical response capabilities on the front lines. The order, valued in the mid-double-digit million-euro range, is part … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall is acquiring a majority stake in Resonant Holdings (Pty) Ltd, a South African specialist in plant engineering for chemical applications, by securing 51% ownership in a new joint venture, Rheinmetall Resonant South Africa. This move aims to … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged acquisition, partnership, Resonant Holdings, Rheinmetall, South Africa
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a mid double-digit million euro contract by the Swiss Confederation to produce and supply 81mm mortar cargo ammunition, including MX2-KM mortars and cartridges for illumination and smoke discharge. Manufacturing will be handled by Rheinmetall … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Mortar Ammunition, MX2-KM mortar system, partnership, Rheinmetall, Rheinmetall EXPAL Munitions SA, Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH, Swiss Armed Forces, Switzerland
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall’s new contract for the construction and operation of an ammunition factory in Ukraine signifies a major development in the country’s defense and industrial capabilities. With a substantial investment and a strong partnership with local entities, Rheinmetall is … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Ukraine
Tagged Ammunition Factory, Armin Papperger, partnership, Rheinmetall, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall and SLR Giesserei are collaborating on a district heating system at the KS Gleitlager site in St. Leon-Rot, expected to save up to 800 tonnes of CO2 annually. The system will utilize waste heat from the foundry, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Continental and Rheinmetall have entered into a partnership to facilitate job transitions for Continental employees amidst industry transformations. Rheinmetall, anticipating significant growth, aims to fill its expanding personnel needs with qualified individuals from Continental. Up to 100 employees … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a leading technology group, is venturing into the space domain, presenting conceptual approaches at ILA 2024 in Berlin. With a focus on leveraging space-based reconnaissance data for military applications, the company aims to provide tailored solutions for … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall and Borussia Dortmund announce a significant three-year partnership, marking Rheinmetall as a “Champion Partner” to the Bundesliga club. This collaboration aims to leverage wide-reaching advertising space, marketing rights, and event opportunities within the stadium and club grounds, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall announces a significant order from a NATO customer for the supply of artillery ammunition, totaling nearly €300 million. The order includes tens of thousands of artillery shells and hundreds of thousands of propellant charge modules, with deliveries … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged artillery ammunition, Belgium, NATO, partnership, Rheinmetall, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Technology group Rheinmetall has secured substantial subsidies totaling around €7.7 million from the German federal government and the state of North Rhine-Westphalia for the development of innovative hydrogen and electrification solutions. These projects, in collaboration with industry and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has secured significant new orders for its plug-and-play heat pump solution, signaling expansion into diverse applications within electromobility. The first order, valued in the high single-digit million euro range, comes from an international expert in electric bus … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged electromobility, heat pump solution, partnership, Rheinmetall
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, in collaboration with the municipality of Nörvenich and Westenergie AG, has initiated a pilot project to trial curb chargers on public roads in Nörvenich. This project aims to integrate Rheinmetall’s curb chargers into the municipality’s infrastructure, providing … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Christoph MÜLLER, Dr. Stefan Küppers, Dr. Timo Czech, Innovative Curb Charger Pilot Project, Nörvenich, partnership, Rheinmetall, sustainability, Westenergie AG
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, in collaboration with TankE GmbH and the City of Cologne, initiates a groundbreaking pilot project to test curb chargers in public traffic areas. The project aims to integrate and validate the curb chargers’ acceptance, urban planning advantages, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Ascan Egerer, Christoph MÜLLER, Cologne, electromobility, Innovative Curb Charger Pilot Project, partnership, Rheinmetall, Stephan Segbers, sustainability, TankE GmbH
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall’s subsidiary, MS Motorservice International GmbH, is set to construct a cutting-edge high-bay storage facility at its Neuenstadt plant, aimed at automating the storage of Euro-pallets. The investment, equipped with advanced conveyor technology and connected to various warehouse … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged High-Bay Storage System, MS Motorservice, Neuenstadt, Rheinmetall
(IN BRIEF) The German government has enlisted Rheinmetall to supply an additional 20 Marder infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) to Ukraine, following a mid double-digit million Euro range contract placed in March 2024. Equipped with integrated laser range finders for enhanced … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Ukraine
Tagged Germany, Marder Infantry Fighting Vehicles, partnership, Rheinmetall, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has clinched a significant multimillion-dollar contract from the Japanese Ministry of Defence, paving the way for the introduction of autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) in Japan. The contract entails the delivery of Rheinmetall Mission Master SP UGVs … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), Japan, partnership, Pietro Mazzei, Rheinmetall, Rheinmetall Mission Master SP
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a leading technology company, is establishing a new plant in Szeged, Hungary, representing a significant expansion in the EU and NATO partner country. The groundbreaking ceremony on March 26, 2024, marked the commencement of construction, with the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Christoph MÜLLER, Dr. Judit Fendler, Dr. László Botka, Hungary, Hybrid Plant, Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky, Milhálffy Béla, partnership, Prof. Dr. Gábor Szabó, Rheinmetall, Szeged
(IN BRIEF) The German Bundeswehr has awarded Rheinmetall a contract worth €2.7 billion for the supply of up to 123 “Schwerer Waffenträger Infanterie” vehicles. These vehicles, intended to replace the Wiesel tracked vehicle, will be equipped with advanced weaponry and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Anthony Albanese, Armin Papperger, Australia, German Bundeswehr, Germany, Heavy Weapon Carrier, John Abunassar, Nathan Poyner, Olaf Scholz, partnership, Pat Conroy MP, Rheinmetall, Thomas Hitschler
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a leading technology group, has bolstered its vehicle portfolio by acquiring the Dutch startup REEQ, marking a strategic move towards innovative light hybrid vehicles. The acquisition, completed by Rheinmetall Defence Nederland B.V., a subsidiary of Rheinmetall’s Vehicle … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged acquisition, Netherlands, partnership, REEQ, Rheinmetall, sustainability, vehicle
(IN BRIEF) The Spanish government has awarded Rheinmetall a contract worth approximately €208 million for the supply of 94,200 155mm artillery rounds. These rounds, to be delivered between late 2024 and late 2025 with a potential two-year extension, underscore Rheinmetall’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Spain, Technology
Tagged Ammunition Deal, European Artillery Market, partnership, Rheinmetall, Spain
(IN BRIEF) American Rheinmetall Vehicles, in collaboration with Rheinmetall Canada, conducted a live-fire demonstration for the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) showcasing the capabilities of the Rheinmetall Mission Master SP autonomous, unmanned ground vehicle (A-UGV) equipped with the Fieldranger Remotely Controlled … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has clinched a substantial contract to supply a European NATO member with multiple rocket launcher ammunition, marking the company’s foray into rocket artillery and showcasing its strategic portfolio expansion. Valued at over €300 million, excluding VAT, the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Spain, Technology
Tagged Artillery Rockets, NATO, Olaf Scholz, partnership, Rheinmetall, Spain
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has secured another significant contract to supply Skynex air defence systems to a European customer, aimed at bolstering their defense against aerial threats. With an order value in the lower three-digit million euro range, deliveries are slated … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Germany, Government, Industrial, Technology
Tagged Aerial Threats, Ahead Ammunition, Air Defence Weapons, Airspace Surveillance, Automatic Cannon-based Air Defence, Command and Weapon Engagement Centre, Command-and-Control Network, Defence Contracts, Defence Technology, Defence Technology Innovation, Electronic Countermeasures, European Customer, Flakpanzer Gepard, HX Trucks, Radar Equipment, Remote Systems Integration, Rheinmetall, Skyguard, Skynex Air Defence System, Skyshield
(IN BRIEF) Austria is set to bolster its air defence capabilities with the procurement of 36 Skyranger 30 air defence systems mounted on Pandur EVO 6×6 vehicles from GDELS. This collaboration between Rheinmetall and GDELS marks a significant milestone in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Europe’s leading ammunition manufacturer, Rheinmetall, has announced plans to open a new plant in Ukraine through a joint venture with a local partner, aiming to produce a significant quantity of 155mm caliber bullets annually. The memorandum of understanding, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Ukraine
Tagged Alexander Kamyshin, Ammunition Plant, Armin Papperger, Chancellor Scholz, Defense Partnership, partnership, Rheinmetall, sustainability, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Dermalog SensorTec GmbH, a joint venture between Rheinmetall AG and DERMALOG Identification Systems GmbH, has clinched a significant order from a leading healthcare company for a cutting-edge system designed to detect distraction and fatigue during final quality … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall AG is undertaking a significant strategic initiative to enhance Germany’s national security preparedness by constructing a new ammunition factory, “Werk Niedersachsen,” at its Unterlüß site in Lower Saxony. This factory, with an investment volume of around €300 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Ammunition Factory, Armin Papperger, Boris Pistorius, Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Defence, Denmark, Germany, Mette Frederiksen, partnership, Rheinmetall, Unterlüß, “Werk Niedersachsen”
(IN BRIEF) Düsseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall has pledged a donation of 100,000 euros to the Olena Zelenska Foundation in Kyiv, supporting humanitarian efforts for victims of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. The foundation, led by Olena Zelenska, wife … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, Security & Safety, Technology, Ukraine
Tagged Armin Papperger, humanitarian, Olena Zelenska, Olena Zelenska Foundation, partnership, Rheinmetall, UKRAINE, Ukrainian War Victims, Volodymyr Zelensky
(IN BRIEF) American Rheinmetall Vehicles and GM Defense have successfully delivered three prototype trucks for the initial phase of the U.S. Army’s Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Program. The program aims to replace the Army’s heavy tactical truck fleet with up … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged American Rheinmetall Vehicles, GM Defense, HX3-CTT, Matthew Warnick, partnership, Rheinmetall, Steve duMont, Tactical Truck Program, U.S. Army
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Secures €30 Million Bundeswehr Contract for 40-mm Ammunition The German Bundeswehr has awarded Rheinmetall two significant contracts, totaling approximately €30 million, for the supply of 40-mm ammunition. The orders consist of around tens of thousands of programmable … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received a substantial order from an international partner to supply components for the production of Fuchs 2 wheeled armoured vehicles at a factory in the partner country. The order, valued at a figure in the three-digit … Read the full press release
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