Rheinmetall AG, founded in 1889 and headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, is a leading international integrated technology group specializing in security and mobility solutions. The company operates through two main sectors: Defense and Automotive. In the Defense sector, Rheinmetall offers a comprehensive range of military vehicles, weapon systems, and ammunition, serving armed forces worldwide. The Automotive sector focuses on the development and production of components and systems for powertrain and air management technologies, contributing to emission reduction and enhanced efficiency in vehicles. Committed to sustainability, Rheinmetall aims to achieve CO2 neutrality by 2035, integrating innovative technologies to address global challenges.
Rheinmetall has been commissioned by the Bundeswehr to deliver 1,515 logistic vehicles, 265 of which are protected swap-body systems, following a framework contract signed in June 2020.
Rheinmetall is pressing ahead with its F-35A programme. The technology group has commissioned AERO-Bildungs GmbH to provide technical training for the production mechanics for the centre fuselage section of the F-35A in Weeze.
Lockheed Martin, the global aerospace and deterrence company, and Rheinmetall, a leading international systems provider for security technology, have signed a new collaboration memorandum of understanding (MoU) at ILA Berlin.
To close the existing capability gaps in mobile defence against drones at short range, Rheinmetall Electronics and MBDA Deutschland signed a corresponding Letter of Intent (LOI) at ILA 2024.
Rheinmetall will showcase all three Mission Master vehicle variants at Canada's top defence industry event, including the Mission Master SP, XT, and the latest addition, the CXT, allowing attendees to explore their unique capabilities.
A European customer country has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply 35mm AHEAD ammunition for the Skynex air defence system, with a total value in the low three-digit million euro range.
On behalf a European customer country, Rheinmetall has been commissioned to supply a three-digit number of L52 gun barrel systems for the Panzerhaubitze 2000 (PzH 2000) self-propelled howitzer.