Israel’s Elbit Systems, Germany’s Diehl Defence team on SkyStriker pitch for Berlin
Elbit said that the deal will include local manufacturing and assembly of the system with Diehl, to support “the development of sovereign capabilities and strengthening the German defense industry.”
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine and heightened geopolitical tensions in Europe are driving a rapid recapitalization of defense industries, with nations prioritizing sovereign capabilities.
This collaboration signifies a deepening of European defense industrial capabilities through key partnerships, reducing reliance on external suppliers for critical military technologies.
Germany's defense technological base will be strengthened through local manufacturing and assembly of advanced drone systems, diversifying its defense procurement and enhancing its industrial autonomy.
- · German Defense Industry
- · Elbit Systems
- · Diehl Defence
- · European Defense Ministries
- · Non-local drone manufacturers
- · Traditional defense procurement models
Germany acquires advanced loitering munitions capabilities to bolster its defense posture.
Increased competition and innovation within the European drone market as more domestic production hubs emerge.
Potential for an export market for these jointly developed systems, further strengthening the economic ties and defense-industrial base between Germany and Israel.
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