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In a pivotal step for European defense modernization, four major defense companies—KNDS Deutschland, KNDS France, Rheinmetall Landsysteme, and Thales—have formally established the MGCS Project Company GmbH (MPC). The new entity, …
MGCS Project Company GmbH Officially Launched by KNDS, Rheinmetall, and Thales Read More
Talks between KNDS and Leonardo have collapsed without a deal. Launched in December 2023, the discussions aimed to create a powerful European defense alliance. Initial plans, formed under the Italian …
KNDS, Leonardo Talks on European Armored Vehicle Alliance Fail Read More Leonardo and KNDS, under the Italian Ministry of Defense’s guidance, have forged a strategic alliance to strengthen Europe’s defense capabilities and develop the next generation of armored vehicles. This partnership, …
KNDS and Leonardo Team on Leopard 2A8 Tanks as Italy Joins MGCS Future Armor Program Read More
European military vehicle producer KNDS (KMW + Nexter Defense Systems) completed its restructuring in 2021, with a new streamlined governance structure put into place. The new structure aligns the firm …
KNDS Looking to Expand Into Italy Following Restructuring Read More