Mercedes-Benz joins Europe’s defense push with anti-drone vehicle deal
The memorandum of understanding covers G-Class and Sprinter-based systems to target small drones as Europe’s defense sector expands, Mercedes said.
- On Wednesday, Stuttgart-based Mercedes-Benz signed a memorandum of understanding with startup Tytan Technologies at the International Aerospace Exhibition to produce mobile air-defense vehicles targeting small drones.
- This move comes as the European car industry faces a structural crisis from slowing electric vehicle demand and Chinese competitors, while the defense sector booms following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
- Mercedes will focus on "vehicle-based drone defense and mission platforms for the protection of people and critical infrastructure," utilizing the G-Class and Sprinter models to bolster security measures.
- Beyond Mercedes, Renault partnered with defense group Turgis Gaillard and Volkswagen signed a letter of intent with Israeli firm Rafael, while Germany's Ministry of Defence launched a platform "bringing established defense companies together with start-ups and companies from the civilian sector."
- Automotive companies possess highly transferable employee skills, a transition echoing World War II when global manufacturers halted civilian production to produce military vehicles, aircraft engines, and ammunition.
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The German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz is partnering with the German defense start-up Tytan Technologies. To this end, both companies have a...
The German automotive group Mercedes-Benz sees growth opportunities in its defense activities through the development of special vehicles for use in military purposes and rescue missions. Currently, less than 1 percent of the company's total revenue comes from the sale of such vehicles, but Mercedes aims to increase this.
German car giant Mercedes-Benz will team up with Munich-based defense startup Tytan Technologies to develop a mobile system to intercept drones that threaten airports and other critical infrastructure, the two companies said Thursday.
The German automotive group Mercedes-Benz sees growth opportunities in its defense activities through the development of special vehicles for use in military purposes and rescue missions. Currently, less than 1 percent of the company's total revenue comes from the sale of such vehicles, but Mercedes aims to increase this.
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