Rheinmetall and Deutsche Telekom are jointly developing a defence shield against drones and cyberattacks. The joint development focuses on protecting critical infrastructure, civilian facilities and major events.

Barbara 7 is the amiable nickname given to the armoured fire engine of the Rheinmetall plant fire brigade in Unterlüß. Named after the patron saint of gunners and firefighters, this armoured colossus protects emergency personnel working in areas contaminated with ammunition. Chief fire officer Thomas Schlicht explains why this life-­saving innovation is more than just an emergency vehicle to him.

The former Pierburg plant in Berlin is undergoing a fundamental transformation as a supplier site: moving away from the struggling automotive industry towards the growing armaments sector. Since July 2025, the company has been operating in Berlin under the name Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH, thereby securing the future of 300 jobs in the German capital.

In light of the steady growth in electromobility, the Rheinmetall Technology Centre has developed an innovative component for charging infrastructure in collaboration with the Emerging Technologies business section. These novel curb chargers are now being fully handed over to the operational unit as part of the upcoming industrialisation process. However, the saying still holds true:

Hardly any other product group is subject to stricter controls than military equipment. National laws, European regulations and directives, international conventions: a closer look at the regulation of arms exports dispels misconceptions and offers a new perspective on the security and defence industry.

Rheinmetall has built a state-of-the-art factory in Weeze in record time to manufacture fuselage components for the world’s most advanced stealth fighter aircraft, the F-35 Lightning II. This is a €200 million investment in European security, ensuring Germany’s future as a technology hub.

Millimetres and grams make all the difference. Whether a projectile hits its target depends on exact dosing, precise production, and a high level of craftsmanship. A search for traces through the history of Europe’s largest munitions manufacturer, Rheinmetall.

Rheinmetall’s Firepower project is a response to the urgent demand for ammunition in Germany and across Europe. The technology group is investing heavily in expanding its sites, including its powder production facilities. This marks the beginning of an unprecedented transformation for Rheinmetall’s subsidiary Nitrochemie.