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KNDS Joins the United Nations Global Compact, Strengthening Its Commitment to Ethical and Sustainable Growth
KNDS, a leading pan-European defense company, announces that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. As a UNGC member, KNDS commits to align its strategy, governance and business practices with the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, covering human rights, labor standards, environmental responsibility and anti-corruption, across its operations and value chain. By joining the UNGC, KNDS becomes part of a global network of companies committed to advancing sustainable and inclusive growth and contributing to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Jean-Paul Alary, Chief Executive Officer of KNDS, said: “KNDS’ accession to the UNGC marks a key…
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KNDS Announces Intention To Proceed With An IPO To Support Its Long-Term Growth Strategy
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Company Statement
KNDS CEO Jean-Paul Alary said: “We welcome the agreement reached between France and Germany which supports KNDS vision of strengthening its position as a pan-European leader in land defense, strongly rooted in both countries. It confirms the strategic importance of KNDS for Europe’s defense capability, industrial base and technological sovereignty. It recognises the legitimate strategic and security interests of our State stakeholders, while preserving the autonomy the Group’s management needs to run the company successfully. KNDS will continue to be managed with a clear focus on execution, performance, competitiveness, innovation, strengthened market position and long-term shareholder value. This framework gives us the basis to invest in future technologies, strengthen our…
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Nokia Defense and KNDS close critical connectivity gap for soldiers and unmanned systems
Joint effort with KNDS, pan-European leader in land defense, enables high bandwidth 5G connectivity for forces and autonomous systems beyond vehicles Powered by 5G deployable networks from Nokia Defense’s Banshee portfolio At the 2026 Eurosatory show, Nokia Defense and KNDS, a leading pan-European land defense company, have announced a collaboration to deliver advanced connectivity for soldiers and unmanned vehicles, addressing critical communication gaps on the modern battlefield. By integrating the Nokia Banshee Deployable Solution into the KNDS VBCI (Armored Infantry Fighting Vehicle), the companies enable seamless, real-time connectivity as forces transition from armored vehicles into complex mission environments, supporting more responsive and coordinated operations. Modern defense requires continuous communication across…
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KNDS Asserts Leadership in Loitering Munition at Eurosatory 2026
At Eurosatory 2026, KNDS confirms its position as a major industrial player in loitering munitions and remotely operated systems. Drawing on years of investment in warhead technologies, system integration, and battlefield-driven innovation, KNDS presents a comprehensive and uniquely sovereign offer — from military warheads to complete loitering munitions. KNDS warhead and loitering munition expertise: a fully integrated offer KNDS Ammo France is a reference supplier of military warheads and applies this expertise across the Mataris family, the first sovereign complete line of loitering munitions developed in partnership with Delair and EOS. Its relevance has already been validated by the French Army, with the MX-10 in active service since December 2025.…
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Bolstering Mission-Solution portfolio: KNDS showcases first drone launch container prototype at Eurosatory 2026
KNDS will showcase an integrated land-domain mission solution at the Eurosatory 2026 show, connecting manned platforms, unmanned aerial systems, precision effects, C-UAS protection, loitering munitions, mobile command posts and battlefield services within one operational architecture. A key element of this display is a first prototype of a universal 20-foot drone launch container. The prototype includes the integration of TYTAN’s autonomous interceptor and Helsing’s loitering capabilities. TYTAN’s METIS is an autonomous, cost-efficient and mass-deployable kinetic interceptor, whereas Helsing’s HX-2 is a software- and AI- defined strike drone which is resistant to jamming. The collaboration reflects a shared sense of responsibility for Europe. KNDS, a leading land defence system house, as well…
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KNDS showcases complete set of C-UAV capabilities at Eurosatory 2026
At the 2026 Eurosatory defense trade fair, KNDS showcases its entire set of multilayer counter UAV (C-UAV) capabilities. KNDS solutions detects, identifies, tracks and neutralizes all modern targets: from drones including in swarm configuration, helicopters, aircrafts or rockets and missiles (C-RM capacity). TARGAS ecosystem: from detection to neutralization Bringing together its expertise in weapons and ammunition as well as its know-how as a lead system integrator, KNDS presents its first fully integrated multi-layer C-UAV ecosystem, autonomous from threat detection to neutralization: TARGAS (for Tactical Advanced Response for Ground, Air and Surface threats). TARGAS is capable of addressing both aerial threats on the modern battlefield (drones, loitering munitions, missiles and glide…
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KNDS presents further development of LEOPARD 2 A-RC 3.0 technological concept study at EUROSATORY 2026
At the 2026 Eurosatory show, KNDS is presenting a further development of its fully self-financed study LEOPARD 2 A-RC 3.0, which consists of a Remote Controlled Turret and an overall three-man crew. The system showcases new technological approaches with regard to future tank warfare. At the center of the concept is the innovative, unmanned turret design with its unique weapon mounting concept, which prevents the weapon from dipping into the vehicle. This not only creates the possibility of fundamentally new spatial usage in the hull. The compact arrangement of the crew simultaneously reduces the protected volume, combined with a weight reduction. The improved power-to-weight ratio increases tactical mobility. The LEOPARD…
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Malaysia becomes the 15th CAESAR customer country with an initial order of 18 artillery systems
On the occasion of the Eurosatory 2026 international defence and security exhibition, KNDS announces the acquisition of 18 CAESAR artillery systems by the Malaysian Ministry of Defence, marking a major milestone in its commitment alongside the Malaysian Armed Forces. MALAYSIA EXPANDS ITS ARTILLERY CAPABILITIES Representatives of KNDS and its local industrial partner Advanced Defense System (ADS Sdn Bhd) formalized an order for 18 CAESAR artillery systems on Tuesday, 16 June 2026, during the 2026 edition of Eurosatory. The contract includes the granting of a licence providing for technology transfer and the assembly of the systems in Malaysia. Malaysia thus becomes the 15th country to acquire this global reference in wheeled…
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KNDS unveils a new Main Battle Tank generation and charts the future of very long-range artillery
KNDS unveils CAPINT (CAPacité INTermédiaire / Intermediary Capability) Main Battle Tank and new very long-range artillery system family LORAS (LOng Range Artillery System). Built on an enhanced chassis based on a LEO 2 A8 latest version and a KNDS France ASCALON unmanned turret; CAPINT serves as KNDS’ proposal for France’s new armoured combat system. LORAS extends KNDS’ position as Europe’s most complete indirect fire provider. On the opening day of the 2026 Eurosatory trade show, KNDS unveils a new generation ground combat capability based on a Main Battle Tank (MBT), called CAPINT and a new very long-range artillery system family called LORAS (LOng Range Artillery System). Both these new and…
