Elbit Systems and Diehl Defence Form Strategic Partnership

At the ILA Air Show in Germany, Elbit Systems Ltd. and Diehl Defence signed a strategic partnership agreement to jointly offer the SkyStriker advanced loitering munition system to the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr), and if awarded, produce, and provide support.

The SkyStriker is an autonomous, long‑range loitering munition designed to locate, track, and engage operator‑designated high-value targets with high accuracy. Drawing on extensive operational experience across different regions and multiple international programs, the system combines versatility, lethality, and advanced autonomy to meet a wide range of mission requirements including „seek and strike“ and border protection

Capable of carrying up to a 10‑kilogram warhead, loitering more than two hours, and achieving a range of over 200 km – SkyStriker provides high‑precision strike capability and can be launched from numerous platforms – including land-based vehicles, the EuroPULS rocket launcher, naval vessels, containers and aircraft – providing operational flexibility across all domains.

Elbit Systems, together with its German Subsidiary, Elbit Systems Deutschland, and Diehl Defence will combine their complementary technologies, industrial capabilities, and deep operational expertise to offer a high‑performance, mature loitering munition solution, tailored specifically to Germany’s defense and modernization priorities. This collaboration aims to meet Germany’s growing need for state‑of‑the‑art loitering munition systems, including by expansion of autonomous precision‑strike and reconnaissance capabilities.

The partnership also includes local manufacturing, assembly, integration, and qualification activities at Diehl Defence, if awarded relevant programs, supporting the development of sovereign capabilities and strengthening the German defense industry.

This cooperation reflects the growing demand for advanced, precise, and flexible loitering munition systems and supports Germany’s objective to significantly enhance its capabilities in this domain.

Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, President and CEO of Elbit Systems: “The partnership with Diehl Defense, together with the strong local presence of Elbit Systems Deutschland, is another important step in strengthening our long‑standing presence in Europe and supporting Germany’s defense modernization priorities. By combining Diehl’s deep experience in system integration and production with Elbit’s advanced loitering munition technology, we aim to provide a powerful and future‑ready solution for the German Armed Forces.“

Helmut Rauch, Diehl Defence CEO states: “Diehl Defence is proud to partner with Elbit systems in the field of loitering munition to strengthen Germany’s capabilities in this segment. This cooperation does not only strengthen the development of sovereign capabilities but also the German defence industry.”

About Elbit Systems

Elbit Systems is a leading global defense technology company, delivering advanced solutions for a secure and safer world. Elbit Systems develops, manufactures, integrates and sustains a range of next-generation solutions across multiple domains.

Driven by its agile, collaborative culture, and leveraging Israel’s technology ecosystem, Elbit Systems enables customers to address rapidly evolving battlefield challenges and overcome threats.

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About Diehl Defense

As a reliable partner of the German and international armed forces, Diehl Defence is a leading system house for air defence systems. In addition to systems for ground-based air defence, the product portfolio of the company headquartered in Überlingen (Germany) includes guided missiles for all branches of the armed forces, ammunition for army, air force and navy as well as protection systems. In addition, Diehl Defence develops and produces key components such as infrared modules, fuzes and special batteries. Diehl Defence currently employs around 6,000 people generating annual sales of over 2.5 billion euros.

About Elbit Systems Deutschland

Elbit Systems Deutschland is a leading system developer, producer and supplier with core competencies in the areas of radio communication, sensor technology, command and control systems, electronic warfare, unmanned systems and cyber security, as well as the radio competence center for the globally active Elbit Systems Group. With its site in Ulm, the company ensures that its technological expertise is maintained in the heart of Europe, while at the same time providing nationwide support for its customer base. The solutions from Elbit Systems Deutschland are not only used by the German armed and security forces, but also internationally, where they have proven themselves hundreds of times over. You can find more information at www.elbitsystems-de.com.

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