Ukraine signs direct contract with Rheinmetall on artillery ammunition supply
The contract, funded by the Ukrainian state budget, will be executed in the first half of 2025.
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Rheinmetall to supply Ukraine with propelling charges for 155mm artillery
Beyond immediate battlefield needs, the deal is part of a broader strategic collaboration that includes plans for domestic weapons production in Ukraine, highlighting a shift from crisis response to sustainable military self-sufficiency.
Rheinmetall to supply Ukraine with twenty more Marder infantry fighting vehicles
As evidenced by the extensive deployment of the previous 140 Marders across various units, including the Marines, these vehicles have become an integral part of Ukraine's mechanized capabilities.
Croatia to supply Ukraine with M-84 Tanks, M-80 IFVS
Croatia plans to send 30 upgraded M-84 tanks to Ukraine, while acquiring 50 new Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany as part of an expanded defense collaboration.
Ukraine’s marines receive German Marder infantry fighting vehicles
The 36th Separate Marine Brigade, named after Rear Admiral Mykhailo Bilynskyi, has been equipped with German Marder 1A3 infantry fighting vehicles.
German arms giant Rheinmetall to open second Ukraine plant with four in total
Rheinmetall will manufacture infantry fighting vehicles, ammunition, gunpowder, and air defense systems at its four planned factories in Ukraine.
Rheinmetall delivers 20 more Marder IFVs to boost Ukraine’s defense against Russia
Germany’s Rheinmetall has delivered 20 additional Marder infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine’s Armed Forces, strengthening Kyiv's defense capabilities amid the ongoing war with Russia. This brings the total number of Marders supplied to Ukraine to approximately 200 since March 2023.
Ukraine orders eight advanced surgical stations from German Rheinmetall
Delivery is set to begin in 2024, with completion expected by the end of 2026.
Ukraine deploys German Skynex air defense systems
Ukraine's Air Force has deployed German-made Skynex air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure and airfields. The system, developed by Rheinmetall Air Defence, consists of four 35mm gun mounts, a control post, and a radar station for target detection.
US and Germany reportedly foiled Russian plot to assassinate Rheinmetall CEO – CNN citing anonymous sources
The assassination plot is linked to the broader Russian strategy to target defense industry executives across Europe who are supporting Ukraine’s war effort.
Rheinmetall’s Ukrainian expansion is building a defense industry powerhouse
German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall is investing heavily in Ukraine, setting up joint production facilities for armored vehicles, ammunition, and air defense systems. The move aims to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities and position Rheinmetall as the "number one option for the Ukrainian army."
Rheinmetall received largest order in company history for supply of ammunition, including to Ukraine
The main purpose of the order is to replenish the stocks held by the German army and its allies, as well as to provide support to Ukraine in its defense.
German manufacturer Rheinmetall to produce Lynx infantry fighting vehicles in Ukraine
The first unit of Lynx IFVs will be produced this year,
First joint Rheinmetall-Ukroboronprom armor production site operational in Ukraine
German and Ukrainian arms conglomerates launched their first joint facility for repairing, producing armored vehicles in Ukraine, which would accelerate vehicle repairs and support troops faster, a Minister says.
Reuters: Germany plans to order additional 200,000 artillery shells from Rheinmetall
Germany plans to order an additional 200,000 artillery shells from Rheinmetall, worth 880 million euros, to replenish stocks depleted by aid to Ukraine.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 802: Russia masses troops near Chasiv Yar; Poland, France advocate strategic ambiguity on deploying NATO troops to Ukraine
Russia has amassed up to 25,000 troops near Chasiv Yar; France's President and Polish FM advocate for strategic ambiguity regarding the possibility of Western military involvement in Ukraine.
Rheinmetall sending prototypes of 100km shells to Ukraine
Rheinmetall boosting output of artillery ammunition, sending Ukraine prototypes of 100 km range shells along with hundreds of thousands regular rounds in 2024.
German extremists torch home of Rheinmetall CEO over Ukraine arms supplies
Although the arson resulted in minimal property damage, it highlights the growing extremist opposition to Germany's military aid to Ukraine.
EU grants over €130 mn to Rheinmetall for ammunition production expansion
Rheinmetall's European subsidiaries will undertake six projects across Germany, Hungary, Romania, and Spain.
Rheinmetall plans to set up four factories in Ukraine
The planned factories in Ukraine will focus on producing shells, military vehicles, gunpowder, and anti-aircraft weapons.