HENSOLDT signs contract for Optarion system development
The Bundeswehr awards a 15 million euro contract for the ground station linking helicopters to command networks.
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In short: HENSOLDT achieved a record €10 billion order backlog, doubled its H1 2026 order intake, and expanded its defense production capacities.
The Bundeswehr awards a 15 million euro contract for the ground station linking helicopters to command networks.
Revenue grew 23.6% to €1,167 million, and adjusted EBITDA increased 28.5% to €137 million.
The visit covered defence electronics, manufacturing expansion, and the role of software and AI in defence systems.
The CAIRAS system uses dual-colour infrared to detect missiles passively, enhancing survivability of autonomous combat aircraft.
Hensoldt reports strong orders, but political burdens and a weak chart pattern continue to hamper the stock's recovery.
The Bundeswehr is advancing the search for data systems for combat use and is reviewing offers from 30 companies.
Peace hopes weigh on Hensoldt and the defense sector, while new orders and order backlog show the group's operational strength.
Hensoldt has high orders and is expanding capacity, but delivery problems and delays are weighing on the stock and confidence.
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