Mercedes-Benz has announced a partnership with German startup Tytan Technologies to produce anti-drone systems, becoming the latest automaker to join forces with the defense industry. This was reported by CNBC, according to UNN.
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It is noted that the German automaker signed a memorandum of understanding during the ILA 2026 International Aerospace Exhibition.
Mercedes will focus on "vehicle-based platforms for protecting people and critical infrastructure from drones" based on the G-Class and Sprinter models,
The publication points out that such cooperation makes the Stuttgart-based company the latest European automaker to "turn to the defense industry as the automotive industry faces difficulties."
"The defense sector has been booming since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, requiring Europe to become more self-sufficient in its defense production," the article says.
For Reference
During World War II, automotive companies around the world suspended civilian production to focus on their respective countries' military efforts—producing military vehicles, aircraft engines, as well as weapons and ammunition.
Today, the transition to a military footing has proven less difficult because the skills of auto plant workers are easily adaptable. For instance, the German Ministry of Defense has even created a special platform to facilitate partnerships between startups and large businesses.
As a reminder
A unique all-wheel-drive buggy called "HURKIT" was developed at the Lviv Higher Vocational School of Computer Technologies and Construction.
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