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Hensoldt Wins Antitrust Approval for Electronic Warfare Venture

September 29, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Hensoldt, Rohde & Schwarz, Plath, and General Dynamics form joint venture.
German antitrust authorities approve the electronic warfare venture.
Partners to bid jointly on upcoming Bundeswehr tender.
Hensoldt's order book passes €10 billion.

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Strategic Implications

This approval may strengthen the consortium's position in the upcoming tender, as they can now approach the procurement process with a single, coordinated system. The joint venture could indicate a shift towards more integrated electronic warfare capabilities, which suggests a growing demand for such systems in the defense industry.

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What Happened

German Defense Contractors Clear Regulatory Hurdle for Joint Bid

German antitrust authorities have cleared the creation of a joint venture in electronic warfare involving Hensoldt, Rohde & Schwarz, Plath, and General Dynamics. The approval removes a key regulatory hurdle, allowing the partners to bid jointly on an upcoming Bundeswehr tender for electronic warfare systems. Hensoldt’s order book has passed €10 billion, with the company reaffirming its 2026 guidance. This development was reported by Unknown Source.

Source | Originally Published: September 29, 2026

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