Leopard tanks
Coverage of Leopard tanks in the Nexus archive.
- Germany plans to take 40% in Leopard tank maker KNDS, joining France as stakeholder
Germany plans to take a 40% stake in KNDS, a defense contractor producing Leopard and Leclerc tanks, joining France which already holds a 50% stake. The move aims to strengthen European defense production and sovereignty, with potential for an IPO. KNDS, formed in 2015 from the merger of Germany’s Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and France’s Nexter, also produces military vehicles like Puma and Boxer.
- Germany plans to take 40% in Leopard tank maker KNDS, joining France as stakeholder
Germany plans to take a 40% stake in KNDS, a defense contractor producing Leopard and Leclerc tanks, alongside France, which holds a 50% stake. The move aims to strengthen European defense production and security capabilities, with the two governments agreeing to align their strategies for KNDS, potentially leading to an IPO.
- After delivery of first tanks to Norway, EuroTrophy looks to wider European future
EuroTrophy delivered the first Leopard tanks to Norway and is collaborating with KNDS and the German and Norwegian governments to establish a new Leopard tank baseline. The company aims to expand its European presence following this procurement.
- Poland Backs Joint EU Debt to Help Finance Defense Spending
Poland has agreed to joint EU debt to finance defense spending, including purchases such as Leopard tanks. This move is expected to bolster Poland's military capabilities. The decision is part of a broader effort to enhance European defense