Rheinmetall is a German technology group and a leading international systems supplier to the defense industry that is expanding into the space sector. Their focus is on utilizing space-based reconnaissance data for tactical battlefield applications, developing customized solutions for military vehicles, and integrating space technologies into the defense sector. Rheinmetall has invested in ICEYE, a SAR satellite operator, and is partnering with other companies to deliver cutting-edge space technologies to the defense sector. They also collaborate with space agencies like NASA and ESA through their Rheinmetall Italia subsidiary, providing components, structures, and services for launchers and satellites.
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The planned RhIPF would make Rheinmetall a key industrial anchor at the site.
Rheinmetall Nordic AS will provide technical specifications and documentation for planning and permitting for the project.
The planned Rheinmetall Integrated Process Facility is designed to serve as a satellite test center.
Rheinmetall Digital GmbH will focus on the user and network segments, including end-user terminals.
The Letter of Intent outlines land leasing, zoning, and construction processes for the Rheinmetall Integrated Process Facility.
The Rheinmetall Digital GmbH and OHB SE joint venture will bid on a future Bundeswehr contract to expand military satellite communications.
The project remains contingent on a final investment decision by Rheinmetall AG.
Rheinmetall Nordic AS and Andøy Municipality signed a Letter of Intent to establish the Rheinmetall Integrated Process Facility at Prærien Business Park in Andenes on Andøya.
Germany’s Bundeskartellamt approved a joint venture between Rheinmetall Digital GmbH and OHB SE.
OHB confirmed reports in January 2026 that it was considering a separate joint venture with Rheinmetall to bid for a German armed forces public procurement contract.
The Rheinmetall-OHB joint venture will bid for a German armed forces public procurement contract.
Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions was formed in November 2025 through a partnership between Rheinmetall and ICEYE.
Within the Rheinmetall-OHB joint venture, OHB will be responsible for the space segment and the associated ground segment.
Germany’s Federal Cartel Office (Bundeskartellamt) approved a joint venture between Rheinmetall and OHB on 16 April 2026.
The Rheinmetall-OHB joint venture will focus on expanding military satellite communications.
The German armed forces awarded Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions a €1.7 billion contract for a reconnaissance constellation.
Within the Rheinmetall-OHB joint venture, Rheinmetall Digital will focus on the user and network segments, including end-user terminals.
Rheinmetall withdrew its competing bid for Mynaric in mid-March 2026.
OHB is in talks with Rheinmetall and Airbus about a joint bid for the German Bundeswehr’s SATCOMBw Stage 4 project.
Rheinmetall’s Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence in Ipswich is a heavy vehicle sustainment and manufacturing facility with specialist tooling, engineering expertise, and secure infrastructure.