Antitrust Authority Approves Creation of Rheinmetall-OHB Satellite Joint Venture
Rheinmetall and OHB have established a joint venture approved by Germany's Bundeskartellamt to bid for a public procurement contract for military satellite communications. This venture aims to leverage their expertise in different sectors, focusing on expanding military satellite capabilities. The German government plans to invest €35 billion in space-related defense projects by 2030, including new satellite constellations.
Rheinmetall and OHB to Form Joint Venture for German Armed Forces’ Satellite Communications Project
Rheinmetall Digital GmbH and OHB SE have received approval from the German Bundeskartellamt to establish a joint venture aimed at competing for a Bundeswehr public procurement contract. This venture will focus on enhancing military satellite communications, acting as the primary systems integrator and main contractor for future projects within the German Armed Forces' satellite communications framework.