Rheinmetall boss Papperger: "Robots will come"
Rheinmetall boss Armin Papperger on empty missile stocks, ramping up arms production and tomorrow’s weapon systems: what part will Skyranger, drones, robots and space play?
Germany is intensifying its defense capabilities, focusing on air defense, drones, humanoid robots and space systems. Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger discussed rearmament, bottlenecks and future weapons systems during a keel-laying ceremony for a fleet service vessel. In March, Papperger warned missile stockpiles were dangerously low, and Rheinmetall is investing heavily to boost production.
The Skyranger system, with a 2027 delivery date, is facing minor delays but will be ramped up to 400 per year by the end of 2023. A joint venture with Lockheed Martin and Destinus is nearing completion for cruise missiles. Papperger insists simpler systems are insufficient compared to the Skyranger's capabilities. Rheinmetall employs around 34,000 people, and the company aims to grow to 70,000 by 2030, significantly boosting the job market.
Robots, including humanoid and combat robots, are on the horizon. Space and drone systems are also key areas of investment.
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