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At this year’s Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) exhibition, defence technology pioneer HENSOLDT and real-time analytics pioneer KX signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on next-generation defence data solutions. The agreement marks a strategic alignment between HENSOLDT’s advanced sensor, mission system, and Electromagnetic Warfare capabilities and KX’s world-class high-performance analytics platform, used globally across sectors where milliseconds matter. Integrating KX’s ultra-low latency analytics By integrating KX’s ultra-low latency analytics with HENSOLDT’s multi-domain ISR/SIGINT systems By integrating KX’s ultra-low latency analytics with HENSOLDT’s multi-domain intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR/SIGINT) systems, the two companies aim to deliver faster, smarter situational awareness to armed forces — starting with the German military and approved international partners. “Modern defence operations demand the rapid transformation of sensor data into actionable intelligence,” said Jürgen Halder, Vice President Airborne SIGINT at HENSOLDT. “KX’s real-time analytics perfectly complement HENSOLDT’s sensor portfolio, creating a formidable capability to meet our customers’ most demanding operational needs.” KX’s proven real-time technology “This strategic relationship extends KX’s proven real-time technology into mission-critical defence operations,” said Gary Connolly, Vice President Aerospace, Defence, Space and Security at KX. “Together with HENSOLDT, we will help armed forces achieve the speed, precision, and situational awareness required to succeed in the most demanding environments.” Real-time command-level intelligence The collaboration will initially focus on delivering real-time command-level intelligence across multi-domain operations, advanced battlespace management, synthetic training environments, and Electromagnetic Warfare scenarios. With modern conflicts increasingly driven by the ability to act on data in real time, this represents a long-term commitment to delivering decisive information advantage and mission success in modern defence operations.

Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT will present its latest technological advancements at DSEI 2025 in London from 9 to 12 September 2025. One of HENSOLDT's core competencies is the active and passive detection of threats and the protection of platforms and their users. In this context, software-defined defence plays a crucial role. Latest AESA radar technology The latest AESA radar technology and ensures the rapid detection and tracking of around 1,500 targets The TRML-4D air defence radar will be on exhibit at DSEI. It is based on the latest AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) radar technology and ensures the rapid detection and tracking of around 1,500 targets within a radius of up to 250 kilometres. It is capable of quickly and reliably detecting and tracking all types of air targets - cruise missiles, rockets, drones and aircraft - and classifying them for engagement. The SPEXER radar family will also be on show. It offers high-performance surveillance radars for various ranges for automatic detection and classification of ground, sea and low-flying air targets. Advanced solutions for armoured vehicles In the land domain, HENSOLDT will showcase its advanced solutions for armoured vehicles with the “Multi Utility Vehicle” (MUV), including innovative optronic systems such as MUSS (Multifunctional Self-Defence System) and SETAS (See Through Armour System).  The solution Ceretron by HENSOLDT combines sensors, fuses their data streams, evaluates and processes them in seconds and provides an AI-supported operational picture to the crew, thus enabling them to make smarter decisions even faster. Key to successful military operations The key to successful military operations lies in accurate reconnaissance, effective targeting, and precise engagement. For this, HENSOLDT presents TAROSS; its Target Acquisition & Reconnaissance Optronical Sighting System.  With its modern hardware and software architecture, TAROSS is giving a glimpse into the future of connectivity and software-defined defence by supporting the troops in the sensor-to-shooter cycle. AI-supported software for detection and tracking TAROSS is a modular, scalable solution, that is designed for use on remote-controlled weapons stations TAROSS is a modular, scalable solution, that is designed for use on remote-controlled weapons stations, medium calibre turrets, light reconnaissance vehicles, and UGVs.  In addition to its high-performance optical sensors and its AI-supported software for detection and tracking, it offers a direct interface to Ceretron and can be easily integrated into existing and upcoming vehicle and weapon systems. Airborne system for electronic signals intelligence In addition, the Persistent German Airborne Surveillance System (PEGASUS) will be on display. HENSOLDT was awarded the contract to supply an airborne system for electronic signals intelligence on board of three Bombardier jets based on its "Kalætron Integral" system, which collects and analyses signals from radar and radio systems. Led by HENSOLDT for the German armed forces, the SIGINT system will be integrated on the Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft, the optimal platform to complete these critical missions.

The sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT and Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), an EDGE Group entity and regional pioneer in the design, construction, repair, maintenance, refit, and conversion of naval and commercial vessels, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration opportunities in the development of advanced naval technologies. The agreement, signed during the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025), held in Abu Dhabi from 17 to 21 February, aims to foster collaboration between the two companies in the field of naval technology. HENSOLDT’s advanced sensor solutions David Massey, CEO of ADSB, said: “Our partnership with HENSOLDT underscores our commitment to delivering breakthrough naval technologies." "By actively exploring new avenues for collaboration, we aim to integrate our shipbuilding expertise with HENSOLDT’s advanced sensor solutions, to meet the evolving demands of the maritime and naval defence sectors.” Quadome 3D Air and Surface Surveillance radar HENSOLDT radars, including the Quadome 3D Air and Surface Surveillance radar and the TRS-4D radar On his part, Russell Gould, Head of Group Global Business Development at HENSOLDT, added: “The naval domain is a cornerstone of our business success. The MOU with Abu Dhabi Ship Building enables HENSOLDT to offer state-of-the-art naval solutions to our customers, as well as expand our footprint in new markets.” HENSOLDT radars, including the Quadome 3D Air and Surface Surveillance radar and the TRS-4D radar, feature the latest software-defined Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) technology. TRS-4D product family  Radars from the TRS-4D product family are already in service in various versions onboard German Navy vessels, including the F125 frigate and the K130 corvette.  The company also offers a range of systems catering to the naval sector, including the Integrated Navigation Bridge System (INBS) and maritime electromagnetic warfare systems.