ÜBERLINGEN, Germany, Feb 6, 2026 – The President of the University of the Bundeswehr Munich, Prof. Dr. mont. Dr.-Ing. habil. Eva-Maria Kern, and Diehl Defence CEO Helmut Rauch signed a joint declaration of intent during a visit to Überlingen. The agreement links Diehl Defence and the University of the Bundeswehr Munich (UniBw M) to advance defense research, technological sovereignty, and academic talent development for the Federal Republic of Germany.
The University of the Bundeswehr Munich and Diehl Defence are setting up cross-disciplinary collaboration and translating those discussions into research and development (R&D) topics. The agenda spans aerospace, information technology, production technology, and economics. The two organizations plan to share expertise and resources to develop solutions for national and international challenges.
Helmut Rauch said: “We greatly appreciate this partnership with the University of the Bundeswehr Munich. By combining academic excellence and industrial know-how, we can drive forward pioneering developments that will make our armed forces, country and Europe stronger in times of global challenges.”
Prof. Eva-Maria Kern emphasized: “We are convinced that with Diehl Defence as a strong industrial partner, we make our contribution to technological sovereignty and defence capability through joint research and knowledge transfer. In times like these, it is essential to pool expertise. Our partnership underlines this.”
Source: Diehl Defence
About Diehl Defence
Diehl Defence, headquartered in Überlingen, Germany, is a division of the Diehl Group that develops and produces guided missiles, air defense systems, ammunition and sensor technology for military and government customers. Formed in 2004, the division builds on decades of experience from predecessor companies. Diehl Defence employs about 4,600 people. Its portfolio includes the IRIS-T missile, air defense solutions, precision-guided munitions, training systems and support services. The company serves armed forces in Europe and worldwide and operates under internationally recognized quality, environmental and security standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and NATO AQAP.