ÜBERLINGEN, Germany, Oct 27, 2025 – Diehl Defense and Hanwha have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pursue development efforts in ground-based air defense (GBAD) systems. The MoU was signed in Überlingen, Germany, a step toward expanding European and international defense partnerships in the GBAD domain.
Both the companies will assess how Hanwha’s SAM radar system can be integrated with Diehl Defense’s GBAD systems. The effort combines each company’s engineering expertise and targets new defense market opportunities. Both companies also plan to begin support system development and joint projects, including that in the Republic of Korea.
Diehl Defense offers GBAD systems, including the IRIS-T SLS and IRIS-T SLM for short- and medium-range operations. Integrating Hanwha’s radar system into these configurations will allow Diehl to address customer requirements. As of date, eleven countries have selected the IRIS-T SLM system.
Source: Diehl Defense
About Diehl Defense
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. In 2024, Diehl Defence reported sales of about €1.83B and employed 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. Diehl Defence maintains research, development and production facilities in Germany, with its main offices in Überlingen.
About Hanwha
Hanwha Group, headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, is a diversified global conglomerate founded in 1952. The company operates across energy and materials, aerospace and mechatronics, finance, retail, and services. Its businesses include technology, manufacturing, defense, renewable energy, and financial services, serving infrastructure, commercial, and consumer markets worldwide. As of 2023, the company reported total sales of about US$61.3B. Its global network includes over 800 affiliates or subsidiaries.