Rheinmetall acquires majority stake in Croatian unmanned systems firm DOK-ING
German defense giant Rheinmetall completed its acquisition of a 51% stake in Croatian unmanned systems manufacturer DOK-ING, rebranding it as Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles d.o.o. The partnership will establish a competence center in Croatia for unmanned and autonomous military vehicles, combining DOK-ING’s Komodo modular hybrid platform with Rheinmetall’s tactical vehicle expertise. The companies plan to co-develop an unmanned armed support system (“Wingman”) to operate alongside main battle tanks like the Panther KF51. DOK-ING, which has delivered around 500 platforms to over 40 countries, is noted for its mine clearance systems used in Ukraine.
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Rheinmetall completes acquisition of majority stake in Croatia’s DOK-ING
German defense contractor Rheinmetall has finalized the acquisition of a 51% majority stake in Croatian unmanned systems company DOK-ING, rebranding it as Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles. The deal, agreed in March 2025, positions Rheinmetall to strengthen its presence in the unmanned ground vehicles sector. DOK-ING founder Vjekoslav Majetić retains a 49% stake. The partnership combines Rheinmetall's tactical vehicle expertise with DOK-ING's capabilities in designing unmanned mine clearance, CBRN response, and hazardous operations systems. DOK-ING's Komodo modular hybrid platform, with over 8.5 tonnes payload capacity, will be enhanced with Rheinmetall modules for direct/indirect fire, reconnaissance, and logistics. Rheinmetall plans to establish a competence center in Croatia for military unmanned and autonomous vehicles, targeting growth in unmanned combat and armored support vehicles. Future co-development includes the 'Wingman' unmanned support system designed to operate alongside main battle tanks and infantry fighting vehicles. DOK-ING has delivered approximately 500 platforms to over 40 countries.
Army TechnologyRheinmetall Completes Majority Stake Acquisition in Croatia's DOK-ING
German defense contractor Rheinmetall has finalized the acquisition of a 51% majority stake in Croatian company DOK-ING, marking a strategic move to expand its footprint in the uncrewed vehicles sector. The deal, reported by Army Technology, underscores Rheinmetall's push into autonomous and remote-controlled military systems. DOK-ING is known for developing advanced robotic and unmanned ground vehicles for military and civilian applications. The acquisition is expected to enhance Rheinmetall's portfolio in counter-improvised explosive device (IED) and hazardous environment operations. This transaction reflects the growing trend among European defense firms to consolidate niche technology providers to bolster capabilities in emerging defense domains.
Army TechnologyRheinmetall completes acquisition of majority stake in Croatia’s DOK-ING
Germany's Rheinmetall has finalized the acquisition of a 51% stake in Croatian company DOK-ING, a provider of land-based uncrewed mine clearance and high-risk operations solutions. The deal, agreed in March 2025 with undisclosed financial terms, will see DOK-ING operate under the name Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles. Founder Vjekoslav Majetić retains the remaining 49%. The partnership combines Rheinmetall's tactical vehicle experience with DOK-ING's expertise in uncrewed vehicle design, including the modular Komodo platform with over 8.5 tonnes payload. Rheinmetall plans to add modules for direct/indirect fire, mine clearing, reconnaissance, and logistics. The companies will also collaborate on uncrewed support systems like the 'Wingman' to complement Rheinmetall's Panther KF51 tank and other vehicles. The acquisition establishes a competence center in Croatia, an EU and NATO member, for military unmanned and autonomous vehicles, aiming to capture growth in this market.
Army TechnologyRheinmetall acquires majority stake in DOK-ING
German defense technology group Rheinmetall has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Croatian unmanned systems manufacturer DOK-ING. The combined entity will operate under the name 'Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles d.o.o.' in Croatia, establishing a competence center for unmanned and autonomous military vehicles. The partnership will leverage DOK-ING's Komodo modular heavy hybrid platform (payload over 8.5 tons) with Rheinmetall's tactical vehicle expertise and functional modules for reconnaissance, mine clearance, and fire support. DOK-ING, which has delivered around 500 platforms to over 40 countries since 1991, specializes in unmanned mine clearance and operations in high-risk environments. The companies plan to develop an unmanned armed support system ('Wingman') to operate alongside Rheinmetall's Panther KF51 tank and other armored vehicles, aiming to strengthen market position in the growing unmanned combat vehicle sector.
CPM Defence Network – News: Verteidigung und WehrtechnikRheinmetall Completes Acquisition of Majority Stake in Croatian Unmanned Systems Firm DOK-ING
German defense giant Rheinmetall has finalized its acquisition of a majority stake in Croatian unmanned systems specialist DOK-ING, renaming the entity Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles d.o.o. The partnership aims to create a competence center for unmanned and autonomous military vehicles in Croatia, leveraging DOK-ING's modular Komodo hybrid platform (8.5-ton payload) and Rheinmetall's tactical vehicle expertise and functional modules for direct/indirect fire, mine clearing, reconnaissance, and logistics. The companies plan to jointly develop an unmanned armed support system ('Wingman') for deployment alongside main battle tanks like the Panther KF51, as well as a range of combat and combat support solutions. DOK-ING, founded in 1991, has delivered around 500 platforms to over 40 countries and is noted for its mine clearance systems currently used in Ukraine. Rheinmetall emphasizes the acquisition provides a foothold in NATO/EU partner Croatia and targets a growing market for unmanned ground systems.
CPM Defence Network – News: Verteidigung und WehrtechnikRheinmetall completes acquisition of majority stake in Croatian unmanned systems firm DOK-ING
German defense group Rheinmetall has finalized the acquisition of a majority stake in Croatian unmanned vehicle specialist DOK-ING, rebranding the entity as Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles d.o.o. The move combines Rheinmetall's tactical vehicle expertise with DOK-ING's unmanned systems capabilities, centered on DOK-ING's new heavy hybrid Komodo platform (payload over 8.5 tons). Rheinmetall will contribute functional modules for direct/indirect fire, mine clearing/laying, reconnaissance, and logistics. The companies plan joint development of an unmanned armed support system ('Wingman') to operate alongside main battle tanks like the Panther KF51 and other armored vehicles. The acquisition establishes a competence center in Croatia, strengthens Rheinmetall's position in EU/NATO partner states, and expands production capacity for next-generation unmanned ground systems. DOK-ING has delivered approximately 500 platforms to over 40 countries and is noted for effective mine clearance operations in Ukraine. The deal keeps development and core competencies in Croatia.
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