Indra and Rheinmetall Electronics have entered a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance the Spanish Leopard 2E combat system.
This will focus on integrating new technologies that align with future command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence (C4I) solutions for combat platforms.
The companies have previously co-produced the combat system for all Spanish Leopard 2E tanks.
The partnership aims to deliver upgrades and services for fire control systems and C4I systems.
Rheinmetall Electronics, the original equipment manufacturer of the Leopard 2 fire control systems, offers flexible fleet management through a core system that can be customised according to client needs.
The joint effort by Indra and Rheinmetall will provide solutions that are fully compatible with other Leopard 2 versions, allowing users to maintain a common product base while sharing innovative improvements over the vehicles’ lifespan.
Indra brings expertise in the service and production of the combat system Leopard 2.
Additionally, the company provides its own developments in electro-optics, battle management systems, and mission systems for platforms such as the Leopard 2E main battle tank, the Pizarro infantry fighting vehicle, and more.
Rheinmetall’s defence electronics and software are new, fully digitalised, and customisable, featuring a modular and open architecture.
This architecture supports automated operations, seamless weapon and anti-tank guided missile integration, networked capabilities, and both manned and unmanned operating modes.
Indra and Rheinmetall jointly noted that Spain, along with other Nato and EU member countries, is raising its defence budgets to enhance the operational capability of their combat vehicle fleets.
As per GlobalData report, Spain’s defence budget was worth $13.6bn in 2024 and will increase at a compound annual growth rate of more than 10% during 2025-2029.
This comes after Spanish government contracted Rheinmetall to deliver 84 units of its 81mm Eimos mortar systems, worth around €150m, in 2024.
The agreement, signed with Rheinmetall’s subsidiary Rheinmetall Expal Munitions, also includes maintenance and training services for the Spanish Armed Forces.
