MUNICH — June 03, 2026 : German defense technology company ARX Robotics announced on June 3 a major expansion strategy across Europe, including plans to open a new headquarters and manufacturing facility in Munich later this year as it scales operations to support rising demand for autonomous military systems.
According to a company announcement released on June 3, ARX Robotics is expanding operations across Europe, including in Ukraine and the United Kingdom, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen manufacturing capacity and support growing deployment of unmanned military systems.
The company said the expansion aims to increase its production capacity in Germany fivefold by the end of 2026 while strengthening its position as a supplier of unmanned ground systems (UGVs) for European defense forces. The move comes as European governments continue investing in robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and autonomous defense technologies as part of military modernization programs.
The planned Munich facility will serve as both the company’s headquarters and its primary production center for robotic systems. ARX Robotics said the site will function as the central manufacturing hub for its GEREON unmanned ground vehicles, supporting increased production volumes over the coming years.
To support the expansion, the company plans to double its workforce by the end of 2026, with investments focused on engineering, research and development (R&D), software development, manufacturing, and autonomous systems capabilities.
Berlin Office to Support Government and Defense Cooperation
Alongside the Munich expansion, ARX Robotics confirmed the opening of a new office in Berlin focused on engagement with government institutions, defense organizations, and European security stakeholders.
The Berlin office will not handle manufacturing operations and will instead focus on coordination with policymakers, military institutions, and defense-sector partners involved in procurement and defense planning.
The expansion also coincides with the unveiling of a new corporate identity, which ARX Robotics said reflects its transition from a startup founded in 2022 into an established European defense technology manufacturer.
“Europe is entering a new era of defense—an era of speed, autonomy, and sovereignty. This idea has been at the core of ARX Robotics since the beginning,” said Marc Wietfeld, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of ARX Robotics.
Wietfeld said the company has evolved from a startup into a defense technology manufacturer focused on developing battlefield-proven autonomous systems while maintaining its long-term mission of supporting future military capabilities.
Focus on Autonomous Ground Systems and AI Integration
ARX Robotics specializes in software-defined unmanned ground systems and autonomous military technologies designed for operational support missions.
Its hardware portfolio centers on the GEREON unmanned ground vehicle series, developed for frontline logistics, casualty evacuation, surveillance, and battlefield support operations. According to the company, the platform is capable of carrying payloads of up to 500 kilograms, enabling transportation of equipment, supplies, and operational materials in frontline environments.
The systems are supported by Mithra OS, an AI-powered operating system designed to integrate autonomous capabilities and fleet-wide connectivity into both newly built and existing military vehicles. ARX Robotics said the software enables coordination between multiple robotic systems, operational planning, and improved communication across fleets.
The company stated that its systems are already in service with several European armed forces and that it has launched localized manufacturing in the United Kingdom to fulfill early orders for the British Army, expanding its production footprint beyond Germany.
Expanded Operations and Contracts in Ukraine
ARX Robotics said it is currently the largest Western supplier of unmanned ground vehicles operating in Ukraine. On May 11, the company announced a contract with the Ukrainian Defense Forces to deliver several hundred additional GEREON systems, expanding an existing fleet already operating in the country or ordered for delivery.
To support faster deliveries and strengthen supply chain resilience, ARX Robotics said it is localizing parts of production in Ukraine and working with local supply partners to improve delivery timelines.
The company added that integration of Mithra OS across deployed systems is intended to allow multiple robotic platforms to operate together during coordinated frontline missions, supporting logistics, surveillance, and battlefield support operations.
Rising European Demand for Autonomous Defense Technologies
ARX Robotics’ expansion reflects broader growth in Europe’s investment in autonomous defense technologies, including robotics, AI systems, and unmanned military platforms, as governments continue military modernization efforts and expand procurement of advanced defense systems.
With a new Munich headquarters, expanded production capacity, workforce growth, and operations across multiple European countries, ARX Robotics is positioning itself to meet increasing demand for autonomous military systems in the coming years.
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