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Rheinmetall

Rheinmetall AG is a German listed technology group headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Updated July 27, 20261 min readCited sources

Rheinmetall AG is a German defence and automotive technology group founded in 1889, headquartered in Düsseldorf, and listed on the DAX index since March 2023.

What it is

Rheinmetall is a public company (AG) that operates as an integrated technology group and cross-domain systems supplier for security and defence. It also has automotive-related businesses, including components and power systems. The company serves markets on land, at sea, in the air, and in space.

Key details

Founded in 1889 as Rheinische Metallwaaren- und Maschinenfabrik Actiengesellschaft, Rheinmetall is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. It is the parent company of the Rheinmetall Group and joined the DAX index on 20 March 2023. Its core business includes defence systems, military vehicles, weapons, ammunition, air defence systems, and simulation products.

Why it matters

Rheinmetall matters to Canadian readers mainly through global defence and automotive supply chains, as well as international security and procurement markets. Its products and market position influence defence contracts and industrial partnerships that can affect Canadian interests.

In short

  • Rheinmetall is a German defence and automotive technology group founded in 1889.
  • Headquartered in Düsseldorf, it is listed on the DAX index since March 2023.
  • Products include defence systems, military vehicles, weapons, ammunition, and automotive components.
  • Relevant to Canada through global defence and automotive supply chains.
Canadian angle

Rheinmetall matters to Canadian readers mainly through global defence and automotive supply chains, as well as international security and procurement markets.

Quick questions

What is Rheinmetall?
Rheinmetall AG is a German public technology group focused on defence and automotive-related industrial products.
Where is Rheinmetall headquartered?
Rheinmetall is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany.
What does Rheinmetall make?
Its products include defence systems, military vehicles, weapons, ammunition, air defence systems, and automotive components.

Sources

  1. Rheinmetall — https://www.rheinmetall.com/en/company/about-rheinmetall
    Supports: Founding year, original name, headquarters, company description, DAX inclusion, parent company role
  2. Rheinmetall — https://www.rheinmetall.com/en
    Supports: Current company description and business scope across land, sea, air, and space
  3. Rheinmetall Investor Relations — https://ir.rheinmetall.com/investor-relations/equity-story
    Supports: Integrated international technology group description
  4. Forbes — https://www.forbes.com/companies/rheinmetall/
    Supports: Company overview, headquarters, business segments, founder and founding date