Germany Confirms €35 Billion Military Space Program for Bundeswehr

Germany confirmed the launch of a €35 billion military space program to establish satellite constellations, cybersecurity capabilities, space-based early-warning systems, and independent space operations infrastructure for the Bundeswehr. OHB, Airbus Defence & Space, and Rheinmetall were named prime contractors. The program marks a significant escalation of Germany's Zeitenwende defense transformation, extending from ground-based rearmament into space domain awareness. The initiative is part of Germany's broader pledge to reach 3.5% of GDP in defense spending by 2029.