Hensoldt AG (OTCMKTS: HAGHY) is a Germany-based defense and security electronics company specializing in sensor solutions for military and civilian applications. Formed in 2017 through the spin-off of Airbus Defence and Space’s electronics division, Hensoldt has established itself as a leading provider of radar, optronics, electronic warfare systems, and command-and-control solutions. The company’s product portfolio spans airborne and naval radar systems, electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) reconnaissance payloads, self-protection suites for aircraft and land vehicles, as well as integrated mission systems for surveillance and reconnaissance platforms.
Headquartered in Taufkirchen, near Munich, Hensoldt serves a global customer base that includes armed forces, governmental agencies, and critical infrastructure operators across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. The firm maintains development and manufacturing sites in Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, South Africa, and Australia, leveraging a network of research centers and engineering facilities to support both domestic and international defense modernization programs. Hensoldt’s solutions are deployed on fighter jets, helicopters, naval vessels, ground vehicles, and unmanned aerial systems, reflecting its expertise in high-performance sensor integration under complex operational conditions.
Since its inception, Hensoldt has pursued strategic collaborations with major defense primes and research institutions to advance next-generation capabilities such as active electronically scanned array (AESA) radars, multi-spectral targeting systems, and digital electronic warfare suites. The company’s modular open-architecture approach enables seamless integration with existing platforms and interoperability in allied coalitions. In addition to defense applications, Hensoldt’s security division develops perimeter surveillance radars, identification friend-or-foe (IFF) transponders, and checkpoint inspection systems for border security and critical-asset protection.
Under the leadership of CEO Thomas Müller, Hensoldt continues to expand its global footprint while investing in innovation to address evolving threats in land, air, and maritime domains. The company emphasizes sustainable growth through a balanced portfolio of equipment upgrades, retrofit programs, and new system development. With a commitment to research and development, Hensoldt actively participates in European Union and NATO collaborative projects, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for defense modernization and global security solutions.
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