Milrem Robotics, a global leader in robotics and autonomous systems, announced on Thursday, November 21, a groundbreaking partnership with Texelis.
This collaboration with Texelis, a renowned mobility solutions provider for defense, marks a significant step in advancing the development of next-generation robotic combat vehicles (RCVs), a key priority for modernizing European defense capabilities.
With Milrem Robotics’ innovation and Texelis’ expertise, this partnership is poised to redefine the future of autonomous warfare on the continent.
A Vision for the Battlefield
The partnership focuses on creating a new generation of over-12-ton modular robotic platforms designed to meet the increasing demands of contemporary warfare.
These robotic vehicles are equipped with Texelis’ cutting-edge electrified powertrains, offering exceptional endurance, maneuverability, and modularity.
This technology ensures these vehicles can operate effectively across complex terrains while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to various mission requirements.
Milrem Robotics’ CEO, Kuldar Väärsi, described the collaboration as a “crucial step” in enhancing the company’s robotic systems to handle the challenges of modern combat.
“Selecting Texelis as our strategic supplier of mobility subsystems is a crucial step in developing our next-generation robotic combat vehicles,” Väärsi said.
Milrem Robotics, a global leader in robotics and autonomous systems, announced on Thursday, November 21, a groundbreaking partnership with Texelis.
This collaboration with Texelis, a renowned mobility solutions provider for defense, marks a significant step in advancing the development of next-generation robotic combat vehicles (RCVs), a key priority for modernizing European defense capabilities.
With Milrem Robotics’ innovation and Texelis’ expertise, this partnership is poised to redefine the future of autonomous warfare on the continent.
A Vision for the Battlefield
The partnership focuses on creating a new generation of over-12-ton modular robotic platforms designed to meet the increasing demands of contemporary warfare.
These robotic vehicles are equipped with Texelis’ cutting-edge electrified powertrains, offering exceptional endurance, maneuverability, and modularity.
This technology ensures these vehicles can operate effectively across complex terrains while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to various mission requirements.
Milrem Robotics’ CEO, Kuldar Väärsi, described the collaboration as a “crucial step” in enhancing the company’s robotic systems to handle the challenges of modern combat.
“Selecting Texelis as our strategic supplier of mobility subsystems is a crucial step in developing our next-generation robotic combat vehicles,” Väärsi said.
With Texelis as its strategic supplier, Milrem Robotics aims to deliver vehicles with unprecedented mobility, advanced protection, and superior technological integration, setting a new standard for robotic combat platforms.
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Milrem Robotics’ track record of innovation is exemplified by the Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle.
This platform unveiled at IDEX 2023, is equipped with state-of-the-art systems such as artificial intelligence (AI)-driven target acquisition and drone swarm coordination.
With a 30mm automatic cannon, the Type-X delivers firepower on par with or exceeding traditional infantry fighting vehicles, while its compatibility with diverse weapon systems, such as the Cockerill Protected Weapon Station Generation II, highlights its adaptability.
The addition of Texelis’ electrified drivetrain technology will further enhance Milrem’s robotic platforms, ensuring they remain agile and sustainable in the most challenging environments.
Texelis CEO Jean Vandel emphasized that the partnership positions Texelis to expand its expertise into the tracked vehicle domain, representing a strategic diversification and consolidation of its role as a leader in advanced mobility systems.
“Working on their (Texelis’) new generation of combat systems is a fantastic opportunity for us to keep growing as a partner of choice for mobility,” Vandel noted. “Getting aboard is a huge strategic step to see us getting into the tracked vehicle market, a new universe to add to our core expertise. Alongside a customer like Milrem, mobility has no limit!”
Strengthening European Defense Autonomy
Beyond advancing battlefield technology, this partnership represents a significant contribution to the European defense ecosystem.
By leveraging France’s renowned engineering capabilities, Milrem Robotics and Texelis are bolstering Europe’s technological autonomy in the defense sector.
This aligns with broader European goals of fostering industrial cooperation and ensuring regional security.
The partnership also underscores the importance of indigenous solutions in addressing emerging threats.
With Europe’s armed forces aiming to modernize their capabilities and reduce reliance on external technologies, the collaboration between Milrem and Texelis offers a proactive approach to developing homegrown innovations tailored to European needs.
Meeting the Challenges of Modern Warfare
As security challenges grow more complex, the role of autonomous technologies in defense is becoming increasingly critical.
The robotic combat vehicles developed through this partnership will be modular, intelligent, and resilient—designed to deliver tactical superiority in demanding scenarios.
These platforms not only enhance battlefield effectiveness but also reduce risks to personnel by taking on high-risk missions traditionally performed by human soldiers.
Texelis’ advanced mobility solutions, combined with Milrem Robotics’ expertise in autonomous systems, create a synergy that promises to reshape the way armed forces operate.
From exceptional terrain capability to seamless adaptability for diverse mission profiles, the vehicles emerging from this partnership will redefine what robotic systems can achieve on the modern battlefield.
The Future of Defense Collaboration
The Milrem-Texelis partnership exemplifies the power of strategic collaboration in addressing the evolving demands of warfare. By integrating cutting-edge technology with robust engineering expertise, this alliance is setting a benchmark for innovation in defense.
The vehicles resulting from this collaboration are not just tools; they are a testament to the ingenuity and foresight of Europe’s defense industry.
In a world where autonomous systems are becoming indispensable to military operations, the Milrem-Texelis partnership is more than a milestone—it’s a blueprint for the future of European defense.
Through their shared vision, these companies are ensuring that Europe’s armed forces remain equipped to navigate the complexities of tomorrow’s battlefields with confidence and precision.
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