Germany Wants €880 Million More Howitzer Shells From Rheinmetall
A technician works on ammunition at the Rheinmetall factory in Unterluess, Germany.
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The German government wants to increase orders of crucial artillery ammunition that’s in dwindling supply and is taking steps to expand a framework contract with Rheinmetall AG, two people familiar with the situation said.
The defense ministry intends to spend another €880 million ($957 million) to refill depleted depots as well as ensure that Rheinmetall can build up a new production line at its facility in Unterluess, Germany, said the people, who declined to be identified discussing confidential information.