Military

An anti-drone system from Hensoldt is presented at the International Paris Air Show

KKR-owned Hensoldt files for Frankfurt stock market listing

The defence company’s initial public offering could be the largest in Germany this year

Europe is losing the battle to unite its military efforts

A fragmented Europe looks to consolidate defence as tensions mount with its transatlantic ally. But shortfalls in defence capabilities and an imprecise strategic approach stand in the way of meaningful European integration

Redrafting national service policy

European countries are increasingly reviving long-defunct plans for compulsory national service. In the face of societal divisions and rising regional tensions, Courtney Goldsmith asks what impact these new policies could have

Europe must unite against existential and physical threats

With immediate fiscal union putting the long-term agenda of political union at risk, a military and security partnership is the EU’s best chance to move closer together

Awards Supplement 2023

The European CEO awards 2023 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors.