Rheinmetall taking part in EU project for sustainable forward operating bases
Rheinmetall is actively engaged in the INDY project, a key initiative under the EU Green Deal and supported by the European Defence Fund. INDY, which stands for Energy Independent and Efficient Deployable Military Camps, aims to provide European Union member states with efficient operational energy systems for forward operating bases.
The contract awarded to Rheinmetall holds a value in the low single-digit million-euro range.
Currently, forward operating bases predominantly rely on fossil fuels. However, innovative technological approaches have the potential to address this dependency. The INDY project’s findings are set to lay the groundwork for the development and utilization of new energy sources, management of resources, and optimization of requirements for forward operating bases by the end of 2024.
Rheinmetall is part of a collaborative international project team comprising 13 European nations. This team is leveraging collective expertise to achieve greater independence from fossil fuels, synthesizing knowledge from both military and civilian EU initiatives as well as national projects from various member states.
Rheinmetall is determined to enhance energy security in military operations while also facilitating the energy transition towards renewable sources for forward operating bases.
Since 2019, Rheinmetall Project Solutions GmbH has been responsible for advancing mobile deployable mission solutions, integrating the comprehensive resources and capabilities of the Group to support mission operations. The company is committed to offering long-term support to clients through tailored services.
Dr. Deniz Akitürk, Managing Director of Rheinmetall Project Solutions GmbH, expressed pride in the company’s involvement in the project: “A significant improvement in energy ratios can also be achieved for military operations. Optimizing energy efficiency during deployed operations poses unique technical challenges. We are eager to apply our expertise to help our clients achieve their sustainability objectives.”
