German defense electronics and sensor systems manufacturer specializing in radar, optronics, and electronic warfare solutions.
| Ownership | Public |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2014 |
| Headquarters | 🇩🇪 Ulm, Germany |
| Region | EUROPE |
| Employees | 5K–10K |
| Listed | HNS · Xetra |
Hensoldt is a leading European defense technology company focused on sensor systems, radar technology, and electronic warfare capabilities for military and security applications. The company serves NATO and allied nations with advanced surveillance and reconnaissance systems.
Hensoldt operates across multiple business segments including radar systems, optronics, and electronic warfare, supplying armed forces, government agencies, and defense contractors globally.
Hensoldt was formed through the merger of Cassidian Optronics and Cassidian Sensors in 2014, later becoming independent from Airbus Defense and Space. The company has grown through acquisitions and organic development to become a major European defense electronics supplier.