Bundeswehr invests 6.4 billion euros: New orders for Lower Saxony!

Bundeswehr invests 6.4 billion euros: New orders for Lower Saxony!

The Bundeswehr is tackling it! As part of its comprehensive modernization measures, the Bundeswehr plans to invest an impressive 6.4 billion euros in its locations in Lower Saxony. This monetary volume is not only a sign of the will to rearm, but also of the need to bring the Bundeswehr up to date. How NDR reported, the funds are intended for the expansion, renovation and construction of new accommodation. 36 locations in Lower Saxony are affected, with a particular focus on Wilhelmshaven, where 1.6 billion euros are already being invested.

For Wilhelmshaven, the planning specifically calls for 430 million euros for the northern expansion of the naval base. Not only are the existing systems being updated here, but new buildings are also being built. The groundbreaking ceremony for a new service building took place on November 12, 2024 Lower Saxony explained. Up to six service buildings are to be built, and the plans amaze not only builders but also the Navy.

Modern accommodation for the Navy

The new northern expansion is particularly crucial for the introduction of the new ship type “Fregate 126” (formerly MKS 180). With a total investment of over 250 million euros over the next 10 to 15 years, the Wilhelmshaven naval base will be further upgraded. Eleven new accommodation buildings are also planned to provide space for the crews of the new frigates. It is particularly important to take sustainability into account: every flat roof is equipped with a PV system so that environmentally friendly energy can be generated from the new buildings.

Overall, the Wilhelmshaven naval base is an example of the Bundeswehr's big plans. With more than 5,500 buildings that the state construction management looks after in the north-west, it is clear that Lower Saxony is really the focus of modernization. The properties in Wilhelmshaven, which are particularly important for the operational readiness of the Navy, are ideal for this.

The boom in the arms industry

Not only the Bundeswehr, but also the arms industry benefits from these developments. Loud daily news Companies such as Rheinmetall and Thyssenkrupp see an enormous order volume ahead of them. Given NATO's stated goal of spending 5% on defense in the future, it is expected that the arms boom will continue to intensify. Rheinmetall alone recorded sales of 9.8 billion euros last year - a jump of 36%!

This trend in the defense industry is also reflected in the awarding of contracts for new technologies, which is intended to increase the Bundeswehr's operational readiness. The non-negligible orders for submarines, frigates and digital systems ensure that the sector is flourishing, not least because of the constantly growing international tensions. The defense budget has been increased and promises that even more will be invested in security.

Overall, it can be said: Lower Saxony is becoming the central location for Bundeswehr investments and military build-up, and this not only has an impact on defense policy, but also on the local labor market and the economy. There is a lot of building going on here - we can only be excited to see what the future brings!