Federal Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius Visits Space Company OHB

Federal Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius visited Bremen-based space company OHB today to gain firsthand insight into current space programmes, technological developments, and the importance of space-based infrastructure for security and defence. Considering the changing geopolitical environment and the growing importance of space for Europe’s ability to act independently, discussions focused in particular on the role of the space sector in strengthening national and European sovereignty.

Marco Fuchs, Chief Executive Officer of OHB SE, said:
“Space has become a strategic factor for Europe’s security and sovereignty. The €35 billion investment in military space capabilities announced by Federal Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius at the Space Congress sends an important signal for Germany and Europe. With 45 years of experience, highly specialised expert teams, and unique space expertise, OHB stands ready to help ensure that Europe remains capable of acting independently, that Germany strengthens its defence capabilities, and that we continue to expand our technological independence in space.”

Discussions with Employees and Students
Pistorius was welcomed by Marco Fuchs, Chief Executive Officer of OHB SE, together with other members of the company’s management team. The visit was also attended by Bremen’s Mayor, Dr Andreas Bovenschulte, as well as Members of the German Bundestag Thomas Röwekamp (Bremen), Uwe Schmidt (Bremerhaven), and Andreas Mattfeldt (Osterholz). The President of the Senate of the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen emphasised the importance of the space industry for Bremen.

Mayor Andreas Bovenschulte said:
“Thanks in part to OHB, Bremen is Germany’s number one space city – and perhaps even Europe’s. Bremen is the leading technology hub in north-western Germany and is increasingly becoming a central hub for maritime and space defence. In doing so, our local aerospace industry not only makes a significant contribution to Europe’s strategic autonomy but also secures and creates thousands of jobs.”

The delegation toured the company’s clean-room facilities, viewed current satellite programmes, and gained insight into the ongoing production of state-of-the-art space systems.

Later, Boris Pistorius met with employees and students enrolled in the company’s dual-study programmes. The discussions once again highlighted the opportunities the space sector offers, particularly for young people, and underscored the extent to which space technologies are embedded in everyday life—from communications and navigation to weather forecasting, crisis management, and security.



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