Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT demonstrated its technological capabilities as part of the multinational ‘Timber Express 2024’ exercise. The OPTARION mission support system (German: EUA for Einsatzunterstützungsanlage) successfully integrated NH90 and TIGER helicopters in a secure data link network and connected them to modern command and information systems.

“Seamless connectivity and the secure exchange of situational information between different weapon systems are crucial for today's hybrid operations on the battlefield,” explains Alex Irmscher, program manager for ground stations at HENSOLDT. “Thanks to our EUA solutions, it was possible to integrate the aircraft into the Bundeswehr's digital command network without having to modify the weapon system.”