In his opinion, the Kremlin is “not interested” in ending the war, so international support for Ukraine must continue.
Rheinmetall is ready to increase supplies of weapons and military equipment, the head of the company indicated. The concern is already producing more ammunition than provided for in existing contracts signed with the Ukrainian side, he says.
The German manufacturer could supply Kyiv with more air defense systems, shells, tanks and drones, Papperger is sure.
The war in Ukraine has led to an increase in Rheinmetall's income, journalists note. According to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), revenues of the world's 100 largest defense companies from the sale of weapons and military services in 2024 increased by 5.9% and reached a record €572 billion. Rheinmetall took 20th place in it with sales revenue of €8.2 billion.
