Diehl Defence actively seeking partners in Portugal, focusing on drones (eco.sapo.pt)

• Diehl Defence seeks secondary sourcing partners in Portugal.
• Existing three-year partnership with Critical Software.
• Interest in Portuguese drone startups and future fighter jet tender.

"German defense company Diehl Defence, manufacturer of the Iris-T missile system, is actively seeking new partners in Portugal to expand its supply chain due to a 60% annual production increase. The company already collaborates with Critical Software and is interested in Portugal's drone sector. No official negotiations for the replacement of Portuguese F-16 fighters are underway, but Diehl is monitoring the process."