German MoD Identifies Eight Former Bases for Potential Reactivation Under New Military Service Plan (defence24.com)

• Eight former barracks shortlisted for possible reactivation.
• Driven by New Military Service plan and training capacity needs.
• Consultations ongoing; final decision expected after 2026 property review.

"The German Ministry of Defence has shortlisted eight former military bases for possible reactivation, directly tied to the planned introduction of the New Military Service scheme and the urgent need for training infrastructure. The sites, including barracks in Boostedt, Cuxhaven, Speyer, Kusel, Soest, Mönchengladbach, Sigmaringen, and Friedberg, are intended primarily as training centers for recruits. Final decisions await consultation with municipal and federal authorities; the property evaluation is expected by end of 2026."