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IHKs form working group for defense industry

Dresden 26. November 2025 17:14 Uhr 2 Min
IHKs form working group for defense industry
In Saxony, mainly suppliers are active in the defense industry. (Archive image) / Photo: Robert Michael/dpa
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Saxony's defense industry is networking in a new way: a new working group aims to strengthen companies, pool knowledge and give the industry a boost.

The three Saxon chambers of industry and commerce (IHKs) want to set up a working group for the security and defense industry. "The aim is to network companies and institutions in the industry, pool expertise, develop strategies to strengthen the industry in Saxony and represent political interests," announced the state working group of the CCIs.

There will be regular specialist events and joint projects. The working group will also develop position papers. Guests from politics, associations and research will enrich the dialog.

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According to the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the security and defense industry in Saxony is predominantly made up of suppliers with a total of more than 2,000 employees in around 80 companies. They produce electronics, sensors, optics and precision technology, IT security and software as well as vehicle technology including special vehicles.

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