Miltech will be exhibiting at World Defense Show 2026, held from 8 –12 February 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Join us to explore our latest defense solutions, discuss collaboration opportunities, and connect with our team on future programs and partnerships.
📍 Riyadh | World Defense Show 2026 | Hellenic Pavillion, H3 – C1
During the evaluation event held at the “AETOS” Firing Range from 11 to 14 November, as part of the HNDGS exercise Aisios Oionos 2025, Miltech showcased a next-generation, intelligent loitering munition equipped with advanced Artificial Intelligence capabilities.
Three flights were conducted in total. The first was a demonstration sortie designed to showcase the system’s ability to detect and lock onto a target, followed by a successful abort command and safe recovery, an impressive feature for a loitering munition, given that recovery is not typically part of its operational requirements.
The second flight took place during the pre-exercise phase, involving a 15-minute mission at an altitude of 400 meters. It concluded with a successful strike on the designated target, earning positive feedback from observers, including the Commander of the IV Army Corps.
The third flight was conducted during the main exercise, again at 400 meters and lasting approximately 30 minutes. It also resulted in a successful engagement, receiving favorable remarks from attending officials such as the Minister of National Defence, the Chief of the HNDGS, and the Chiefs of the individual General Staffs.
The electric-powered loitering munition leaves no detectable launch signature, produces no thermal footprint, and operates with an untraceable communications profile thanks to its autonomous functions, making it exceptionally difficult for adversaries to detect.
MLT-LMS-Z5
MLT-LMS-Z5 is a revolutionary, smart loitering munition with advanced Artificial Intelligence capabilities. It carries a payload of 5KG and can travel over 70 KM. The MLT-LMS-Z5 is designed for a dynamic battlefield where everything is moving, and real-time decision-making provides battlefield superiority. Starting from its launch, the system, an electric-powered kamikaze munition, is designed to have minimal footprint, the plane has no heat signature, and has an undetectable communications signature due to autonomous operations.
Minimal Footprint:
Launched from a light-weight and mobile pneumatic launcher, the MLT-LMS-Z5 navigates autonomously to the battlefield. There is no sound, smoke or large platform during launch.
Swarm:
A key feature is that a single operator can operate a swarm of the munitions, sending them in groups of 3 to 5, positioning them on top of the battlefield, and successively hitting targets every 15 seconds. That’s 4 hits per minute continuously, by one single operator.
Non-Jammable Visual Navigation:
The system was originally developed to be jam-proof. Using on-board artificial intelligence, MLT-LMS-Z5 uses its camera to recognize the terrain and know its position. It can operate without GPS, which make jammers irrelevant for its mission.
Artificial Intelligence:
The MLT-LMS-Z5 has on-board artificial intelligence for detection and recognition of targets. It can identify and track multiple targets at a time, whether static or moving, to given the operator maximum situational awareness with minimal distraction. Targets are identified and offered for strike to the operator, enabling real-time decision-making in a dynamic environment.
Use of Relay Drone:
The system uses airborne “mesh network”, including with the use of high-flying relay drones, to make sure there is connectivity all the way to the target on the other side of the mountain.
Self-Flying Drone:
The fundamental principle of MLT-LMS-Z5 is that the operator does not fly the drone. He simply selects the target, and lets the system do the rest. The drone operates autonomously from navigation to strike.
Moving Targets:
One of its key differentiators is that it can strike any target moving up to 60KM per hour. That is significantly above the speed of most vehicles on a battlefield. Once the target is chosen, the system lock on and doesn’t let go. With zero involvement by the operator.
Unparalleled Accuracy:
All of this technology enables highly accurate strikes, at great speeds, with operators simply selecting their targets from an easy-to-use screen.
The defense industry today faces significant strategic challenges, primarily due to the growing need for advanced technologies and systems that address emerging geopolitical and military demands.
The greatest challenge Miltech faces in the current decade is to remain competitive while ensuring the high quality and innovative spirit that characterize its products. To achieve this goal, upgrading its technological infrastructure and increasing investment in research and development have been set as top priorities.
In an environment of intense international competition, Miltech is shaping the future of the industry by leveraging advanced technologies such as thermal imaging and electro-optical systems. Innovation remains at the core of its strategy, with the aim of developing new solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with sustainability.
At the same time, collaboration with globally influential companies such as MBDA and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), as well as participation in critical projects like Greece’s air defense shield, are expected to define the company’s success in the coming years.
Miltech is also committed to maintaining – and further strengthening – its experienced workforce in order to play a leading role in industry developments. In a world undergoing significant geopolitical and sociopolitical shifts, the company’s objective is to create value not only for the armed forces but also for society at large, while simultaneously reinforcing its position in the global defense industry through strategic partnerships, synergies, and most importantly, through the development of new technologies.
Stefanos Kioseoglou, General Manager, Miltech Hellas SA
We would like to thank everyone who visited our booth at DEFEA 2025 in Athens. Your presence and interest in our latest innovations—such as the MLT-LMS-Z5 loitering munition—inspire us to continue pushing the boundaries of defense technology.
We were honored to welcome distinguished guests, including:
Their visits reaffirm the growing international interest in Miltech Hellas’ advanced and integrated defense solutions.
MILTECH HELLAS S.A., a pioneer in the defense equipment manufacturing sector, proudly announces its participation in the VBCI PHILOCTETES program, in collaboration with KNDS France and other Greek companies, including METLEN Energy & Metals, INTRACOM DEFENSE, and the Sarakakis Group of Companies.
The VBCI PHILOCTETES program represents a significant initiative for the development and production of a state-of-the-art 8×8 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), tailored to the operational needs of the Hellenic Army. This collaboration enhances Europe’s strategic defense autonomy and promotes industrial cooperation between Greece and France.
MILTECH HELLAS S.A. will contribute to the program through the supply of advanced electronic systems and subsystems, leveraging its long-standing expertise in the integration and production of high-tech defense solutions. The company’s involvement in the VBCI PHILOCTETES program further reinforces its position as a trusted supplier to the Hellenic Ministry of National Defence and as a reliable partner in international defense projects.
The program includes technology transfer and local production of key vehicle systems, supporting the Greek defense industry and creating new, highly specialized job opportunities. This partnership marks a significant step toward strengthening Greece’s domestic industrial base and expanding its participation in European defense programs.
MILTECH HELLAS S.A., a leading Greek defense equipment manufacturer, and HORNET, a subsidiary of ARQUUS, the main supplier of light armoured vehicles to the French army, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate in the field of Remote-Controlled Weapon Stations (RCWS). This collaboration aims to address the current defense needs of the Hellenic Armed Forces, particularly in the modernization and procurement of military platforms.
The MoU focuses on the following key projects:
The agreement covers several domains of potential cooperation, including:
MILTECH is a trusted supplier to the Hellenic Ministry of Defence, with expertise in defense systems integration and manufacturing. HORNET, as part of ARQUUS, is a recognized leader in the design, development, and production of advanced RCWS for military forces worldwide.
This partnership is a strategic move to strengthen Greece’s defense capabilities, leveraging cutting-edge technology to meet the evolving needs of the Hellenic Armed Forces.
Representatives of Miltech Hellas S.A. held constructive talks with a delegation from Saab during the DEFEA 2025 defence exhibition, focusing on a potential collaboration for the Erieye EMB-145H AEW&C system. The discussions explored avenues to enhance the system’s operational performance and improve interoperability in surveillance and airborne early warning missions.
The Erieye system, designed with upgradeability and long-term evolution in mind, offers a wide range of operational capabilities. Its potential for Greek added value and the involvement of the domestic defense industry position the program as a strategically beneficial initiative, reinforcing both national defense infrastructure and technological sovereignty.
Miltech Hellas remains committed to the strategic development of innovative high-tech solutions, strengthening its position in the global market and supporting national defence expertise through strong international partnerships.