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.