Rheinmetall Secures Long-Term Hand Grenade Supply Deal With Dutch Armed Forces

German defense manufacturer Rheinmetall AG has finalized a multi-year framework contract with the Dutch armed forces, marking a significant expansion of their military cooperation. The agreement, announced Friday, underscores the company’s growing role as a key supplier of tactical weapons systems across Europe. This hand grenade supply contract complements Rheinmetall’s existing framework agreements covering 155 mm artillery and 40 mm ammunition production for Dutch military operations.

Comprehensive Hand Grenade Production Portfolio

The agreement encompasses approximately 15 different variants of hand grenades, reflecting the operational diversity required by modern armed forces. This hand grenade portfolio is designed to support both combat operations and advanced training scenarios for Dutch military personnel. The contract structure includes an initial five-year term with an optional two-year extension, demonstrating confidence in long-term partnership. Financial terms place the overall value in the double-digit million-euro range, making it a substantial addition to Rheinmetall’s defense portfolio. The variety of hand grenade types ensures the Dutch armed forces have access to specialized munitions tailored to specific tactical requirements.

Multi-Facility Manufacturing Network Across Central Europe

Production of the hand grenade inventory will be distributed across three strategically located manufacturing facilities: Trittau and Silberhütte in Germany, and Schwanenstadt in Austria. This geographic diversification strengthens supply chain resilience while leveraging Rheinmetall’s production capabilities across Central Europe. The multi-facility approach enables consistent quality control and efficient delivery schedules to meet Dutch military procurement timelines. Each production site brings specialized expertise in hand grenade manufacturing, contributing to the overall reliability of the supply arrangement.

Strategic Expansion of Defense Cooperation

The hand grenade contract represents a broader pattern of deepening military cooperation between Rheinmetall and Dutch defense authorities. Building on existing ammunition and artillery agreements, this expansion reflects growing NATO member confidence in the company’s manufacturing standards and delivery commitments. For Rheinmetall, the deal strengthens its competitive position in the European defense sector while diversifying its product offerings across tactical munitions categories.

At the time of announcement, Rheinmetall shares were trading at EUR 1,775 on XETRA, reflecting investor confidence in the company’s expanding defense contracts portfolio across NATO nations.