Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RDM), a South African joint venture between German Rheinmetall and South African Denel, has received the largest order in its history for Assegai 155 mm artillery shells and propellant charges. The contract was signed in the second quarter of 2025 with an unnamed European member state of NATO. This event was an important step in strengthening the company's position in the international arms market.
According to the terms of the contract, deliveries should begin this year and last until the end of 2027. The volume of the order was not disclosed, but experts note that it is a significant amount, given the scale and duration of the project.
The range of Assegai ammunition produced by RDM includes a wide range of models: high-explosive, practical, low-sensitivity, lighting, infrared, smoke, projectiles with preformed fragments (PFF), as well as extended-range V-LAP projectiles. This diversity makes it possible to meet the different tactical needs of modern armies.
Recall that RDM is part of Rheinmetall's broader strategy to strengthen its presence in South Africa. In June 2025, the company also established a new subsidiary, Rheinmetall Resonant South Africa (Pty) Ltd, which specializes in the design of chemical industries and provides additional opportunities for the development of the defense and civilian sectors.
This agreement highlights the growing role of South Africa as a regional center for the production of high-tech weapons, and also demonstrates the trust of Western countries in products manufactured under international military-technical partnerships.
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