Heightened threat signals from Europe’s adversaries have driven NATO nations to re-examine their ability to respond to potential attacks on their borders and homelands. Effective deterrence requires capabilities that are not only highly resilient in all operational environments but also interoperable across echelons, domains and coalitions.
Companies throughout the European Union are developing new technologies that can be integrated into larger systems for allied operations. To deliver the best solutions to nations while creating economic impact, L3Harris Technologies invests in local partnerships.
“We are supporting national and regional coalition requirements by harnessing our global reach and close customer collaboration,” said Jennifer Hanley, Vice President, International Business Development and Government Relations, L3Harris. “We coordinate with governments and militaries, provide in-country support and system production, and partner with local companies to strengthen the defense industrial base.”
Rapid Response through Local Presence
Properly addressing customer needs goes beyond developing industry-leading technology. Local presence, support and partnerships are key to rapidly responding to new requirements.
For instance, in Poland, L3Harris has established a business office in the heart of Warsaw, in addition to an electro-optical/infrared sensor system production facility in Katowice, and the company is pursuing local manufacturing of tactical communications.
“We continue to grow our long-standing presence and support across Europe by strengthening collaboration with local governments, end users and industry partners while also expanding our regional business and production footprint,” said Tiziana Cotugno, Vice President, Business Development, L3Harris.
L3Harris has also issued a purchase order to Polish government defense company Wojskowe Zaklady Elektroniczne S.A. (WZE) to produce attitude control motors as a certified supplier for the U.S. Army’s Patriot missile program. This follows the installation of specialized equipment at a new WZE production facility in Zielonka, Poland, and extensive training at an L3Harris rocket production campus in the United States.
In the Netherlands, L3Harris has worked closely with the Dutch government to support their radio network modernization program known as “FOXTROT.” A long-term agreement was signed in early 2025, and due to the company’s commercial business approach to tactical radio production, the first equipment arrived to soldiers that July. Since then, L3Harris and the Dutch Ministry of Defence have signed a strategic partnership agreement for further collaboration.
Missionized Business Jets for Modern Air Defense
Missionized business jets are becoming increasingly critical as European allies accelerate their efforts to close capability gaps exposed by today’s evolving threat environment. Real-world conflict in Ukraine has reinforced the need for agile, survivable and interoperable airborne platforms that can be fielded now – not decades from now – to counter low-observable threats, contested electromagnetic environments and rapidly evolving drone and missile activity.
Built on proven commercial aircraft foundations, missionized business jets deliver the altitude, speed, endurance and operational availability required to support persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance and airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) across coalition operations.
Equally important, platforms like the AERIS X™ AEW&C solution provide European nations with a scalable and affordable path to rapidly strengthen sovereign capability while reducing long-term sustainment burden. Through local industry partnerships, in-country sustainment models, an open-architecture mission system and 70 years of missionization expertise, L3Harris is helping allied nations field combat-ready capability tailored to regional operational needs while maintaining seamless interoperability across coalition forces.
Navigating Maritime Strength in Europe
L3Harris supports allied navies in strengthening maritime security across Europe and beyond, delivering the advanced technologies needed to operate in an increasingly contested environment. Supported by a well-established European industrial base – including its Bologna, Italy, operation with nearly 190 years of naval innovation and more than 230 employees – L3Harris provides integrated sensors, payload handling systems and autonomous maritime platforms such as the Hunterwater™ mine-hunting unmanned surface vehicle to more than 40 navies worldwide.
In the United Kingdom, the business has supported the Royal Navy for more than 20 years, providing integrated platform management systems for major platforms including the Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers, Astute-class submarines and Landing Platform Dock vessels, while also serving as the incumbent supplier on major frigate programs including the Type 26, Type 31, Hunter class and Miecznik.
With systems deployed on nearly 300 vessels across 28 navies, L3Harris’ Maritime business combines European industrial depth, global naval heritage and next-generation innovation to help allied fleets maintain readiness, resilience and operational advantage.
Robotic Technology for European Safety
L3Harris’ robotic systems are helping strengthen defense and security operations across the United Kingdom, Europe and allied nations, providing trusted support for explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) missions in some of the world’s most demanding environments. Used by customers including the U.K. Ministry of Defence, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and Australian Defence Force, L3Harris’ T4™ and T7™ robots are designed to help keep personnel out of harm’s way while carrying out complex and high-risk tasks.
From EOD inspection and route clearance operations to hazardous material inspection and disposal, these robotic systems allow operators to assess threats from a safer distance while maintaining precision and control. With world-class mobility and an intuitive haptic controller that makes operation feel as natural as moving a hand, L3Harris robots can perform delicate tasks such as unzipping backpacks and opening vehicle trunks and doors, giving defense forces across the United Kingdom and allied nations a proven tool to help save lives and enhance mission effectiveness.
Global Insights for Bespoke Solutions
As L3Harris continues learning from military personnel about new threats they are facing, the company makes targeted investments into new technology development, which informs solutions for other customers facing similar issues.
For example, nations around the world have endured drone swarm attacks with threats ranging from large, multi-capable systems to smaller, inexpensive commercial assets. To address the need for layered air defense systems, L3Harris developed the Wraith Shield™ counter-unmanned system (C-UxS) software upgrade, which transforms Wraith® waveform-capable communication devices into sense-and-protect assets. While the Wraith Shield system can operate as a stand-alone capability, nations can build a multi-asset C-UxS network by combining it with the VAMPIRE™ and Drone Guardian® systems.
Military operations in the modern age do not cease when the sun goes down. Delivering battlespace overmatch at all times of day requires all troops to be able to see clearly, regardless of the environments in which they operate. To ensure close combat support personnel are equipped to keep pace with front-line soldiers with advanced night-vision devices such as the Binocular Night Vision Device (BVND) - Fused , L3Harris unveiled its new “every soldier” goggle, the NOVA™ binocular system, this year. The NOVA system delivers industry’s leading image intensifier technology through high-volume manufacturing that makes it more affordable to provide all troops with sophisticated night-vision capabilities.
Across Europe and beyond, L3Harris continues to expand its role as a partner to governments, militaries and local industries. The company delivers solutions from its global ecosystem of advanced technologies shaped by real world operational insight – often through in country production that supports job creation and economic growth. This commitment to collaboration and responsiveness to each customer’s unique needs ensure nations can field capabilities that protect their people, strengthen local industry and enhance allied interoperability.
