Helsing: Drone Production Already in Bavaria – Focus on Expansion and Ethics
The Munich-based drone manufacturer Helsing has announced comprehensive expansion plans. Wolfgang Gammel, the company's Germany head, emphasizes the particular significance of the Hallbergmoos location, calling it ideal for their purposes. Gammel also stresses that production in the defense sector and ethical principles are not mutually exclusive. He confirms that Helsing is already manufacturing drones at a secret site in Bavaria.
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Renting vs. Owning: The Ongoing Debate Among Friends
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