Defense
We help defense manufacturers scale smarter, combining high tech expertise, automotive precision and robust supply chain design to deliver systems that meet the highest operational demands.
Driving Change In A Fast-moving Industry
After a period of lower investment, the defense industry is entering a new phase of growth. Geopolitical shifts, emerging technologies and changing security needs are driving governments to modernise their forces and strengthen European industrial capabilities. In this context, the ability to innovate, scale production and integrate complex systems efficiently is becoming increasingly important.
At Nobleo Manufacturing, we bridge the gap between high-tech innovation and defense production. With decades of experience in automotive and advanced manufacturing, we know how to design scalable processes for low-volume, high-mix environments as well as medium-volume production. We support projects for military and special-purpose vehicles, drone manufacturing, and advanced logistics systems, always with a focus on precision, reliability and operational readiness. Whether scaling up a new defense platform, reshoring production or integrating digital control, we bring the expertise to execute with speed and confidence.
2–5% of GDP
Defense budgets in Western countries are set to rise from 2% to 5% of GDP in the coming years
€2 billion extra
The Netherlands is structurally investing €2 billion annually to strengthen its armed forces
€800 billion EU plan
The ReArm Europe program allocates €800 billion for defense projects across land, sea, air and cyber
Military production scaling
Increase output while maintaining high-quality standards
How we approach Defense
Industrialisation & Design House+
Defense manufacturing often deals with low-volume, high-mix production, from specialised vehicles to advanced electronic systems. With our industrialisation program, we help defense companies design and scale processes that meet strict requirements for quality, safety and traceability.
Drawing on years of experience in high-tech and automotive, we support the move from prototype to controlled Start of Production (SoP) and beyond. Whether it’s setting up a new line for military vehicles or transferring production closer to home, we enable scalability, modularity and reliable execution.
Manufacturing Excellence
Operational readiness in defense depends on stable and efficient production. Through our Manufacturing Excellence program, we optimise end-to-end flows, reduce waste and increase output, always under the high standards required in defense environments.
- Using proven methods such as KATA, we bring structure to complex assembly processes for military and special-purpose vehicles. Our automotive expertise in production and logistics provides a strong foundation for building resilient and high-performance defense operations.
Manufacturing Intelligence
Modern defense programs not only require precision on the shop floor, but also visibility across the entire supply chain. With our Manufacturing Intelligence solutions, we turn data into actionable insights that improve planning, sequencing and operational control. We use advanced tools to optimise line balance, identify bottlenecks and simulate complete factory scenarios. In addition, we support logistics flow simulations, from supplier-to-OEM networks to field resupply operations for equipment, food or medical supplies.
Collaborations we are proud of
Optimise with confidence: your questions answered
Can you help with low-volume, high-mix production?
Certainly. We have extensive experience in environments where precision and flexibility are more important than mass production, a key challenge in defense.
How do you deal with confidentiality and security requirements?
We work according to strict quality and security standards and tailor processes to specific compliance requirements of the defense industry.
Do you also help with production and supply chain integration?
Yes. We have expertise in production and supply chain transfers, including risk management, knowledge retention and quality assurance.
What is your added value compared to traditional defense suppliers?
We combine high-tech and automotive efficiency with defense requirements, enabling us to industrialise faster and produce at scale.
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