German reconnaissance drone company Quantum Systems announced that it had established a Japanese subsidiary in Tokyo. In conjunction with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Japan, it signed memoranda of cooperation with Mitsubishi Chemical and Panasonic, with the aim of deploying drone operations systems for the Japan Self-Defense Forces.
German drone startup Quantum Systems announced that it had established a Japanese subsidiary and would set up its business base in Tokyo. The announcement was reported from its base in Berlin, along with reports that memoranda of cooperation had been signed with Japanese companies in conjunction with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Japan.
Mitsubishi Chemical and Panasonic were cited as its Japanese partners, and the company was reported to have signed memoranda of cooperation with each. Although the details of the specific joint projects are not known, technical cooperation on drone operations is anticipated.
The move is said to be aimed at deploying drone operations systems for the Japan Self-Defense Forces. Establishing an operational framework in the Japanese market and a cooperative structure with local partner companies are likely to be the focus going forward.
The announcement was dated the 28th, and entry into the Japanese market and stronger cooperative ties were reported through local media. Detailed business plans and the specifics of the operations are expected to be announced in the future.