Despite ongoing technical issues, the Bundeswehr’s modernization efforts are being accelerated under Defense Minister Boris Pistorius. The contract, directed towards electronics firm Rohde & Schwarz, aims to support Germany’s military commitments, including the ‘Division 2025’ and the permanent deployment of a brigade in Lithuania. However, skepticism persists within the Bundestag’s budget committee due to previous failures in system tests and unresolved functionality issues, particularly concerning friend-or-foe identification. The ministry acknowledges significant risks associated with the devices, yet the procurement process is proceeding, bolstered by an anticipated software update intended to address existing deficiencies.