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Volkswagen Eyes Iron Dome Production to Save 2,300 Jobs

3/24/2026

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Volkswagen is in talks with Rafael Advanced Defence Systems (the Israeli defense company) to shift production at its Osnabrück plant from cars to components for the Iron Dome air defense system.
The plan, reportedly supported by the German government, could secure 2,300 jobs at the site, which faces potential closure.
Production could start within 12 to 18 months if workers agree to the transition.
Neither Volkswagen nor Rafael Advanced Defence Systems has commented on the discussions.

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Volkswagen is in talks with Rafael Advanced Defence Systems (the Israeli defense company) to shift production at its Osnabrück plant from cars to components for the Iron Dome air defense system.
The plan, reportedly supported by the German government, could secure 2,300 jobs at the site, which faces potential closure.
Production could start within 12 to 18 months if workers agree to the transition.
Neither Volkswagen nor Rafael Advanced Defence Systems has commented on the discussions.