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Expert Trip on Critical Infrastructure Protection

As part of the German-Israeli Energy Partnership, an expert delegation visited Israel to deepen cooperation on the protection of critical energy infrastructure.
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Volkswagen in talks over making air defence components at Osnabrueck plant, FT says

March 24 (Reuters) - Volkswagen is in talks with Israel's Rafael Advanced Defence Systems ‌over a deal that would shift production at the carmaker's Osnabrueck plant from cars to missile defence, the Financial Times reported, citing people familiar with the plan.
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Elbit teams with Thyssenkrup on submarine parts

As part of the collaboration, Elbit is inaugurating a production line for underwater GRP (glass-reinforced polyester) components for submarines.
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Hapag-Lloyd signs merger agreement with ZIM

Today, Hapag-Lloyd signed an agreement with ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd., the world’s 10th largest container shipping line, under which Hapag-Lloyd will acquire 100% of ZIM’s shares for a consideration of USD 35.00 per share in cash. The total transaction value amounts to over USD 4 billion.
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Astera Labs opens Israel R&D hub to tap into local talent, develop AI connectivity tech

US-based semiconductor company Astera Labs on Monday announced the opening a new R&D hub in Israel to develop and ramp up high-performance connectivity technologies that meet the fast-evolving challenges of artificial intelligence-based infrastructure.
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Decoding the Israeli miracle: Can startup DNA be replicated?

Harvard’s Paul Gompers on talent, risk culture, and the demographic threats to Israel’s tech engine.
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Apple acquires secretive Israeli AI startup Q.ai for $1.5 billion

The little-known company, led by PrimeSense founder Aviad Maizels, has been working on whispered speech and advanced audio technologies for wearable devices.
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NVIDIA partners with Israel to launch $32 million Space City Campus in Negev region

In partnership with the global AI giant NVIDIA, the southern Israeli town of Mitzpe Ramon launched a new $32 million Space City campus on Thursday under the leadership of the Israeli company Creation-Space.
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Israel-Germany Business Guide 2026

A current overview for companies and decision-makers on markets, technologies, and partnerships between Germany and Israel.
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