Daimler Truck AG has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with German technology company Quantum Systems to collaborate on unmanned aerial and ground systems for defence operations. The agreement focuses on integrating advanced vehicle technologies with digital platforms designed to enhance operational awareness and coordination during military missions.
The cooperation centres on the MOSAIC software platform developed by Quantum Systems. MOSAIC enables data from multiple aerial and ground-based systems to be combined into a unified operational picture. By connecting vehicles to the platform, commanders and operators can access real-time information that supports faster decision-making and improved coordination in the field.
Through this partnership, Daimler Truck plans to integrate its vehicle platforms into the MOSAIC environment. The aim is to connect trucks with other ground vehicles and unmanned aerial systems so that data from different sources can be analysed and shared seamlessly across operational networks.
A demonstration of this integration is currently being presented at the defence logistics conference Log.Net 2026 in Koblenz. At the event, a Mercedes-Benz Arocs truck has been equipped with MOSAIC integration, illustrating how logistics vehicles could operate as part of a digitally connected defence ecosystem.
Daniel Zittel, Head of Defence Sales at Daimler Truck AG, said the collaboration enables vehicles to operate within a broader network of autonomous and semi-autonomous systems. By linking trucks with aerial drones and other ground platforms, military units can access improved situational awareness and strengthen the protection of personnel involved in operations.
Daimler Truck is also exploring the development of trucks that can function as partially autonomous or unmanned platforms. These capabilities could support logistics missions in high-risk environments where reducing direct human involvement is a priority.
As one of the world’s largest manufacturers of commercial vehicles, Daimler Truck brings large-scale industrial manufacturing expertise to the partnership. The company’s global production capabilities allow military vehicle solutions to be produced at scale, which could become increasingly important as defence forces adopt new autonomous technologies.
The cooperation with Quantum Systems reflects Daimler Truck’s broader defence strategy, which focuses on partnerships with specialised technology companies and innovative start-ups. By combining vehicle engineering with advanced digital and autonomous technologies, the company aims to accelerate the development of new defence capabilities while ensuring reliable integration with existing vehicle platforms.
Beyond operational benefits, the partnership is also viewed as strategically significant for European industry. Strengthening collaboration between established automotive manufacturers and emerging technology companies can help expand regional capabilities in autonomy, artificial intelligence, and advanced defence systems.
The companies say the collaboration contributes to strengthening Europe’s technological sovereignty by developing key capabilities within the region. Building resilient supply chains for security-relevant technologies has become increasingly important for governments and defence organizations across Europe.
Through the integration of advanced software platforms and commercial vehicle technologies, the partnership seeks to create new opportunities for connected and autonomous defence logistics systems. The collaboration may also support future innovations in unmanned vehicle deployment and digital battlefield coordination.
Daimler Truck AG is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of commercial vehicles, producing trucks and buses for logistics, transportation, and specialised industrial applications. The company operates globally and includes well-known vehicle brands such as Mercedes-Benz within its portfolio. Daimler Truck focuses on advancing transportation technologies including digital connectivity, automation, and zero-emission powertrains while supporting logistics systems across civilian and specialised sectors.
