Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028
A demonstration using Milrem Robotics THeMIS during iMUGS1. (Photo: Nexter/KNDS France)
The next stage of the Integrated Modular Unmanned Ground System (iMUGS) programme, dubbed iMUGS2, was launched in November 2025. Three major demonstrations are planned before the end of 2028.
The second stage of Europe’s Integrated Modular Unmanned Ground System (iMUGS2) will culminate in a three-day exercise in Norway in 2028, with consideration already underway for the next stage or iMUGS3.
iMUGS2 comprises a consortium of 29 partners from 15 EU countries including large corporations, mid-sized businesses, small and medium enterprises and research organisations.
Companies and groups involved include project coordinator Milrem Robotics, Diehl Defence, KNDS France, KNDS Germany, Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace, Norwegian Defence Research Establishment, Safran Electronics and Defense and Svensk Konstruktionstjänst.
The project plans to develop the next generation of interoperable uncrewed ground system (UGS)
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