HENSOLDT appoints Sven Heursch as Head of Software-Defined Defence & Digitalisation

With the appointment of Heursch, HENSOLDT is underscoring the strategic importance of Software-Defined Defence (SDD) as a central pillar of its "North Star" corporate strategy. In his new role, Heursch will drive the cross-divisional digital transformation of the product portfolio to develop scalable, software-based sensor solutions, AI-supported data fusion and digital services for military and security-related applications.

"We are delighted that Sven Heursch, a recognised and experienced expert in software-defined defence and digitalisation, is joining HENSOLDT. With his extensive technical and management experience, he will provide new, creative impetus in the further implementation of our "North Star" strategy and thus make a significant contribution to our future growth," says Oliver Dörre, CEO of HENSOLDT AG.

Sven Heursch said: "I am looking forward to contributing my experience from the German Armed Forces and the consulting business to HENSOLDT, the pioneer in software-defined defence. Together, we will shape the digital transformation in the defence sector and develop innovative solutions for the challenges of tomorrow," said Heursch.

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