Day 3 at DEFEA 2025: Global Defense Technologies and Innovations Take Spotlight in Greece.

Day 3 of Army Recognition’s editorial coverage at DEFEA 2025 unfolded with a strong focus on Greece’s advancing defense industrial capabilities and a clear demonstration of local innovation driving future battlefield solutions. From state-of-the-art armor systems to cutting-edge anti-drone technologies, the Hellenic defense sector took center stage, not just in exhibition halls, but in asserting its strategic direction.
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Upgraded Leonidas Armored Personnel Carrier featuring the Slovenian Valhalla Tyr 25/30 remote weapon station with a 30mm automatic cannon and optional Spike LR2 missiles, showcased at DEFEA 2025. (Picture source: Army Recognition Group)

Among the most prominent highlights was Greek defense company EODH, which unveiled the ASPIS NG system, a sophisticated modular armor solution tailored for modern armored vehicles like the Leopard 1A5 and 2A4. ASPIS NG is designed with versatility at its core, combining passive and reactive components for maximum survivability. Its inclusion of top-attack protection and compatibility with active protection systems reflects the company's readiness to confront evolving threats on the battlefield. This system is not just a product upgrade; it is a strategic capability enhancer, redefining what legacy platforms can achieve when equipped with next-generation technology.

EODH's momentum did not stop there. The company also presented a major upgrade to the Leonidas Armored Personnel Carrier, revitalizing the platform with the integration of the Slovenian-built Valhalla Tyr 25/30 remote weapon turret. The turret, equipped with a 30mm automatic cannon and optional Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles, transforms the Leonidas into a more agile and lethal asset. The modernization illustrates how collaboration between European defense manufacturers can yield highly capable and cost-effective solutions for NATO-aligned forces.

Equally notable was the participation of the Hellenic Army’s Research and Technological Development and Innovation Center, which introduced a dual set of indigenous drone-related technologies. The first is a portable anti-drone system intended for frontline units, capable of neutralizing hostile drones in real-time. The second is an FPV, or first-person view, loitering munition. This nimble quadcopter is designed for precision strike missions with a 7-kilometer range and 15-minute flight endurance. These systems reflect an agile response to the growing challenges posed by small UAVs and the broader evolution of unmanned warfare.

From Romania, Digital Bit presented its AGIL Remote Controlled Weapon Station, emphasizing modularity and operational resilience. Built to NATO standards, AGIL supports a range of weapons and is engineered for extreme environments, making it a flexible solution for both armored and light tactical vehicles.

As Day 3 concluded, it became increasingly clear that DEFEA 2025 is more than a showcase of military platforms. It is a forum where Greece’s defense industry is asserting itself through innovation, partnerships, and a focused commitment to self-reliance. For the Army Recognition editorial team, the day’s coverage reaffirmed that Greece is not only responding to today’s security challenges but is actively shaping the capabilities of tomorrow.