armasuisse
armasuisse is the competence centre for procurement, technology and real estate within the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS). It is responsible for acquiring systems, equipment, services and infrastructure for the Swiss Armed Forces and other federal security customers. armasuisse manages the entire lifecycle of defence-related projects, from evaluation and procurement to maintenance and disposal, ensuring efficiency, sustainability and operational readiness. The Chief of Armament reports directly to the Head of the DDPS. Through its work, armasuisse strengthens Switzerland’s security and technological sovereignty.
armasuisse Science et Technologie (S+T)
armasuisse S+T is the technological centre of the DDPS. It conducts research, innovation and system testing in areas such as cyber defence, sensor systems, communication technologies and modelling & simulation. By bridging science, industry and government, S+T supports the development and evaluation of technologies that enhance Switzerland’s security and defence capabilities.
