Company news·18 Dec 2025
Mehler Systems in 2025
Every year brings moments that define the path ahead. For those who serve, many of these moments happen after a simple farewell, when responsibility begins, when conditions change without warning, and when uncertainty becomes part of the mission.
In 2025, Mehler Systems continued its work with a clear purpose: to support the people who face what comes next. Explore more about our journey and achievements.
In 2025, Mehler Systems continued its work with a clear purpose: to support the people who face what comes next. Explore more about our journey and achievements.
Strengthening the Group for Long-Term Growth
2025 was a year of growth and structural strengthening across the group.
Expanded Expertise in Body Armour
With the acquisition of a majority stake in Stilmotor Extra Protection Srl (SXP), the group broadened its competences in specialised body armour and riot gear. The Mehler Systems group now includes eight companies and more than 1,600 employees across Europe.
Enhanced Production Capacity
Production infrastructure in Zrenjanin expanded significantly with the addition of a new 6,200 m² hall. Together with upgraded sewing operations, this expansion strengthens our ability to meet the growing demand for protective systems.
With the acquisition of a majority stake in Stilmotor Extra Protection Srl (SXP), the group broadened its competences in specialised body armour and riot gear. The Mehler Systems group now includes eight companies and more than 1,600 employees across Europe.
Production infrastructure in Zrenjanin expanded significantly with the addition of a new 6,200 m² hall. Together with upgraded sewing operations, this expansion strengthens our ability to meet the growing demand for protective systems.
New Developments Across All Brands
Innovation remained central to 2025.
297 New Products Shaping the Portfolio
Across all brands, the group expanded its portfolio with new solutions designed to meet evolving operational and customer requirements, spanning ballistic protection, load-bearing systems, and tactical clothing.
Over 2.3 Million Items Brought Into Production
Production scaled steadily across the group, with more than 200,000 ballistic plates, over 1.7 million pouches, and 440,000 pieces of tactical clothing brought into production during the year. In parallel, a major milestone was reached as more than one million Mehler Systems protective vest systems are now in operational use worldwide, reflecting sustained trust in the group’s solutions across long-term programmes and active service environments.
2,577 Prototypes Driving Product Evolution
Product development continued at high intensity, with thousands of prototypes supporting both series production and customer-specific programmes.
Across all brands, the group expanded its portfolio with new solutions designed to meet evolving operational and customer requirements, spanning ballistic protection, load-bearing systems, and tactical clothing.
Production scaled steadily across the group, with more than 200,000 ballistic plates, over 1.7 million pouches, and 440,000 pieces of tactical clothing brought into production during the year. In parallel, a major milestone was reached as more than one million Mehler Systems protective vest systems are now in operational use worldwide, reflecting sustained trust in the group’s solutions across long-term programmes and active service environments.
Product development continued at high intensity, with thousands of prototypes supporting both series production and customer-specific programmes.
Major Projects Delivered
Key projects demonstrated the group’s capability to deliver operationally critical systems at scale.
MOBAST for the German Armed Forces
The MOBAST programme strengthened Mehler Systems’ market position. Delivering 305,000 modular vest systems fully on time and with zero rejected units demonstrated the group’s ability to scale rapidly, establish new production capacity, and meet strict quality requirements.
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Zurich City Police
Awarded a four-year contract for 1,800 next-generation waistcoats with integrated soft armour packs, complemented by advanced Lindnerhof belts.
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20,000+ Rounds Supporting Validation and Certification
Testing and quality assurance remained rigorous throughout the year. Extensive internal ballistic testing was complemented by certification shots and close cooperation with specialised laboratories and accredited testing facilities.
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Major Projects Delivered
Key projects demonstrated the group’s capability to deliver operationally critical systems at scale.
MOBAST for the German Armed Forces
The MOBAST programme strengthened Mehler Systems’ market position. Delivering 305,000 modular vest systems fully on time and with zero rejected units demonstrated the group’s ability to scale rapidly, establish new production capacity, and meet strict quality requirements.
Read more
Zurich City Police
Awarded a four-year contract for 1,800 next-generation waistcoats with integrated soft armour packs, complemented by advanced Lindnerhof belts.
Read more
20,000+ Rounds Supporting Validation and Certification
Testing and quality assurance remained rigorous throughout the year. Extensive internal ballistic testing was complemented by certification shots and close cooperation with specialised laboratories and accredited testing facilities.
Watch video
Investing in People
Dr. Mario Amschlinger
assumed the role of CEO of Mehler Systems.
Paul Jennewein
joined Lindnerhof as Co-Managing Director.
Alessio Ricciardi
was appointed Managing Director of Mehler Protection Italia.
Connecting, Showcasing, and Engaging
Mehler Systems strengthened partnerships and showcased its innovations across global events, complemented by activities that brought together professionals and communities from multiple countries.
International Trade Shows
Participated in 15 international trade shows, reaching 230.000 attendees, with 820m² of exhibits and more than 2.400 products displayed.
Partner Events
Held a Distribution Partners Event, gathering 53 partners for workshops, product training, and strategic alignment.
Competitions
Continued the UF PRO Striker Challenge, with 160 participants from 16 countries completing a 20 km alpine course with 19 obstacles.
Participated in 15 international trade shows, reaching 230.000 attendees, with 820m² of exhibits and more than 2.400 products displayed.
Held a Distribution Partners Event, gathering 53 partners for workshops, product training, and strategic alignment.
Continued the UF PRO Striker Challenge, with 160 participants from 16 countries completing a 20 km alpine course with 19 obstacles.
A Year of Knowledge Shared
The group expanded its thought leadership and communication reach through consistent content production.
01.
109 Articles Published Across the Year
Publishing an average of two articles per week, the group assembled a body of content comparable to a multi-volume field guide. The topics focused on ballistic protection, tactical clothing, and load-bearing equipment, translating complex capabilities into practical context and everyday relevance for operators and professionals alike.
02.
24.5 Million Touchpoints Across Channels
Across social media channels and email communication, our content reached an audience comparable to the annual passenger traffic of a major European international airport. This sustained visibility supported continuous dialogue with operators, partners, and stakeholders across markets.
03.
Video Engagement Equal to 100,000 Full-Length Films
Total video engagement amounted to the equivalent of full-length feature films watched back to back. This scale reflects how frequently audiences turned to our long-form explanations, demonstrations, and development stories.
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