2025 marks a turning point for Europe’s defence capability. The question is no longer whether Europe needs autonomous and digital defence technologies – but whether it will remain a consumer of global systems or become an active shaper. Without its own standards, certified systems, and manufacturing depth, Europe’s defence remains dependent – technically, economically, and politically. Digital sovereignty does not start in ministries. It starts in the control unit.
Technology as Strategic Infrastructure
Autonomous vehicles, AI-driven systems and connected sensors are only as reliable as their underlying control technology.
From Standards to Power – Why Certification Shapes Sovereignty
While the US defines rules with FMVSS and MIL-standards, and China enforces its national protocols, Europe is still in search of a unified certification framework for autonomous systems.
This is where the opportunity lies: European companies like Arnold NextG already deliver certified, ready-to-deploy solutions – such as the NX NextMotion drive-by-wire platform:
European Defence Market – From Vision to Implementation
The EU promotes initiatives such as the European Defence Innovation Scheme and APAS (Autonomous Platform Architecture Standardisation). Their success depends on concrete platforms:
Sovereignty Is a Process – Not a State
Technological independence does not mean isolation, but:
Conclusion: Autonomy Starts with Control
Europe’s defence capability in the 21st century is digital. Platforms like NX NextMotion by Arnold NextG stand for certified, resilient and interoperable autonomy – the technical backbone of European sovereignty. Drive-by-wire is more than a control technology – it is a symbol of a new generation of digital sovereignty.
We control what moves!
Technology as Strategic Infrastructure
Autonomous vehicles, AI-driven systems and connected sensors are only as reliable as their underlying control technology.
- Who masters drive-by-wire, defines operational logic.
- Who controls certification pathways, controls market access.
- Who delivers hardware and software, secures interoperability.
From Standards to Power – Why Certification Shapes Sovereignty
While the US defines rules with FMVSS and MIL-standards, and China enforces its national protocols, Europe is still in search of a unified certification framework for autonomous systems.
This is where the opportunity lies: European companies like Arnold NextG already deliver certified, ready-to-deploy solutions – such as the NX NextMotion drive-by-wire platform:
- ASIL D (ISO 26262)
- SIL3 (IEC 61508)
- ISO 21434 Cybersecurity compliance
- ECE compatibility and TÜV-certified vehicle integration
European Defence Market – From Vision to Implementation
The EU promotes initiatives such as the European Defence Innovation Scheme and APAS (Autonomous Platform Architecture Standardisation). Their success depends on concrete platforms:
- Without unified interfaces, cooperation remains fragmented.
- Without certification logic, dual-use remains a buzzword.
- Without bold procurement, innovation remains on paper.
Sovereignty Is a Process – Not a State
Technological independence does not mean isolation, but:
- Defining own standards
- Securing own production
- Deploying own platforms
Conclusion: Autonomy Starts with Control
Europe’s defence capability in the 21st century is digital. Platforms like NX NextMotion by Arnold NextG stand for certified, resilient and interoperable autonomy – the technical backbone of European sovereignty. Drive-by-wire is more than a control technology – it is a symbol of a new generation of digital sovereignty.
We control what moves!
