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Rheinmetall is converting Pierburg GmbH in Berlin from an automotive supplier to an ammunition factory, creating 350 jobs as the German metal and electrical industries lose 10,000 to 15,000 jobs monthly. This transition, part of a broader militarization trend, includes producing components for artillery ammunition.

The conversion is scheduled to be completed by mid-2026. IG Metall endorses the change, framing it as essential for job security. Meanwhile, the Left Party protests against the rearmament but maintains ties to pro-military policies. This reflects a global shift in production from civilian to military goods amid rising defense budgets.