U.S., July 30 -- Rheinmetall has announced the prior acquisition of Canadian robotics company Provectus.

The Ottawa-based company was acquired effective June 1, with Rheinmetall Canada taking a 100% stake in the company.

In its press release, Rheinmetall said Provectus Robotics Solutions are developers of robotics systems and software. Rheinmetall has integrated Provectus technology into its Mission Master unmanned multi-mission vehicle, modified for military use.

"We have already been working closely with Provectus in our unmanned ground vehicle project. This vertical integration gives us a decisive advantage in the field of autonomous mobility technology," said Stephane Oehrli, president and CEO of Rheinmetall Canada. "Since this cap...