STV Group: Strategic-Technological Profile for European Defense Autonomy

STV Group a.s. is a Czech defense company that has quietly become a pivotal player in Europe’s quest for technological sovereignty. Headquartered in Prague, STV Group carries forward a century-old tradition of ammunition manufacturing, yet its modern profile is anything but old-fashioned. The company has emerged as the Czech Republic’s only producer of large-caliber ammunition, serving as a lifeline for European armies seeking reliable shells and explosives[1]. Beyond artillery rounds, STV Group has expanded its reach into smart armaments and defense services, from advanced anti-tank mine systems to first-person-view (FPV) drones unveiled at international expos. This unassuming mid-sized firm thus finds itself at the forefront of European defense innovation. Its story is one of transformation: leveraging deep industrial know-how to address Europe’s pressing defense gaps, and doing so with a focus on European collaboration and autonomy. The allure of STV Group lies in how it links Czech craftsmanship with cutting-edge defense needs – a combination that promises to bolster Europe’s strategic independence in an era of global uncertainty.