Driving Innovation in Mountain Warfare: NATO MW COE and AUXSYS sign Letter of Cooperation
On 18 May 2026, the NATO Mountain Warfare Centre of Excellence (NATO MW COE) and AUXSYS officially signed a Letter of Cooperation, marking an important step towards strengthening collaboration between military expertise and innovative technological solutions in support of operations in demanding mountain environments.
As part of the event, representatives of NATO MW COE were introduced to AUXSYS’s exoskeleton system and its potential applications in military operations. Particular attention was given to the system’s possible use in support of mountain units, whose personnel operate in challenging terrain under significant physical strain and often while carrying heavy loads.
The meeting also laid the foundation for future joint activities and experimentation aimed at further developing and adapting exoskeleton technology for military use. The partners discussed a future experiment designed to evaluate the system’s performance in realistic operational conditions, assess its effectiveness in reducing soldiers’ physical burden, and examine its potential to enhance mobility, endurance, and operational effectiveness in mountainous terrain.
This cooperation is particularly significant as it strengthens the connection between the defence sector and innovative technology companies. AUXSYS is one of the selected startups participating in NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) programme, which supports the development of advanced dual-use technologies across the Alliance. The company’s inclusion in the programme reflects the strong innovation potential and technological maturity of its solutions.
The signed Letter of Cooperation represents an important step towards the development of modern capabilities that support soldiers in the field while fostering collaboration between military, research, and technological communities. Continued development of exoskeleton systems has the potential to enhance the safety, efficiency, and operational readiness of military personnel, particularly in demanding mountain environments.
