What Germany is building in defence tech (2026)
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Vilnius, Lithuania
Larne, United KingdomVilnius, LithuaniaLarne, United Kingdom
Products & Solutions
Laser Aiming and Illumination Systems
A family of laser devices for targeting, marking, illumination and designation across visible to extended SWIR wavelengths. Named models include the LP5X (handheld or weapon-mounted pointer for close to medium distances), the FTAL LS-850e (optimised for extra-long distances) and SM and LM series illuminators covering ranges from meters to tens of kilometres. All devices are designed for dismounted soldier use.
Thermal Sights and Surveillance Cameras
Uncooled long-wave infrared (LWIR) devices for sighting and observation. The HTR-5G is a standalone machine-gun sight supporting calibres up to .50 cal. The HTR-5U is a clip-on unity-magnification sight aimed at sharpshooters and snipers, with options for multiple power sources and video recording. The DATS3 is an ultra-compact sight that can be used standalone, as a clip-on or helmet-mounted. The LW15-100S is a stationary surveillance camera with continuous zoom for perimeter and border applications.
SWIR Weapon Sights and Cameras
Short-wave infrared systems that provide passive night vision and the ability to see through obscurants such as dust and smoke. The SWIR S100U is a weapon sight for medium to long distances, operating simultaneously across visible, near-infrared and SWIR bands with autofocus, video recording, laser pulse detection and an integrated 1550 nm illumination laser. A SWIR surveillance camera variant is also offered for observation roles.
Night Vision Devices
Image-intensifier-based night vision devices combining advanced tube technology with Brolis's own out-of-band NIR illuminators for covert operations. The Twins and BPS14 are the primary named devices in this category, suited for dismounted soldier applications.
Countermeasure Devices
Optical detection countermeasure systems that protect weapon users from being spotted by enemy optics-detection equipment and shield their eyes from harmful infrared laser radiation. The Ghostbuster and Ghostbuster Universal Mount are the two products in this range, designed to attach to telescopic sights.
OEM Electro-Optical Projects
Custom-engineered electro-optical sub-systems for integration into third-party airborne and naval platforms, with a focus on size, weight and power optimisation. Brolis works from its semiconductor-level expertise to meet specific customer requirements.
Videos
BROLIS SWIR S100U
IR filter GHOSTBUSTER by BROLIS
About
Brolis Defence Group is a Lithuanian high-tech group founded in 2011 in Vilnius by three brothers — Kristijonas, Augustinas and Dominykas Vizbaras — as a spin-off from Germany's Walter Schottky Institute. The name BROLIS means "brother" in Lithuanian. The group brings together Brolis Semiconductors, Brolis Photonics Solutions (Larne, Northern Ireland) and Brolis Sensor Technology, giving it a vertically integrated capability that spans raw semiconductor epitaxy through to finished soldier and surveillance systems.
Offices
Vilnius, LithuaniaLarne, United KingdomBacked by
ETNA Equity Fund
Customers & Partners
Lithuanian Armed ForcesDanish ArmyBelgian DefenceSpanish Land ArmyLithuanian Police Anti-Terrorist Unit ARASFrench GIGNBelgian DSUUkrainian ArmyRoyal Canadian Mounted PolicePCO S.A. (MoU for Polish Armed Forces supply)NATO NSPA (registered supplier, 11-country framework contract)
Timeline
2026-03
ETNA Equity Fund acquired a majority stake in the group in what was described as the largest defence private equity transaction in the Baltic states to date. Founding brothers retained approximately 40% ownership.
2019
Spun off Brolis Sensor Technology as a dedicated sensor company.
2017
Completed a VC fund buyout and opened an R&D office in Ghent, Belgium.
2015
Opened a manufacturing and sales site in Larne, Northern Ireland (Brolis Photonics Solutions), and received investment from major solid-state manufacturers.
2012
Attracted initial venture capital and built a semiconductor fabrication facility in Vilnius.
2011
Founded in Vilnius as a spin-off from Germany's Walter Schottky Institute by brothers Kristijonas, Augustinas and Dominykas Vizbaras.
Products & Solutions
Laser Aiming and Illumination Systems
A family of laser devices for targeting, marking, illumination and designation across visible to extended SWIR wavelengths. Named models include the LP5X (handheld or weapon-mounted pointer for close to medium distances), the FTAL LS-850e (optimised for extra-long distances) and SM and LM series illuminators covering ranges from meters to tens of kilometres. All devices are designed for dismounted soldier use.
Thermal Sights and Surveillance Cameras
Uncooled long-wave infrared (LWIR) devices for sighting and observation. The HTR-5G is a standalone machine-gun sight supporting calibres up to .50 cal. The HTR-5U is a clip-on unity-magnification sight aimed at sharpshooters and snipers, with options for multiple power sources and video recording. The DATS3 is an ultra-compact sight that can be used standalone, as a clip-on or helmet-mounted. The LW15-100S is a stationary surveillance camera with continuous zoom for perimeter and border applications.
SWIR Weapon Sights and Cameras
Short-wave infrared systems that provide passive night vision and the ability to see through obscurants such as dust and smoke. The SWIR S100U is a weapon sight for medium to long distances, operating simultaneously across visible, near-infrared and SWIR bands with autofocus, video recording, laser pulse detection and an integrated 1550 nm illumination laser. A SWIR surveillance camera variant is also offered for observation roles.
Night Vision Devices
Image-intensifier-based night vision devices combining advanced tube technology with Brolis's own out-of-band NIR illuminators for covert operations. The Twins and BPS14 are the primary named devices in this category, suited for dismounted soldier applications.
Countermeasure Devices
Optical detection countermeasure systems that protect weapon users from being spotted by enemy optics-detection equipment and shield their eyes from harmful infrared laser radiation. The Ghostbuster and Ghostbuster Universal Mount are the two products in this range, designed to attach to telescopic sights.
OEM Electro-Optical Projects
Custom-engineered electro-optical sub-systems for integration into third-party airborne and naval platforms, with a focus on size, weight and power optimisation. Brolis works from its semiconductor-level expertise to meet specific customer requirements.
Videos
BROLIS SWIR S100U
IR filter GHOSTBUSTER by BROLIS
About
Brolis Defence Group is a Lithuanian high-tech group founded in 2011 in Vilnius by three brothers — Kristijonas, Augustinas and Dominykas Vizbaras — as a spin-off from Germany's Walter Schottky Institute. The name BROLIS means "brother" in Lithuanian. The group brings together Brolis Semiconductors, Brolis Photonics Solutions (Larne, Northern Ireland) and Brolis Sensor Technology, giving it a vertically integrated capability that spans raw semiconductor epitaxy through to finished soldier and surveillance systems.
Offices
Vilnius, LithuaniaLarne, United KingdomBacked by
ETNA Equity Fund
Customers & Partners
Lithuanian Armed ForcesDanish ArmyBelgian DefenceSpanish Land ArmyLithuanian Police Anti-Terrorist Unit ARASFrench GIGNBelgian DSUUkrainian ArmyRoyal Canadian Mounted PolicePCO S.A. (MoU for Polish Armed Forces supply)NATO NSPA (registered supplier, 11-country framework contract)
Timeline
2026-03
ETNA Equity Fund acquired a majority stake in the group in what was described as the largest defence private equity transaction in the Baltic states to date. Founding brothers retained approximately 40% ownership.
2019
Spun off Brolis Sensor Technology as a dedicated sensor company.
2017
Completed a VC fund buyout and opened an R&D office in Ghent, Belgium.
2015
Opened a manufacturing and sales site in Larne, Northern Ireland (Brolis Photonics Solutions), and received investment from major solid-state manufacturers.
2012
Attracted initial venture capital and built a semiconductor fabrication facility in Vilnius.
2011
Founded in Vilnius as a spin-off from Germany's Walter Schottky Institute by brothers Kristijonas, Augustinas and Dominykas Vizbaras.
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