MARTE: Europe’s main battle tank: Brussels, March 25, 2026 — Europe’s defence industry has taken a major step toward consolidating its technological sovereignty and strategic autonomy with the MARTE project — the Main ARmoured Tank of Europe. Funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF), MARTE represents far more than a traditional military technology initiative; it is a cornerstone for ensuring Europe’s relevance in high-intensity land warfare in the decades to come.