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Global defense market: The South Korean Posco International Corporation and the US robot manufacturer Ghost Robotics

Published on: June 11, 2025 / update from: June 11, 2025 - Author: Konrad Wolfenstein

Global defense market: The South Korean Posco International Corporation and the US robot manufacturer Ghost Robotics-Image: Xpert.digital

New dimension of defense technology by transatlantic industrial partnership

POSCO International and Ghost Robotics: Strategic cooperation for the global and lucrative defense market

The South Korean Posco International Corporation cooperates with the American robot manufacturer Ghost Robotics to enter the lucrative global defense market. This partnership takes place at a time when autonomous robot systems play an increasingly important role in modern military operations and the international defense robotics market records exponential growth. The cooperation between the experienced trade giant Posco International and the innovative robotics specialist Ghost Robotics promises to set new standards in the field of military soil robots and could significantly influence market dynamics in this strategically important sector.

Ghost Robotics: Technology leader in military soil robots

Background and strategic orientation

Ghost Robotics, founded in 2015 at the University of Pennsylvania, has established itself as the leading developer of four -legged military robots. The company, headquartered in Philadelphia, fundamentally differs from competitors such as Boston Dynamics by its conscious focus on defense and security applications, while Boston Dynamics has distanced itself from military applications. This strategic positioning makes Ghost Robotics an ideal partner for defense companies looking for robust and campaign -proven robot solutions.

The company went through a significant transformation in 2024, when the South Korean LIG NEX1, a leading aerospace and defense company, acquired a 60 percent stake in a majority for $ 240 million and ghost robotics thus rated $ 400 million. This acquisition enabled Ghost Robotics to gain access to Lig Nex1's defense technologies and manufacturing capacities in order to scale the production of its Vision 60 and Spirit 40 robot dogs.

Technical specifications and performance features

The flagship platform Vision 60 by Ghost Robotics represents the current state of the art for autonomous soil vehicles. The robot weighs about 51 kilograms and can wear a payload of up to 10 kilograms, with a maximum duration of three hours per battery charge. Vision 60 can move at a speed of up to three meters per second and cover a range of up to six miles.

The modular design enables quick installation in the field within 15 minutes and offers interchangeable components for maximum operating time. The robot has 360-degree sensors for optimal visibility even in poor lighting conditions and can map surroundings in 3D. These skills make it particularly suitable for detecting explosives and other threats in complex environments.

POSCO International: Global trade giant with defense ambitions

Company profile and international presence

POSCO International Corporation is South Korea's largest trading company and a subsidiary of the Posco Group. The company, which was originally founded in 1967 as Daewoo Industrial Co., has a global network of over 80 branches and subsidiaries worldwide. After a complex company history that included restructuring and name changes, the company has been operating under the name POSCO International Corporation since 2019.

The strategic vision of the company “Green Energy & Global Business Pioneer” aims to create, combine and complete business areas in order to enrich the future. This vision explicitly includes the establishment of a global, environmentally friendly integrated society, which harmonizes perfectly with the advanced robot solutions from Ghost Robotics.

Expansion to the defense sector

Posco International has intensified his diversification strategy and uses its extensive trade expertise and global presence to open up new business areas. The company demonstrated its interest in the defense sector in 2019 when it took part in a Korea-Mexico cooperation event for the defense industry organized by Kotra.

The partnership with Ghost Robotics is a strategic milestone, since Posco is planning to present Ghost Robotics' Vision 60 robot dogs at international defense fairs and use its established business relationships. This strategy enables the company to benefit from Ghost Robotics' growing awareness in important markets such as India, where robots already find military and civil applications.

International market penetration and areas of application

Global adoption of military robot systems

Ghost Robotics has already built an impressive international presence, with over 450 vision sold 60 units to military customers including the US forces, South Korean and Japanese armed forces as well as private groups who support Israeli forces. The robots are currently used in various critical use scenarios, from border monitoring to active combat operations.

The Israeli defense forces have used three vision 60 robot dogs in the Gaza strip, which were donated by the reservist organization Brothers in Arms. These units, each cost $ 130,000, are used to collect information and support military operations. Although the models procured by the IDF are not armed, Ghost Robotics demonstrated a prototype with a sniper rifle in 2021, which triggered significant ethical discussions in other robotics.

German Bundeswehr as an emerging customer

At the end of 2024, the German Bundeswehr procured four Ghost Vision 60 robot dogs about a Thuringian importer to expand its capacities in unmanned systems. This procurement complements the existing Spot model from Boston Dynamics, which bears the nickname “Wolfgang 001” in the Bundeswehr. The German armed forces plan to first test the screaming robots for various mission purposes, especially for spy tasks and the detection of mines.

The Bundeswehr's vision 60 robots are unarmed and are controlled by soldiers, not operating autonomously. Nevertheless, this procurement demonstrates the growing international interest in Ghost Robotics' technology and underlines the potential for further expansion into European markets by Posco International.

Strategic market entry strategy in Asia

Focus on the Indian defense market

Posco International has identified India as a key market for its defense expansion and uses Ghost Robotics' already established presence there strategically. India maintains the third largest army in the world and has the third highest defense spending. After the Ukraine War 2022, India actively diversifies its weapon procurement on the traditional dependence on Russian systems.

Ghost Robotics' Vision 60 is already used in various areas in India. The Indian military used the robots in April during reconstruction work after the earthquake in Myanmar. In addition, Vision 60 has been a ambassador for the Indian Premier League (IPL), India's leading cricket league since this year.

Presence on the Indo Defense Expo

POSCO International demonstrated his defense market strategy by participating in the Indo Defense Expo in Indonesia, where the company set up its own stand for the first time. This event organized by the Indonesian Ministry of Defense every two years attracted 1,180 companies from 55 countries in 2024. Posco International presented Ghost Robotics' Vision 60 together with various other defense solutions and thus demonstrated his intention to become a comprehensive provider of defense technologies.

Technological innovations and military applications

Modular payload systems for specialized missions

Ghost Robotics has developed a comprehensive ecosystem of modular payloads that makes the Vision 60 platform customizable for various military applications. The portfolio includes a robot arm for clever, remote -controlled tasks, such as property recovery, door opening and equipment handling in dangerous or difficult to access environments.

For CBRN missions (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear), the company offers specialized payloads with advanced data processing and real-time environmental monitoring through a number of CBRN sensors. These systems are particularly valuable for scenarios such as chemical accidents, industrial disasters and military operations.

Autonomy and remote control capacity

The vision 60 robots are designed to autonomously cross unknown or hidden urban and rural environments. Their modular legs enable the robot to manage very rough terrain, to recover from falls and even operate inverted. The system integrates seamlessly into several communication systems, including silvus, persistent systems, Rajant and LTE networks.

The mapping functions make it easier to find tunnels and other underground infrastructures, which is particularly invaluable in urban battle environments and anti-terroric operations. These skills make the robots into valuable tools for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.

Market dynamics and competitive landscape

Positioning against Boston Dynamics

Ghost Robotics has deliberately positioned itself as an alternative to Boston Dynamics, especially through its openness to military and security applications. While Boston Dynamics has distanced itself from defense applications, Ghost Robotics explicitly comprises these markets and even demonstrated armed versions of its robots.

It is interesting that despite a continuing patent dispute between the two companies-Boston Dynamics sued Ghost Robotics due to alleged violation of core patents of the spot robot-both companies reached an agreement in early 2025 and are planning future cooperation. This development could significantly change the market dynamics and open up new cooperation opportunities.

International expansion and market potential

The global market for military robots is growing exponentially, driven by rising security concerns and the desire to keep human staff out of dangerous situations. Ghost Robotics has already sold over 1,000 robots globally and serves more than 25 national security customers. This success balance makes the company an attractive partner for Posco International's expansion plans.

The United States already use robot dogs intensively, and other countries such as Israel, China and France are also testing the use of four -legged robots or have already used them in military operations. This broad international adoption underlines the considerable market potential that Posco International can open up through its partnership with Ghost Robotics.

South Korea and the USA strengthen defense partnership through innovative robot technology

The cooperation between Posco International and Ghost Robotics represents a strategically well thought -out alliance that optimally combines the strengths of both companies. POSCO International Comprehensive Global Commercial Network and established business relationships perfectly complement Ghost Robotics' innovative technology and specialized defense orientation. This partnership optimally positions both companies in order to benefit from the growing global market for military robot systems and at the same time to set new standards for autonomous soil vehicles in defense applications. The chances of success of this cooperation will depend significantly on the ability of the partners to use their complementary expertise and to develop innovative solutions for the developing security challenges of the 21st century.

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