MBDA subsidiary GDI Simulation is acquiring Agenium Group, adding artificial intelligence capabilities to its military simulation and training portfolio.
Under the deal, Agenium becomes a wholly owned subsidiary of GDI Simulation. The companies will combine their existing technologies and expertise to develop systems for military study, experimentation, and training across land, air, space, and maritime operations.
Agenium brings experience in virtual training simulators, 3D content, synthetic environments, and AI-assisted technologies, while GDI Simulation specializes in simulation software and military training systems.
The acquisition will allow Agenium’s AI capabilities to be integrated into GDI Simulation’s existing products and solutions, according to the announcement. The combined entity will have about 120 employees.
“By joining forces, we are bringing an ambitious industrial project to life, providing our teams, partners, and customers with the resources they need to drive our growth and achieve excellence,” CEO Thierry Leclercq said.
AI Moving Into Military Training
AI is increasingly being used not just to support military operations, but to change how troops train and how exercises are designed.
In July, the US military began testing a new approach to AI adoption by embedding engineers and trainers directly into operational missions.
The same month, the British Army launched plans for a digital Combat Laboratory combining live exercises, virtual battlefields, and AI-powered analytics under a 2-billion-pound ($2.7-billion) training program led by Omnia Training.
Earlier, in May, the US Marine Corps made basic AI training mandatory for active-duty and reserve personnel. The 45-minute course covers core AI concepts, practical applications, and decision-support tools, including generative AI.
