German prosecutors have charged three individuals for allegedly supplying Chinese intelligence with sensitive maritime technology information.
The suspects, identified as Herwig F., Ina F., and Thomas R., are accused of working for an intelligence service based in China.
From 2017 onwards, Thomas R. reportedly acted as an agent, liaising with the couple who owned a company in Düsseldorf.
They allegedly collected data on advanced technologies, including boat engines and sonar systems, potentially enhancing China's naval combat capabilities.
The trio has faced pre-trial detention since their arrest in April last year, amidst increasing concerns of espionage incidents in Germany.