Norwegian Army Invests 19 Billion NOK. Missile Production to Move to Poland
Norway has selected South Korean company Hanwha as the supplier of its new land-based, long-range precision rocket artillery system. The project includes launching missile production in Poland. This is part of broader industrial cooperation in Europe.
This is part of broader cooperation with European and Korean defense industries.
Fot. materiały prasowe Hanwha
The Norwegian government announced the decision on January 29. The new system is intended to strengthen the Norwegian Army's defense capabilities. The purchase includes launchers, missiles, as well as logistical and training support. The total investment cost is 19 billion NOK.
New Capabilities for the Norwegian Army
The purchase of the long-range precision artillery system introduces a new capability for the Norwegian Armed Forces. The project is part of the country's long-term defense development plan. The entire Norwegian parliament has approved this direction. The system is expected to enhance deterrence against potential adversaries.
Under the agreement, Norway will receive 16 launcher systems and a large number of missiles. Three types of rockets with different ranges will be available. The longest range reaches up to 500 kilometers. No other bidder met this requirement.
Under the agreement, Norway will receive 16 launcher systems and a large number of missiles. Three types of rockets with different ranges will be available. The longest range reaches up to 500 kilometers. No other bidder met this requirement.
Earlier, Poland and Norway signed, among other things, an agreement on the development of drone defense systems.Photo: Kristian Kapelrud/Forsvaret (illustrative photo)
Poland as a Key Partner in the Defense Industry
Missile production for European users of the system will be carried out in Poland. Poland has already ordered nearly 300 CHUNMOO systems and thousands of missiles. Hanwha has signed an agreement with Polish partners for local production. The plants in Poland will also supply Norway.
This solution is expected to increase supply security in Europe. It shortens logistics chains and makes them independent from production outside the continent. Shared production infrastructure strengthens cooperation between Poland and Norway. Both countries benefit from the same technological base.
This solution is expected to increase supply security in Europe. It shortens logistics chains and makes them independent from production outside the continent. Shared production infrastructure strengthens cooperation between Poland and Norway. Both countries benefit from the same technological base.
The first launchers and training materials will arrive in Norway between 2028 and 2029. Missile deliveries are scheduled for 2030–2031. At the same time, industrial cooperation with Norwegian companies will be developed, covering 120 percent of the contract value. The agreement with Hanwha is scheduled to be signed on January 30.
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