Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace news, events and stories

MetOp-SG-A1 Satellite successfully launched with key contributions from KONGSBERG

The MetOp-SG-A1 satellite, developed by the European Space Agency (ESA) and EUMETSAT, has been successfully launched aboard the Ariane 6 rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana. Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) contributed critical onboard mechanisms and electronics to the satellite, as well as components for the launch vehicle, continuing its long-standing role in Europe’s most important institutional space programs.

KONGSBERG awarded full-rate production contract for ACV-30 turrets

The United States Marine Corps has awarded a full-rate production contract to Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) valued at up to $330 million for the 30mm remote turret for the Amphibious Combat Vehicle 30mm program (ACV-30).

KONGSBERG and Advanced Protection Systems enter Polish-Norwegian Partnership for Counter-UAS Solutions

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) and Advanced Protection Systems have signed a Teaming Agreement to jointly develop and deliver advanced Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) solutions.

Germany buys KONGSBERG’s Joint Strike Missiles

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has signed a contract worth about NOK 6.5 billion for the delivery of the Joint Strike Missile to Germany.

KONGSBERG and Thales to establish new major Defence communications joint venture in Norway

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) and Thales have agreed to combine two of their businesses – KONGSBERG’s tactical communications unit and Thales’ crypto and secure communications business in Norway – in a joint venture designed to meet the growing connectivity needs of defence forces in Norway, NATO countries and other nations. This new company is a response to European armed forces’ call for greater interoperability, sovereignty, and the urgent need for large-scale equipment. <!--EndFragment-->

KONGSBERG and Veidekke sign contract for construction of ‘Utsikten’

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) and Veidekke have formalised the contract for the construction of ‘Utsikten’ – a certified environmentally friendly office building that will house thousands of employees in Kongsberg

KONGSBERG to develop missiles and drone boats in Ukraine

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has entered agreements with two major Ukrainian industry players to develop and deliver low-cost, high-volume air defence missiles and unmanned surface vessels in the country. At the same time, the company announced it is establishing a permanent office in Kyiv. (Photos: The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence)

KONGSBERG renews partnership and orders NSM engines from Safran

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG’) and Safran Power Units have renewed their long-term cooperation agreement for Naval Strike Missile (NSM) propulsion, reinforcing a successful partnership. The agreement includes an order for hundreds TR40 turbojet engines.

KONGSBERG and HEXCEL sign long-term partnership agreement

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) and HEXCEL Corporation (HEXCEL) have signed a long-term partnership agreement at the Paris Air Show for the supply of HexWeb® engineered honeycombs and HexPly® prepregs for KONGSBERG’s strategic production programs over a five-year period.

Germany plans to order KONGSBERG’s Joint Strike Missiles worth NOK 6.5 bn

The German government has decided to acquire the Joint Strike Missile for its F-35 fighter jets in an agreement that is expected to be worth about NOK 6.5 billion for Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’).

KONGSBERG and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems enter Cooperation Agreement to strengthen their partnership

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems have entered a cooperation agreement aimed at fostering further close industrial collaboration to support the defence requirements of Norway, Germany and other allied countries. The agreement primarily serves to strengthen the relationship of trust between the two cooperation partners and to further promote technological cooperation in the future.

KONGSBERG and BAE Systems enter Cooperation Agreement

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) and BAE Systems have entered a cooperation agreement aimed at fostering further close industrial collaboration to support the defence requirements of Norway, the United Kingdom and other allied countries.