Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace news, events and stories

35 Years of partnership powering Europe’s access to space

When Ariane 6 prepares for launch, it does so with critical technology from KONGSBERG onboard. With a newly signed contract, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace continues its long-standing contribution to Europe’s launch capability – extending a legacy that spans more than three decades.

KONGSBERG to deliver critical components for Ariane 6

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has signed a contract with ArianeGroup for the delivery of critical components for Europe’s next generation launch vehicle, Ariane 6.

Industrial partnership fuels growth and readiness

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed a new contract with Norautron for the delivery of components to various defence systems. The agreement, valued at NOK 500 million, marks a new phase in a partnership that has developed over more than a decade.

Quality at every stage – from requirements to realisation

In an industry where the technology we develop must operate under extreme conditions and in critical situations, quality is not something verified at the end. It is a prerequisite. At Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, quality assurance is about ensuring that systems, components, and processes meet strict requirements for performance, documentation, and reliability – from the first specification to the final solution.

Focusing on the broader perspective

After 17 years in the United States, holding leadership positions in the oil and gas industry, Christian returned home to Norway. Today, he works as a Senior Project Engineer at Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, where he ensures quality across large and complex defence programmes. What motivates him most? “The highly skilled people I get to work with.”

Quality as a resource – not as an enforcer

As Team Manager Quality, Joakim is responsible for the entire value chain – from supplier to finished product. “We are, in many ways, a jack of all trades. Our customer is the other divisions within Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, and our role ranges from contract dialogue and technical meetings to production follow-up and close cooperation with inbound logistics and suppliers

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