Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace news, events and stories

Ariane 6 takes flight: A new dawn for European space exploration

With an estimated success rate of 50-70% for inaugural flights, the Ariane 6 launch is a milestone for the history books. Through the maiden flight of Europe’s next-generation Ariane rocket, European access to space has been fully restored. Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) is proud to be a key industrial partner in this achievement.

Norway's first student satellite has completed its final orbit

Since the establishment of NTNU Orbit in 2018, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has been a proud sponsor, offering both financial backing and technical expertise. Alongside Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT), we have supported and encouraged Orbit as they set ambitious goals and, more importantly, their journey towards achieving them.

KONGSBERG to upgrade Norway’s Ula-class submarines

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has signed an agreement with the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) for upgrades to Norway’s Ula-class submarines to extend the of operational life of the submarines.

KONGSBERG to Establish Missile Factory in the US

Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) is building a state-of-the-art missile production facility in the United States to meet global demand, following expansion in Norway and the recently announced missile factory in Australia. Located near key US Navy facilities, the site in James City County, Virginia will provide additional production capacity, sustainment and in-country tech refresh capabilities for KONGSBERG’s Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) and Joint Strike Missiles (JSM).

Expansion planned for KONGSBERG in Pennsylvania

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) is expanding production capacity at its Johnstown, Pennsylvania remote weapon systems factory, as part of a lease extension of 10 years plus options. The company also plans to hire an additional 20 employees in connection with the expansion.

Digital guide - a unique gift to the City of Technology

In celebration of Kongsberg city's 400th anniversary, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has had the pleasure of presenting the municipality with a gift that uniquely blends history and technology.

KONGSBERG opens production facility in South Australia

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) today opened its new facility in Adelaide in South Australia, where the company will support acquisition and sustainment programs including strike missiles, air defence and remote weapon stations for the Australian armed forces.

KONGSBERG upgrades the Norwegian Armed Forces' Bell helicopters

Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services (KAMS) has secured a contract with the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) to upgrade the Bell 412 helicopters used by the Norwegian Armed Forces. This initiative aims to ensure these helicopters can continue to support the special forces and the Army until the new fleet becomes operational.

A paradise for those who love electronics

At Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG), you will find one of Norway's largest professional environments for electronics. And it's about to get even bigger. We are experiencing rapid growth, with many new and exciting development projects on the horizon. In the coming years, we will need more skilled electronics developers to strengthen our professional environment and contribute to value creation that supports our important societal mission – protecting people and planet.  

Terma and Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services Sign Teaming Agreement

Terma and Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services (KAMS) have executed a Teaming Agreement reflecting the companies’ plans to cooperate on military Aviation Maintenance Services (AMS) in Denmark.

KONGSBERG to build missile factory in Australia

The government of Australia has announced its decision to invest in the construction of a new factory for Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) strike missiles in Newcastle, Australia.

Pushing the boundaries of physics on its journey to Jupiter

On the 19th and 20th of August, this complex manoeuvre will involve bending the spacecraft’s trajectory, slowing it down, and providing the necessary boost to fly past Venus in August 2025. This extreme manoeuvre requires precision and technological perfection.