Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace news, events and stories

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.

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 launches new satellites to complete N3X space constellation

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (’KONGSBERG’) has completed its N3X satellite constellation with the successful launch of two new microsatellites — ARVAKER 2 and 3 — aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-14 mission from California. The N3X satellite constellation is designed to enhance Norway’s maritime domain awareness.

KONGSBERG to deliver 280 microsatellites to SpinLaunch’s LEO satellite communication constellation

SpinLaunch has selected Kongsberg NanoAvionics (‘KONGSBERG’) as its exclusive satellite supplier for its low earth orbit (LEO) broadband communication constellation, Meridian Space. The parties have signed a contract for the delivery of 280 microsatellites worth EUR122.5 million.

KONGSBERG starts operating its first satellite

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG’) has entered the space industry as a satellite operator and service provider, after it launched its first microsatellite from California.

DEWA's Space-D Programme: Revolutionizing Utility Management with Nanosatellite Technology

In 2022, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) selected Kongsberg NanoAvionics (NanoAvionics) to design, build, test, and manage the launch of two nanosatellites—3U and 6U.

KONGSBERG to launch new microsatellite to deliver maritime surveillance services to Norway

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has signed a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) for the realization of one satellite for the precursors mission of the Arctic Ocean Surveillance (AOS) project that will deliver space-based maritime surveillance services for the Norwegian Government.

Reaching New Heights – USN Horizon’s First Rocket Launch

The student organisation USN Horizon from the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN) has just completed its debut participation in the European Rocketry Challange (EuRoC) in Portugal.

Space Innovation Enables Responsiveness, Resilience and Availability

Innovations in space-based systems are enhancing military abilities to anticipate threats and plan responses with greater speed, effectiveness and precision, writes Christina Aas, Technical Director, SmallSat Systems, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.

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.

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.