Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace

Close collaboration with the Armed Forces is a cornerstone of our operations, and we recently had the pleasure of welcoming several key leaders to Kongsberg. "Visits from the branch chiefs provide us with valuable insights and knowledge sharing, which are essential for developing the best products. We are in a time of rapid change, where innovation and development are happening at a pace that challenges us to think smarter and act faster,” said our President Eirik Lie. The visit included a tour of our production site, highlighting strong interest in NASAMS, and ended at Nexus – the world’s most advanced missile production facility. “It is important to understand how we can collaborate more effectively with our strategic partner, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, to contribute to the development of technology and systems used by Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces. The visit provided a deeper understanding of the needs of both parties in the continued cooperation, as we grow and develop in the years ahead,” says Chief of the Royal Norwegian Air Force, Øivind Gunnerud. In a constantly changing security landscape, ongoing evolution and collaboration are key to meeting future challenges. #Collaboration #DefenceIndustry #ProtectingPeopleandPlanet

We’ve recently signed an agreement with local Kongsberg-based company Kodyna to supply the ammunition handling system for our Medium Calibre Turret (MCT-30). This partnership highlights the value of working with local businesses while supporting global defence programmes. Kodyna AS has spent several years developing and qualifying the ammunition handling system, which has now successfully passed extensive testing in both Norway and the United States. Series deliveries will be completed this year, with shipments heading to Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace Inc. in the US for integration into the United States Marine Corps' new amphibious vehicle. “As a growing company, we highly value the trust and collaboration established with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and consider this contract a significant recognition of our expertise and delivery capabilities in large international projects,” said Tomas Wamstad, CEO-Partner in Kodyna. Looking forward to continuing this great collaboration. #Collaboration #DefenceIndustry #SupplyChain

Today marks the three-year anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. At Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, we are proud to have supported the country with air defence and anti-drone systems to protect people and critical infrastructure from aerial attacks. We have also conducted training of personnel and prepared F-16 fighter jets for combat. So far, equipment has been delivered through donations by Norway and allied nations. Today, we are also in dialogue with Ukrainian industry about strengthening our support in the country. On this day we want to pay tribute to the Ukrainian people, who are fighting a fierce battle both for their own country and for freedom and democracy in Europe. 📷 Torbjørn Kjosvold / Forsvaret #SlavaUkraini

Strengthening local industry through reliable partnerships 🤝 We have recently signed a new order with Kitron Group for the delivery of electronics for the Joint Strike Missile. We are proud to work with skilled suppliers like Kitron, whose expertise is vital in developing technologies that enhance safety and security. Through partnerships built on trust and competence, we drive innovation while contributing to local industry and long-term value creation. With decades of experience in electronics manufacturing, Kitron delivers high-quality solutions and maintains a strong local presence, making them a valued part of our supply chain. #DefenceIndustry #SupplyChain #Technology

Kongsberg Satellite Services signs framework agreement with NASA Since 2019, KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services has been a key provider of ground station services for NASA’s next-generation satellites. Under this new agreement, KSAT will support NASA’s Near Space Network (NSN), enabling critical communication between spacecraft and Earth. The NSN will play an essential role as NASA prepares for future missions to the Moon, helping ensure continuous and reliable data links throughout the journey. As a world leader in ground station services, KSAT provides reliable and secure communications between satellites and Earth. With more than 360 antennas worldwide – including 160 on Svalbard – KSAT offers extensive global coverage and rapid data access. The company is jointly owned by Space Norway and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. "I am very pleased that NASA has chosen KSAT as their partner and provider of ground communication services, continuing a legacy of 25 years of trust in supporting scientific missions in low Earth orbit," said KSAT President and CEO, Rolf Skatteboe. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with NASA and supporting upcoming missions 🌍 #SpaceExploration #NearSpaceNetwork #SatelliteCommunications NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

“K-tech is our training engine and will remain so for many years to come. They deliver high-quality skilled workers who help safeguard the competitiveness of Norwegian industry,” says Terje Bråthen, Executive Vice President Aerostructures & MRO, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. In 2008, we joined forces with TechnipFMC and GKN Aerospace Norway AS to establish a new and innovative education centre 🧠💡 As a certified apprenticeship provider in no less than 15 different trades, K-tech AS offers classroom and laboratory instruction to ensure that theoretical learning objectives in the curriculum are met. "Our model is based on the Norwegian 2+2 apprenticeship system, where two years of schooling are followed by two years of on-the-job training. This provides apprentices with a unique opportunity to gain broad experience and access to expertise that individual companies often cannot offer alone," explains Stein Sandvold, General Manager of K-tech. 🔗 Click here to read more about K-tech: https://brnw.ch/21wQLJP #Ktech #Apprenticeship #JoinUs

This year’s Munich Security Conference was a great opportunity to connect with political leaders, defence forces and industry peers on the main topics of the day: - Europe needs to step up and speed up efforts to support Ukraine - Greater collaboration between governments and private Industry can help achieve the needed ramp-up - What does industry need? Long-term commitments from nations remain key to unlocking the potential  - How can industry support? Fewer platforms and standards will help achieve scale and synergies - Direct engagement in Ukraine is critical to ensure the country can better sustain some of its defence requirements   At Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace we will continue to work with partners, suppliers, armed forces and governments to support common objectives and achieve our company goals. We continue to ramp up production with new manufacturing and assembly facilities in Europe, Australia and the US. We’re also in direct dialogue with Ukrainian industry about collaborating to increase production in the country. #MSC2025

As the 61st Munich Security Conference starts today we’re looking forward to engaging in high-level debates on the key foreign and security policy challenges of our time. The MSC 2025 comes at a pivotal moment of change, with: - A new US administration in office - A new cycle of European legislature in Brussels - German parliamentary elections just a week after the conference - And the future of the war in Ukraine at the top of the agenda Geir Håøy and Eirik Lie are heading Kongsberg’s presence in Munich. Together with hundreds of decision-makers and opinion leaders from different regions of the world they will discuss the world's security policy challenges, the future of the transatlantic partnership, Europe’s role in the world and much more. 👀 Want to follow the action? A livestream of some of the events will be posted on the MSC website: https://brnw.ch/21wQH6U #MSC2025 #MSC #Security

Take your career one step further ⭐ Norwegian industry is undergoing a transformation, creating a strong demand for leaders with expertise in production management. To address this need, Universitetet i Sørøst-Norge and KONGSBERG took action in 2024 by launching a new programme in production and operations management. The one-year programme, called Executive Operations Management, is designed for skilled workers, engineers, and professionals with relevant experience who seek leadership development in production and operations management. A career at Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace offers growth and learning opportunities at every level. We collaborate with educational institutions nationwide to support knowledge sharing, continuing education, and professional development. 🔗 Click here to read more: https://brnw.ch/21wQGKK #EOM #Career #Development

💡 Did you know that our Kongsberg Digital Tower systems has a unique and open architecture that is flexible and adaptable to future needs and enhancements? Our remote towers are built on many years of experience with integrated solutions and applications. This leads to a flexible, open, and service-oriented integration platform that ensures reliable real-time communication at the operator's table. The system has a design that can tailor the user interfaces and collaborate with local suppliers to ensure full compatibility with systems that are already in place. The Kongsberg Digital Towers system is a proven system with very low bandwidth requirements, capable of transferring high quality images over long distances. Designed and engineered from top to bottom to deliver exceptional performance and draws on decades of operational excellence and research. 🔗 Click here to read more about Kongsberg Digital Towers: https://brnw.ch/21wLvk5 #DigitalTower #Aviation #Technology