Norwegian defense firm to establish ammo production in Ukraine

In an interview with Euractiv, company president Eirik Lie confirmed the initiative, stating:

“We are now estblishing a company in Ukraine. We are in close discussion with industry in Ukraine to establish a joint venture. The first priority is to increase missile production for our air defence system in Ukraine, based on Ukrainian technology. We are talking about the mass production of missiles, meaning hundreds. We are looking at establishing the joint ventures within months.”

Lie emphasized that Kongsberg envisions a long-term partnership with Ukraine, even beyond the war.

“In the long term, when the war is over, Ukraine can be part of the supply chain providing missiles for air defence systems,” he added.

This collaboration aligns with Ukraine’s broader efforts to expand its domestic defense industry and strengthen its air defense capabilities.