The sessions brought together Hanwha Aerospace representatives and Norwegian companies including Andøya Space, Nammo, Westcontrol, Chemring Nobel, Akkodis, Kitron and T&G. The discussions focused on establishing cooperation frameworks and aligning technical collaboration plans across joint development, co-production and supply chain integration.
The week began with a meeting between Hanwha Aerospace and Andøya Space to address programme coordination and broader cooperation opportunities. This was followed by two days of individual sessions with each partner to define detailed areas of collaboration for the implementation phase.
Billy Boowhan Lee, Head of the PGM Business Group at Hanwha Aerospace, said, “Last week’s meetings demonstrate Hanwha Aerospace’s firm commitment to building lasting partnerships with Norway’s defence industry. Our goal is not only to deliver a world-class capability to the Norwegian Armed Forces, but to ensure meaningful technology cooperation and industrial participation that benefits the Norwegian defence ecosystem.”
Gunnar Jan Olsen, Vice President of Business Development at Andøya Space, said, “We are pleased to have initiated discussions with Hanwha Aerospace and look forward to exploring potential areas of cooperation.” Kristian Kjærås, Manager of Industrial Cooperation and Strategic Partnership at Nammo, added, “We appreciate the productive discussions with Hanwha Aerospace during these meeting sessions and look forward to developing meaningful partnerships and collaborative projects together.”
Hanwha Aerospace said the Chunmoo Gungnir system, selected by Norway as its next-generation Long Range Precision Fire System, represents a significant defence cooperation programme between South Korea and Norway. The company identified industrial cooperation as a core element of the programme, aimed at establishing a sustainable partnership model beyond the initial contract scope.
The agreement follows a deal approved by Norway’s parliament in February under which Hanwha Aerospace will supply the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency with 16 Chunmoo launch vehicles, a precision-guided missile package and integrated logistics support. The contract, valued at $922 million and forming part of a broader $2 billion procurement plan for long-range artillery, builds on earlier cooperation including the delivery of the K9 VIDAR self-propelled howitzer.
Hanwha Aerospace said the selection of Chunmoo reflects requirements for proven capability, extended range, rapid delivery and cost considerations. The contract expands the system’s user base and is intended to contribute to deterrence and military capabilities along NATO’s northern flank, with platforms designed for reliability in Arctic conditions.
The company stated that its partnership with Norway supports long-term investment in the domestic defence industrial base, including localisation of manufacturing, skills development and technology transfer. It added that further initiatives will be launched to support timely delivery and the successful localisation of the Chunmoo system.
