Rheinmetall to send new generation long-range artillery shells to Ukraine
Papperger emphasized the critical role of artillery in the conflict, noting that while Russia has leveraged heavy artillery fire, […]
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Mobilising artillery – developments, challenges and the Russo-Ukrainian war [LONG READ]
In 2022, Russia fired anywhere from 20 to 60,000 artillery rounds per day in Ukraine, amounting to approximately 12 million artillery rounds fired throughout the year.
Netherlands allocates EUR 200 million for air defence and artillery ammunition for Ukraine
The Netherlands has pledged over EUR 200 million towards new initiatives for the rapid delivery of additional air defence systems and artillery ammunition.
Czech Republic signs first contract for artillery ammunition designated for Ukraine
The Czech Republic has signed a contract to deliver 180,000 artillery shells to Ukraine, as announced by Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala.
NSPA awards major artillery ammunition contract to KNDS France
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has secured a significant contract with KNDS France for the supply of 155mm ammunition.
Spain orders over 100,000 mortar rounds from Rheinmetall
Rheinmetall has received another order from the Spanish government in the higher double-digit million euro range.
Germany to support Armed Forces of Ukraine with 180,000 artillery shells
Germany will fund 180,000 rounds of artillery shells as part of a Czech-led initiative aimed at procuring ammunition for Ukraine.
Latvian defence industry to expand with EU funding for ammunition production
On March 15, European Commission allocated the EUR 500 million foreseen under the European Union defence industry development regulation on supporting ammunition production.
Saab plans to build new production facility in the United States
Saab will build a new advanced manufacturing facility and center of innovation for weapon systems to enhance U.S. munitions production capacity and strengthen the global supply chain.
Rheinmetall receives EUR 130 million from EU to ramp up ammunition production
Rheinmetall receives over EUR 130 million in funding from the European Union to increase the production of ammunition.
Latvia supports Czech ammunition initiative for artillery shells to Ukraine
The Defence Ministries of Latvia and the Czech Republic signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of military-technical assistance to Ukraine.
Nexter to boost artillery ammunition production with European Commission grant
Nexter (KNDS), a leading French defence manufacturer, will significantly increase its artillery ammunition production capabilities, thanks to a grant worth EUR 41 million.