SHARD: Nexter introduces new 120mm tank ammunition
France's defence giant Nexter (a company of KNDS) has announced the successful qualification of its SHARD 120mm tank ammunition.
Ukraine significantly increases defence production
Ukraine has announced a tripling of its weapons production in the past year, signaling a major boost in its defence capabilities against the ongoing invasion by Russian forces.
UK to boost Ukraine’s artillery reserves with GBP 245 million munitions package
The UK will spend GBP 245 million throughout the next year to procure and invigorate supply chains to produce urgently needed artillery ammunition for Ukraine.
Rheinmetall to open artillery ammunition factory in Ukraine
German defence company Rheinmetall plans to open an ammunition factory in Ukraine as part of a joint venture with a Ukrainian partner,
Nammo ramps up production of artillery ammunition amid Ukraine war
In a significant move responding to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Nammo, one of Europe's leading artillery ammunition manufacturers, has shifted to round-the-clock production at its facility in Karlskoga, Sweden.
Rheinmetall to build new artillery ammunition plant in Germany
Rheinmetall’s new factory will make it possible to meet the Bundeswehr’s own needs through domestic production and – especially in a crisis – to assure unrestricted transfers to partner nations.
Slovakia orders 155mm artillery ammunition in a EUR 120 million deal
The Slovak Ministry of Defence signed a contract with ZVS Holding for the supply of 155m artillery ammunition for the Zuzana 2 self-propelled howitzers.
Rheinmetall: new plant in Hungary increases European ammunition production capacity
The new Rheinmetall ammunition plant in Hungary is now poised to expand as planned. The second phase of construction started in January 2024.
DALO presents first steps ahead for ammunition production in Denmark
As announced on 7 October 2023, the Danish Ministry of Defence has decided to procure factory facilities at Elling in the northern part of Jutland.
NSPA signs EUR 1.1 billion contracts with KNDS and Junghans Defence for artillery ammunition
"Through our collaborative efforts, we bolster NATO’s deterrence and defence capabilities while paving the way for innovative approaches to replenish stocks of ammunition," says Stacy Cummings, NSPA General Manager.
Thierry Breton: EU is increasing production of ammunition
The European Union plans to increase its ammunition production capacity to at least 1.3 million rounds by the end of the year.
Norwegian government allocates two billion kroner to boost defence industry production
Norwegian government has announced an allocation of an additional two billion kroner to enhance the production capacity of its defence industry.