South Korea’s Hanwha begins production of wheeled K9 howitzer, with first tests set for early 2026
Hanwha Defense USA has announced that a wheeled version of its K9 Thunder howitzer is now in production and scheduled for testing in early 2026.
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Norway signs third contract with Hanwha Aerospace for 24 additional K9 artillery systems
Hanwha Aerospace has signed a third contract with the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) for the supply of 24 additional K9 VIDAR self-propelled howitzers.
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DALO Industry Days: Hanwha Aerospace targets Northern European markets with K9 howitzer, Chunmoo MLRS
Hanwha Aerospace is unveiling a portfolio of defence systems designed for Northern Europe’s security needs at DALO Industry Days, Scandinavia’s largest defence exhibition.
Norway: K9 VIDAR howitzers fulfil delivery, budget, and performance expectations
The Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI) has released its evaluation of Project 5447, which involved procuring the K9 VIDAR 155mm artillery system to replace the ageing M109 units.
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Hanwha plans expansion into Canadian market with submarines, howitzers, and MLRS systems
Hanwha Aerospace will participate in CANSEC 2025 in Ottawa, Canada, on 28–29 May, presenting a full range of in-production and in-service defence solutions.
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South Korea offers K9 Thunder artillery system as key option for Canada’s land forces modernisation
South Korea is promoting its K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzer as a central component of Canada’s ongoing military modernisation, presenting it as a strong alternative to American-made systems.
Largest-ever K9 User Club meeting opens in Poland to strengthen global artillery cooperation
The K9 “Thunder” is the world’s most widely deployed 155mm/52-calibre self-propelled howitzer, with over 1,800 units in active service.
Norway plans to acquire 24 additional K9 self-propelled howitzers from Hanwha Aerospace
Norway will nearly double its fleet of K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzers in a new arms deal with South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace, as part of a broader effort to reinforce the country’s defence in response to growing security concerns.
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Hanwha Aerospace secures USD 253 million deal for additional K9 Vajra-T howitzers for India
South Korean defence manufacturer Hanwha Aerospace has signed a new USD 253 million contract with India’s Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to supply components for 100 more K9 Vajra-T self-propelled howitzers.
Hanwha Aerospace confirms plans to build defence production facility in Romania
South Korean defence manufacturer Hanwha Aerospace is planning to build a production facility in Romania’s southern Dâmbovița County, according to Romanian media reports.
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Hanwha delivers First AS9 howitzers and AS10 vehicles to the Australian Armed Forces
Hanwha Defence Australia has delivered the first units of its AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzers to the Australian Army.
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Norway acquires precision artillery ammunition for K9 VIDAR howitzers from the United States
Norway has signed an agreement with the United States to procure advanced artillery ammunition aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the Army’s artillery systems.