French Rafale fighter jets conduct joint operations with Norwegian F-35s from Ørland Air Base
Several French Rafale fighter jets operated from Ørland Air Base last week as part of a four-day training mission.
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Nordic defence ministers agree to build joint air operations capability across the region
Finnish Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen hosted a meeting of Nordic defence ministers in Helsinki on 12 November 2025.
Nammo signs agreement with Ukrainian partner to expand ammunition production and supply chain
Nordic defence firm Nammo has signed a letter of intent with a Ukrainian industrial partner to expand cooperation in ammunition production and supply.
Norway and NHIndustries reach €375 million settlement to conclude dispute over NH90 helicopters
NHIndustries SAS will take back nine NH90 helicopters from Norway and pay €305 million in compensation, concluding a long-running dispute over delayed deliveries and underperformance of the aircraft.
Norway signs €85 million contract with Kongsberg for latest NASAMS air defence components
The Norwegian government has signed a contract worth approximately €85 million with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to acquire additional NASAMS air defence components.
Six Robotics delivers first Valkyrie drone swarm to Norwegian Army, advancing autonomous defence
The Norwegian Army has officially received its first Valkyrie drone swarm system, developed by Six Robotics in partnership with the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI).
Norway unveils industry strategy for Type 26 frigate procurement to strengthen defence sector
Norway unveils strategy for new frigates: boosting maritime defence and national industry.
Kongsberg opens new 5,000 m² F-35 maintenance depot in Rygge to boost Norway’s defence capability
Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services has officially opened a new F-35 maintenance facility in Rygge, southeastern Norway.
Kongsberg and Andøya Space sign MoU to boost Norway’s role in space, drone and C4ISR sectors
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Andøya Space have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation in areas of strategic importance to Norway and its allies.
NATO opens new Combined Air Operations Centre in Bodø to strengthen defence across High North and Arctic
NATO has officially opened a new Combined Air Operations Centre (CAOC) in Bodø, Norway, expanding the Alliance’s ability to lead and coordinate air operations across the Nordic region, Arctic, and wider Euro-Atlantic area.
Norwegian Prime Minister visits U.S. submarine base, emphasises cooperation and High North security
On Sunday, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre visited the US. Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut.
United States approves Norway’s requests to purchase bombs and torpedoes worth up to $275 million
On 15 and 17 September, the US Department of State announced the approval of two Norwegian requests concerning the potential purchase of American-made aerial armaments for aircraft and helicopters.