Hanwha Aerospace has shipped a new batch of military equipment to Norway, consisting of four K9 Self-Propelled Howitzers and eight K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicles.
The Norwegian air defence system, NASAMS, is now on standby at Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport in Poland. This marks the beginning of Norway’s contribution to NATO’s Integrated Air and Missile Defence operations.
On December 13, Romania took delivery of three F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft at the 71st "General Emanoil Ionescu" Air Base in Câmpia Turzii.
The delivery brings the total number of F-35s in Norway to 46, with the final six expected to arrive by summer 2025.
Lockheed Martin has announced a collaboration with Norwegian companies to develop cutting-edge technologies for the aviation and defence industries.
The construction of a new ammunition factory by Nammo has officially commenced at Raufoss, marking a significant step in Norway’s efforts to enhance its defence production capabilities.
Norwegian, U.K., and U.S. forces conducted a high-profile military exercise on 3 December in the Arctic, demonstrating the capabilities of fifth-generation aircraft in a challenging, multi-domain environment.
The K9 is a self-propelled howitzer equipped with a 155mm cannon capable of firing shells over distances exceeding 40 kilometres.
Beginning in December 2024, Norwegian forces will protect the airspace over Rzeszów airport, a key transit point for civilian and military supplies destined for Ukraine.
Norway has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine with an expanded and extended Nansen Support Programme.
Kongsberg has signed a contract with the Dutch government to supply NASAMS and NOMADS air defence systems.
Norway has announced a contribution of 500 million Norwegian kroner (approximately EUR 43 million) to support Ukraine’s defence industry.
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