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Ordre verdt MNOK 320 for leveranser til F-35 Joint Strike Fighter

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) har mottatt to ordre med en totalverdi på MNOK 320 for leveranser til F-35 Joint Strike Fighter-programmet. Ordrene sikrer videre produksjon og leveranser av «Air-to-Air Pylons» til Marvin Engineering for produksjonsfase (LRIP) 10, og leveranse av strukturelle deler i kompositt til midtseksjonen («Center Fuselage) av flyet til Northrop Grummans produksjonsfase (LRIP) 11. Ordrene omfatter leveranser av deler til om lag 157 fly. For ytterligere informasjon, kontakt:Terje Bråthen, Executive Vice President, Aerostructures, Kongsberg Defence &

KONGSBERG's Minesniper MkIII conducts successful neutralization of sea mines

Kongsberg Defence Systems` (KONGSBERG) latest generation One-Shot Mine Disposal Weapon System, the Minesniper MkIII, is a result of fifteen years of operational experience and continuous evolution. It represents the latest and most advanced technology within countermeasures of sea mines. The Royal Norwegian Navy (RNoN) has played an active role in the development of the latest generation of the Minesniper System. The Minesniper MkIII has demonstrated its unique capabilities in front of a professional audience. KONGSBERG and the RNoN conducted a successful operation which was concluded by

Raytheon receives first contract to build Naval Strike Missile launchers in the US

Production will occur at Raytheon’s Louisville, Kentucky facility.LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has received an initial contract to produce Naval Strike Missile (NSM) launchers at its production facility here. The deal ushers in U.S. manufacturing of the Norwegian-developed weapon system. Kongsberg Defence Systems awarded the initial contract for qualification units. The award follows a July announcement that Raytheon will produce NSM launchers in the U.S. The company also plans to perform final assembly, integration and test of the Naval Strike Missile at Raytheon’s

KONGSBERG buys 49.9 % of Patria creating a leading Nordic defence partnership

Today, KONGSBERG has entered into an agreement with the Finnish state for the purchase of 49.9 % of the shares in Patria for EUR 272 million. Patria is Finland’s leading defence supplier and owns 50 % of the shares in the Norwegian company Nammo. The partnership will be a leading defence supplier in the Nordics, and a considerable supplier on the European defence market, with total gross revenues of NOK 13.4 billion in 2015.- By forming this industry partnership consisting of KONGSBERG, Patria and Nammo, we’re taking a proactive step to meet the ongoing consolidation in the defence industry.

Kongsberg Renewables Technology launches Kongsberg EmPower

Kongsberg Renewables Technology has developed a new wind farm management system and is now ready to launch it under the name "Kongsberg EmPower". The system is based on Kongsberg Gruppen's broad experience with automation and decision support systems.Kongsberg EmPower is a turbine independent decision support system. It has a functionality that surpasses all other systems for wind farm management and data collection on the market. The system is based on Kongsberg Gruppen's existing technology and products deployed in the defence and maritime sectors as well as offshore oil and gas. "The

Arctic Wind chooses Kongsberg EmPower

Arctic Wind chooses Kongsberg Renewables Technology's newly developed wind farm management system, "Kongsberg EmPower", for monitoring and decision support on the company's wind farm at Havøygavlen. In addition, Kongsberg Renewables Technology will contribute to the development of new operational and maintenance routines at the wind farm.Kongsberg EmPower is a newly developed turbine independent decision support system based on KONGSBERG's broad experience with automation and decision support systems for the defence and maritime sectors as well as offshore oil and gas. It has a

KONGSBERG has won an order for deliveries to F-35 Joint Strike Fighter worth 560 MNOK

Kongsberg Defence Systems (KONGSBERG) has won an order from Lockheed Martin valued at 560 MNOK for deliveries of rudders and vertical leading edges for production lots 9 and 10 (LRIP 9-10) for F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.The contract is a continuation of deliveries from previous production lots (LRIP 3-8) and supports the continued business relationship between KONGSBERG and Lockheed Martin. “This contract demonstrates KONGSBERG’s continued competitiveness of high end manufacturing and represents the first contractual indication that the ramp up of F-35 aircraft delivery rate is now coming.

Norway and Australia to cooperate on Joint Strike Missile-development

The Australian Government Department of Defence and the Norwegian Ministry of Defence today announced they will cooperate on further development of the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) developed by KONGSBERG.Australian Minister for Defence, Mr Kevin Andrews, in a statement from the Australian Ministry of Defence said Australian cooperation on the Norwegian Joint Strike Missile, under development by Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace, would ensure the weapon capability would be available for Air Force’s future fleet of F-35A Joint Strike Fighters. “This agreement builds on the countries’ long-

KONGSBERG to deliver PROTECTOR RWS for the General Dynamics UK SCOUT Specialist Vehicle (SV) Programme

KONGSBERG has signed the production contract with General Dynamics UK, for the delivery of PROTECTOR Remote weapon systems for the SCOUT Specialist Vehicle Programme, valued at GBP 61 million.“It is fantastic to see the efforts and teamwork that developed between KONGSBERG and the General Dynamics UK team during the initial phase of the programme moving forward into the serial production phase. We have delivered systems to the British Forces for several years and we are very proud to be able to continue doing so as part of such an important programme in the UK”, says Mr. Espen Henriksen,

NSM Coastal Defence contract valued at NOK 1,3 Billions with Poland

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has signed a contract with the Polish Ministry of National Defence for an NSM (Naval Strike Missile) Coastal Defence System valued at NOK 1.3 Billion. The scope of delivery is a Squadron-size unit similar to the contract won with Poland in 2008.After a successful delivery and acceptance of the first Squadron, this second Squadron will increase the cooperation with the Polish Government and industry and further enhance security of supply by establishing the capability to maintain the system in Poland in an alliance with WZE (Wojskowe Zakłady

KONGSBERG orders to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter amount to MNOK 460 so far this year

This summer KONGSBERG has signed contracts with Marvin Engineering and Northrop Grumman to a total worth of MNOK 300. Kongsberg Defence Systems (KONGSBERG) has so far this year received orders amounting to MNOK 460 for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme.Among the new contracts is a contract with Marvin Engineering, valued at MNOK 140, for deliveries of Air-to-Air Weapons Pylons for production phases 6, 7 and 8 (LRIP 6-8) of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. The contracts also include new deliveries to LRIP 1-3. Marvin Engineering is Lockheed Martin's main supplier for Weapons Pylons. The

KONGSBERG contracted by US Navy to test NSM from Littoral Combat Ship

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS (KONGSBERG) is contracted by the US Navy to test fire KONGSBERG`s Naval Strike Missile (NSM) from the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) under the Foreign Comparative Testing program. The firing was requested by the US Navy to demonstrate the capability to engage a surface target at a range of 100 nautical miles from an LCS class ship. The test is planned to be conducted during September this year from the USS Coronado, an Independence-class LCS. This demonstration follows a successful NSM live fire event from the Royal Norwegian Navy´s Fridtjof Nansen-class

KONGSBERG signs NOK 280 million JSM contract with the Norwegian Armed Forces

Kongsberg Gruppen (KONGSBERG) has signed a contract with the Norwegian Defence Logistics Organization (NDLO) for part 2 of the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) Phase III development contract announced July 2, 2014.JSM development work has been going on since 2008 and will be a continuous activity up until the completion of a complete product in 2017. This contract comprises production of test missiles, to be used in the integration activities including test equipment. The contract also includes missile testing and qualification to be performed on the F-16 in the 2015 to 2017 period until the F-35

KONGSBERG and AgustaWestland Sign Agreement for Increased Co-operation

Kongsberg Defence Systems (KONGSBERG) and Finmeccanica - AgustaWestland today signed a protocol for extending and increasing co-operation relating to Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) of dynamic components (including various gear boxes) for the NH90 helicopter and a range of AgustaWestland helicopters. The protocol is an overarching agreement outlining the intentions of making KONGSBERG a Centre of Excellence for MRO of dynamic components in Northern Europe. Key elements of the agreement are related to the transfer of technology that includes the establishment of advanced test

Raytheon og Kongsberg inngår samarbeid om Sjømålsmissiler

Farnborough Air Show, (15 juli 2014) — Raytheon Company og Kongsberg Gruppen har inngått en samarbeidsavtale for å markedsføre og levere Joint Strike Missile (JSM) for USA og det internasjonale markedet.Joint Strike Missile er under utvikling for det Norske Forsvaret på et tidspunkt hvor den Amerikanske Marine (US Navy) vurderer kost-effektive løsninger for neste generasjon anti-overflate løsninger. “USA og dets allierte oppnår et nytt og innovativt alternativ innen anti-overflate gjennom denne avtalen,” sier Dr. Taylor Lawrence, Administrerende Direktør i Raytheon Missile Systems. “

Raytheon and Kongsberg team to provide air-launched Offensive Anti-Surface Warfare solutions

Farnborough Air Show, (July 15, 2014) — Raytheon Company and Kongsberg Gruppen have formed a teaming agreement to provide new solutions for the Offensive Anti-Surface Warfare (OASuW) mission. As a centerpiece of the agreement, the companies will develop the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) for air-launched OASuW applications.The Joint Strike Missile is already funded for development for the Royal Norwegian Air Force at a time when the United States Navy is considering cost-effective solutions for next-generation OASuW weapons systems. “The U.S. and its allies gain new and innovative options in

Next Generation Ground Based Air Defence Command and Control capability

Kongsberg Gruppen ASA (KONGSBERG) unveils the next generation GBAD command and control capability at FarnboroughKONGSBERG proudly reveals next generation NASAMS GBAD. A new and some would say futuristic, next generation air defence console is presented to current and potential NASAMS customers at the Farnborough International Air Show. “We perceive we’ve had the competitive edge in the field of GBAD C4I for years already and by introducing this new GBAD capability we continue to stay ahead of our competition”, says Eirik Lie, Executive Vice President, Kongsberg Defence Systems. The

KONGSBERG celebrates its 200th anniversary at Eurosatory 2014

The company can boast the longest industrial history in Norway, with continuous operations since the foundation of the Kongsberg weapons factory in 1814. The anniversary is celebrated at KONGSBERGs largest stand ever at Eurosatory 2014. Throughout 200 years what is now known as KONGSBERG has been an industrial trailblazer in the defence, maritime, oil, gas and aerospace sectors. "There are not many businesses in the world that can boast 200 years of continuous operations, and this is something we are very proud and respectful of. We can look back on a unique and memorable history, and

KONGSBERG displays new trainer for PROTECTOR Medium Caliber Turret

KONGSBERG has provided world class training systems and simulators for four decades to the international market. The company has accumulated a unique experience across the entire training spectrum. KONGSBERGs products span from scalable classroom and stand-alone skill trainers to tactical team trainers and complex training centers. Many of the delivered systems include Computer Based Training, Interactive Maintenance Library and a Learning Management System. One of KONGSBERG’s Gunner Skill Trainers is for the Stabilized, high precision PROTECTOR Medium Caliber Turret-30 Remote (MCT-30)

Norway conducts successful Live Fire – NASAMS demonstrates excellence

NASAMS again demonstrates its unique capabilities in front of an international audience. Several existing and potential users witnessed a successful demonstration which included four AMRAAM missiles fired in both single- and cluster modes at small targets manoeuvring at extremely low to medium altitudes above sea. The Royal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF) is the most experienced NASAMS user and has played an active role in the development of the system. The live fire took place at Andøya Rocket Range in northern Norway as part of an annual exercise using operational materiel. The NASAMS

PROTECTOR MCT-30 unveiling at Eurosatory

KONGSBERG is unveiling the latest PROTECTOR MCT-30 vehicle integration at the Eurosatory exhibition. General Dynamics Land Systems and KONGSBERG will unveil its latest vehicle integration at Eurosatory. The PROTECTOR MCT-30 and LAV integration will be exhibited for the first time in Paris during the exhibition. PROTECTOR MCT-30 provides exceptional lethality at range, growth potential, as well as employment of Air Burst Munitions (ABM). The link-less (ammunition) feeding system, unique to PROTECTOR MCT-30, affords "first round select" as well as reload under armor. "The PROTECTOR

KONGSBERG selected to supply safety, automation and lifecycle simulation technology for Johan Sverdrup field development

Kongsberg Maritime AS (KONGSBERG) has been awarded a Project Specific Agreement including FEED for delivery of Safety and Automation (SAS) systems to the four Johan Sverdrup field platforms by Statoil Petroleum AS.The Project Specific Agreement includes an option for delivery of Safety and Automation Equipment including detail engineering services and commissioning services. The agreement is subject to Statoil final investment decision. The deliveries will be based on Kongsberg Maritime’s proven core SAS technology for Process Control, Power Distribution Control, Process Shutdown,

The Norwegian Government today presented a bill to the Parliament to further development of the Joint Strike Missile (JSM)

The Norwegian Government today presented a bill to the Parliament on the completion of the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) and preparing it for integration to the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). Pending Parliament approval, for KONGSBERG this entails a continuous development and finalization of a complete product in 2017. “We are very pleased that the Government has presented its bill as indicated in the Revised National Budget on May, 14th 2014. A parliament approval means completion of the JSM and preparing the product for the market, says Harald Ånnestad, President of

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