The Norwegian government has placed an order for new NASAMS air defense systems from Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, according to an announcement by Kongsberg. The order is worth $440 million and comes as part of Norway’s efforts to strengthen its air defense. The contract also includes an option for the Norwegian Ministry of Defense to order additional systems. Norway’s Defense Minister, Bjørn Arild Gram, emphasized the importance of air defense for the country’s security and stated that the upgraded NASAMS system will be capable of intercepting various threats. Delivery of the additional systems is expected to begin in 2027.

Kongsberg, a Norwegian company, will also supply Spain with NASAMS air defense systems as part of a separate contract worth approximately €410 million. The Spanish army is implementing a program to enhance its air defense capabilities, which includes the modernization of four NASAMS batteries and the supply of one battery of the latest version of the NASAMS system. The contracts contribute to increased production capacity in the defense industry and address the need for accelerated development of air defense systems in response to the current security situation.

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• The contract includes a fixed-price option for additional air defense systems until January 2025.
• Norwegian Army to receive four fully equipped batteries, with delivery in one year.
• Delivery of additional NASAMS SAMs will start in 2027 due to current production capacity constraints.