The Norwegian KONGSBERG Defense company secured a $95 million contract to supply Joint Strike Missiles (JSM) for Australia’s F-35A aircraft, enhancing the country’s long-range strike capabilities. Australia joins Norway, Japan, and the United States in adopting the JSM, highlighting its significance in the Pacific region.
The Australian Government also announced plans for a KONGSBERG strike missile factory in Newcastle, strengthening domestic defense production. Kongsberg has been named a Strategic Partner in Australia’s Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise, backed by a $16-21 billion government commitment over the next decade. The company announced today an expansion of its Australian presence with a new AUD 25 million ($16.5 million) facility in Adelaide, supporting defense programs including the Naval Strike Missile, National Advanced Surface to Air Missile System (NASAMS), CORTEX C4 for Protected Mobile Fires, and Protector Remote Weapon Stations. The 2,500 square meter site will focus on strike missiles, air defense systems, and remote weapon stations for the Australian armed forces.
