13 days agoKNDS Secures £1 Billion UK Howitzer Contract to Replace AS-90 Systems
KNDS has been awarded a £1 billion contract to deliver 72 remote-controlled RCH 155 howitzers to the British Army, set to commence deliveries in 2028. This contract signals increased modernization efforts within UK military artillery capabilities, potentially creating new partnerships and subcontracting opportunities for defense contractors.
27 days agoGDELS and KNDS Innovate with New NATO Self-Propelled Howitzer
General Dynamics European Land Systems and KNDS-Germany are partnering to create a wheeled self-propelled howitzer that enhances NATO artillery capabilities. This development is likely to attract procurement interest from NATO allies, emphasizing the modern need for mobility, protection, and precision in artillery systems.
46 days agoHanwha Defense USA Invests in Alabama for K9 Howitzer Production Facility
Hanwha Defense USA is establishing a K9 mobile howitzer integration facility in Opelika, Alabama, with an investment exceeding $2 million. This initiative aligns with the U.S. Army's artillery modernization efforts and is expected to create approximately 40 jobs while enhancing domestic production capabilities.