Kongsberg Gruppen (KONGSBERG) has signed a contract worth about NOK 3.5 billion for the delivery of Joint Strike Missiles to Germany. In June 2025, Germany became the fifth country to select the JSM for its F-35 fighter jets. Now the German federation has signed a contract for further deliveries of the missiles.
“The new order shows the importance of JSM for F-35, where Germany has started building up its readiness level of the missiles,” said Øyvind Kolset, Executive Vice President, KONGSBERG and head of the Missiles and Aerostructures division.
The contract is structured as a government sale between Norway and Germany, with Norway’s Defence Material Agency (NDMA) acting as contract partner. Germany was the fifth country to select the JSM alongside existing customers Norway, Japan, Australia and the US.
“This agreement is another example of the strong bonds between KONGSBERG and Germany, where we are engaged in a range of projects with local partners,” said Eirik Lie, President and Chief Executive Officer of KONGSBERG.
“When Norway and Germany entered into the historic Hansa Agreement earlier this year, the goal was to establish even closer and more operational defence cooperation between our two countries. The JSM agreements show how we are already translating the strategic partnership into concrete capabilities that strengthen both our own defences and NATO,” said Tore O. Sandvik, Norway’s Minister of Defence.
“In addition to delivering strike missiles, combat systems for the 212CD submarines and remote weapon stations, KONGSBERG is developing a new supersonic strike missile with industry partners Diehl Defence and MBDA and we have teamed up with Helsing and other partners to accelerate the realisation of critical European space capabilities,” said Lie.
Kongsberg missile factory construction milestone reached
A ‘topping out’ ceremony was held at the Kongsberg Missile Factory at Astra Aerolab Precinct, Newcastle Airport, marking a major construction milestone for this complex manufacturing and maintenance facility. The topping out ceremony – a long-standing construction tradition – symbolises the building’s construction reaching its highest point and was marked with the installation of a ceremonial tree, representing growth, resilience and the enduring legacy of the project. The project is delivering strong local economic benefits, with 74 per cent of project trade value awarded locally and $36.3 million in local expenditure incurred to date. This reflects significant engagement of local subcontractors and suppliers, supporting jobs and economic activity. Construction will now progress through the final stages ahead of completion in early 2027.
John Fry, Managing Director KONGSBERG Australia said: “The construction of the Kongsberg Missile Factory, the first Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile factory outside of Norway, is on track and well advanced. This milestone reflects the strength of collaboration with our delivery partners. Reaching the highest point of construction is a significant achievement and a testament to the teams on the ground driving this project forward. KONGSBERG Australia will occupy the Kongsberg Missile Factory in Q1 2027.”
Linc Horton, CEO Newcastle Airport said: “Today’s Topping Out highlights the important role Astra Aerolab and the Hunter region plays in supporting Australia’s sovereign defence industry. With the support of our partner Multiplex, we are proud to be developing this facility to support KONGSBERG Australia and the Commonwealth with this nationally significant project.”
David Ghannoum, NSW Regional Managing Director Multiplex said: “We are proud to be delivering this highly secure facility in support of Australia’s defence capabilities. The Kongsberg Missile Factory builds on Multiplex’s global track record in delivering complex, secure government infrastructure, and we look forward to completing the project early next year.”
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