Kongsberg to deliver Joint Strike Missiles to Australia

5 September 2024 – Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has signed a contract with the Commonwealth of Australia to deliver the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) for the F-35A aircraft. The initial contract is worth about NOK 1 billion.

The specific JSM capabilities enhance the advanced F-35A aircraft, creating a formidable capability against land and sea targets, and boosting Australia’s ability to strike targets from long-range.   

“We are pleased that Australia has joined Norway, Japan and the US in selecting the JSM. This is yet another contract that underlines the relevance of JSM in the pacific region.  Australia’s participation will benefit the program and the other user nations through both competence and resources. Finally, the introduction of JSM is another important milestone in our cooperation with Australian authorities to maintain and ultimately produce missiles in Australia,” said Eirik Lie, President of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.

Last week, the Australian Government announced a decision to invest in the construction of a new factory for KONGSBERG strike missiles in Newcastle, Australia.

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