Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace

KONGSBERG is at the forefront of Remote Weapon Systems (#RWS) technology, shaping the future of defence capabilities worldwide 🌍 Over 20.000 PROTECTOR systems have been delivered to 28 nations, solidifying our position as a global leader in RWS solutions. The PROTECTOR family of RWS is adaptable to any mission, whether on land or at sea, offering remote operation of payloads ranging from small caliber weapons to medium caliber automatic cannons. With a legacy of two decades in delivering state-of-the-art RWS, we continue to drive advancements in defence technology, ensuring security for our partners. This includes the major US program Commonly Remotely Operated Weapon Station (#CROWS). CROWS is a US Army Program of Record for acquisition and sustainment of Remote Weapon Stations for all U.S. Army vehicle programs. 🔗 Read more about our Remote Weapon Systems here: https://brnw.ch/21wHdg3 #PROTECTOR #DefenceIndustry #Technology

Innovating satellite services for global maritime monitoring and surveillance 🛰️⭐ KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services have been pioneering the ground segment business since 1968, and have introduced the near real-time concept within operational monitoring services as early as the 1990’s. As a world leader in maritime monitoring and surveillance services, KSAT leverages satellite-based data from various radar and optical services. Providing unbiased, multi-mission, near real-time services, it delivers accurate information to users worldwide in less than 20 minutes from data acquisition. The combination of its extensive ground station network and services is unrivalled in the industry. KSAT is owned equally by Space Norway and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. 🔗 Learn more about KSAT here: https://brnw.ch/21wLazM #KSAT #Satellites #Surveillance

🤝 KONGSBERG signs development contract for Supersonic Strike Missile Thrilled to announce that we have signed a contract with Forsvarsmateriell - Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency for the initial development phase of the new German-Norwegian missile system Supersonic Strike Missile (3SM). The contract value for the first development phase is up to 1.5 billion NOK. Set to be deployed on future vessels from 2035, the Supersonic Strike Missile represents the next generation in missile systems. “Close cooperation between industry, authorities, and research institutions forms the foundation for innovation and job creation, while we maintain our position as a world-leading missile manufacturer," said Eirik Lie, President of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. We have been awarded the contract as the lead industry partner, with significant involvement from German and Norwegian industry. KONGSBERG, Diehl Defence and MBDA Deutschland have formed a partnership to carry out the development. The Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (Forsvarets forskningsinstitutt - FFI) and Nammo AS will also contribute to the project. 🔗 Read the full press release here: https://brnw.ch/21wL8we #3SM #MissileTechnology #DefenceIndustry

Detecting oil spills with satellite images and near real-time situational awareness system 🛰 Oil spills in the ocean have a huge impact on economies and ecosystems. Spills are devastating to marine life and coastal communities, often taking a lot of time and resources to clean up. While only big spills get news headlines, small spills happen more frequently and can be just as detrimental to the environment. Thousands of spills leak into the ocean worldwide each year and cause damage to life around them. Kongsberg Norcontrol, in cooperation with KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services, has developed an online maritime domain awareness system called cView used by maritime authorities around the world for surveillance and traffic management. A feature in this system allows the operator to integrate near real-time satellite images to detect and analyze oil spills quickly and efficiently. Learn more about the system here: https://brnw.ch/21wGMvy 📸: ESA/ATG medialab #oilandgas #surveillance #satellite

Leadership with an important social mission 🌍 Do you wish to contribute to making a difference in society through an important mission? Then you share the same enthusiasm as our 300 skilled department managers. We are growing rapidly and are employing 100 new leaders in the coming years to continue our success story. As a department manager at Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, you gain an added dimension: the chance to contribute to our vital societal mission. Leading teams in the development and production of critical technology and products, you play a direct role in enhancing both national and international security and defence capabilities, in line with today's heightened demands and priorities. 🔗 Do you have a passion for leadership? Secure yourself a spot on the team: https://brnw.ch/21wL7ei #DepartmentManager #Joinus #ProtectingPeopleandPlanet

📢 Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce a new contract with Avinor to deliver Kongsberg Digital Towers to seven additional Norwegian airports! ✈️🏔️ These innovative installations will enable remote control of air traffic from Avinor's operations center in Bodø, ensuring efficiency and safety. The airports set to benefit include Båtsfjord, Vadsø, Sørkjosen, Sandane, Mosjøen, Ørsta Volda, and the new Mo i Rana airport, with operations starting in 2027. An eighth installation will also be set up at the new Bodø Airport by 2029. This expansion highlights the success of the Remote Towers (RT) program, which has already proven highly effective. Avinor's commitment to enhancing air traffic management across Norway is commendable, and KONGSBERG is proud to be a part of this journey. 🔗 Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/de-FTjBB #Avinor #RemoteTowers #ProtectingPeopleandPlanet #AirTrafficControl

A century of experience 🚁✈️🔧 Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services AS, a vital component of our Aerostructures & MRO department, specializes in the maintenance, modification, repair, and upgrade of aircraft, helicopters, engines, components, and field equipment. Serving both the Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces and a diverse range of military and civilian clients, KAMS has been a cornerstone in Norway’s aviation sector since 1916. In 2019, KONGSBERG, together with Patria, took a significant step by acquiring KAMS, enhancing our position in the global MRO market. That year also marked the beginning of a strategic partnership with the Norwegian Defence Logistics Organisation (NDLO) to boost maintenance capabilities for military air fleets. With over 470 experts across six locations in Norway, KAMS offers unparalleled MRO services, contributing not only to the longevity of military and civilian aircraft but also to environmental sustainability by extending the life of existing platforms. Read the full article here: https://brnw.ch/21wL5Xj #KAMS #Aerostructures #MRO

The eyes in outer space 🛰️ Several fish stocks around the world are nearing complete collapse. Organized fisheries crime is a major global problem, and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing is now the single biggest threat to the world's most important food source. KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services has developed a unique ship-detection technology that could become the biggest nightmare for pirate fishermen. "All ships at sea today use an automatic tracking system called AIS, which is mandatory for all maritime vessels over 300 tons. The problem with AIS is that vessels can choose to turn the signal off. We then call them a 'dark target'," explains Martin Skedsmo of KSAT. To get around this problem, KSAT can combine AIS signals with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology that can generate high-resolution images of the sea surface regardless of cloud cover or the dark of night. "In addition, new satellites can pick up radio signals from vessels' navigation radar and VHF systems. In some cases, we can also pick up signals from satellite phones. By combining the sensor data, we can see exactly where ships are, including those that have turned off their AIS." Read the full story here: https://brnw.ch/21wL4Ha #KSAT #SAR #Technology #Satellites

Building networks and friendships ⭐ In a period of rapid growth and increased recruitment, effective onboarding processes and networking are crucial for new employees. At Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, we proudly offer a program designed for employees aged 20-33, providing them with opportunities to participate in various events and fostering connections across divisions and departments. Since its establishment in 2015, the number of employees in this age group has grown from just over 100 to 800, highlighting the importance of this initiative for the young professionals in our company. With boundless energy and initiative, 28-year-old Cecilia has led YOUNG@Kongsberg since 2018. “At YOUNG@Kongsberg, we always say if you don’t know anyone, you will get to know someone. We have received exclusively positive feedback, and several people have met their significant others and developed good friendships through the initiative." Read more about our YOUNG concept and Cecilias role in its development: https://brnw.ch/21wL3r7 #YOUNGKongsberg #YOUNGOslofjord #JoinUs

Official reopening of 'Bergseminaret' at Kongsberg Agenda 🤝🎓 The reopening of 'Bergseminaret' marks the start of an exciting collaboration between KONGSBERG and the University of Southeast Norway, Universitetet i Sørøst-Norge. We look forward to filling this historic building with new life, knowledge, and innovation. "The acquisition of the historic building Bergseminaret not only marks the importance of preserving a significant part of Norway's educational history but also a strategic commitment to future innovation and collaboration with USN," says Jan Helge Strøm, project manager at Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. #Bergseminaret #Collaboration #ProtectingPeopleandPlanet