Norwegian supplier of defense systems Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed a contract to deliver naval strike missiles (NSM) and associated installed equipment to Denmark in a transaction valued at NOK 2.1 billion (approximately $193.5 million).
As disclosed, the acquisition process is structured as a government-to-government (G2G) sale between the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) and the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (FMA). Kongsberg signed a contract with FMA.
DALO is, reportedly, acquiring the missiles and equipment for its Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates.
Eirik Lie, President of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, said: “We are pleased to welcome Denmark to the group of countries that have selected the NSM, underpinning its position as the anti-ship missile of choice for Nato navies.”
Per Pugholm Olsen, Commanding General of DALO, commented: “This government-to-government agreement with Norway is a prime example of an efficient way to procure equipment quickly and smartly. The missiles are a state-of-the-art replacement for the Harpoons that have served their purpose in Ukraine, and with this acquisition, we are significantly strengthening the Royal Danish Navy’s combat capability in a key area.”
Gro Jære, Director of the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency, stated: “We were tasked to carry out this sale earlier this winter, and have successfully concluded the agreement in record time. This helps Denmark gain access to modern missiles from the Norwegian defence industry and demonstrates our ability to efficiently facilitate such agreements with our international partners.”
According to Kongsberg, Denmark has become the 14th country to select the NSM, joining the navies of Norway, Poland, Malaysia, Germany, the U.S., Romania, Canada, Australia, Spain, the UK, the Netherlands, Belgium and Latvia.
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