Defence & Space

Eurosatory 2026: Mehler Systems Offers Armor Packages for STEYR Tractors

At the Eurosatory 2026 exhibition in Paris, scheduled for June 15-19 this year, German group Mehler Systems and Austrian company STEYR are…

2026-06-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

Eurosatory 2026: Polish Armaments Group Is the Change – Interview with Vice President Jan Grabowski

During the Eurosatory 2026 trade fair in Paris, the editorial team of the MILMAG portal interviewed Mr. Jan Grabowski, Vice President…

2026-06-17 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 10 minutes

ICEYE Federation: How Can the Effectiveness of National Satellite Constellations Be Increased?

In recent years, ICEYE has been increasingly developing its portfolio of services aimed at military customers. This European company, which builds satellites…

2026-06-17 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 14 minutes

MSBS Grot: A Polish firearm with its own DNA

The MSBS Grot is a family of carbines and rifles developed by Polish engineers, the military, and users who gradually shaped its…

2026-06-14 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 12 minutes

Tragic Crash of B-52H Bomber at Edwards Air Force Base

Shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California, an American Boeing B-52H Stratofortress strategic bomber crashed. All eight crew…

2026-06-16 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

“We are focusing on crucial systems”, an interview with Yoav Tourgeman, Rafael President & CEO

During the Eurosatory 2026 trade fair in Paris, the MILMAG Portal Editorial Team interviewed the president and CEO of the Israeli…

2026-06-16 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 7 minutes

Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz cooperate on unmanned systems programs

German companies Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in integrating electronic warfare and signals…

2026-05-13 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Artificial Intelligence to Help Polish Interior Ministry Services Fight Fires and Crime, and Protect Borders

Artificial intelligence will help services subordinate to the Ministry of the Interior and Administration fight fires and crime, and protect borders.…

2026-05-08 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Eurosatory 2026: Mehler Systems Offers Armor Packages for STEYR Tractors

At the Eurosatory 2026 exhibition in Paris, scheduled for June 15-19 this year, German group Mehler Systems and Austrian company STEYR are…

2026-06-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

Eurosatory 2026: Polish Armaments Group Is the Change – Interview with Vice President Jan Grabowski

During the Eurosatory 2026 trade fair in Paris, the editorial team of the MILMAG portal interviewed Mr. Jan Grabowski, Vice President…

2026-06-17 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 10 minutes

Eurosatory 2026: Mehler Systems Offers Armor Packages for STEYR Tractors

At the Eurosatory 2026 exhibition in Paris, scheduled for June 15-19 this year, German group Mehler Systems and Austrian company STEYR are…

2026-06-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

Eurosatory 2026: Polish Armaments Group Is the Change – Interview with Vice President Jan Grabowski

During the Eurosatory 2026 trade fair in Paris, the editorial team of the MILMAG portal interviewed Mr. Jan Grabowski, Vice President…

2026-06-17 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 10 minutes

SAFE: Romania’s Ministry of Internal Affairs orders Airbus H160 and H145 helicopters

Under the EU’s SAFE loan program, Romania’s Ministry of Internal Affairs has ordered 12 multi-role helicopters from the European company…

2026-06-11 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

200 Days of Operation Horyzont in Poland: Territorial Defence Forces Support Critical Infrastructure Security Day and Night

June 9 marks 200 days since the launch of Operation Horyzont, which is being carried out by soldiers of the Polish Armed…

2026-06-09 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Tragic Crash of B-52H Bomber at Edwards Air Force Base

Shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California, an American Boeing B-52H Stratofortress strategic bomber crashed. All eight crew…

2026-06-16 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

“We are focusing on crucial systems”, an interview with Yoav Tourgeman, Rafael President & CEO

During the Eurosatory 2026 trade fair in Paris, the MILMAG Portal Editorial Team interviewed the president and CEO of the Israeli…

2026-06-16 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 7 minutes

F-35 flyover over Poland: Not just air shows and political battles

The sight of F-35s over successive Polish cities attracts public interest, and that is hardly surprising. For many people, this…

2026-06-13 | Sławek Zagórski | 5 minutes

U.S. under secretary of state for arms control and international security visits Poland

Secretary of State at the Polish Ministry of National Defense Paweł Zalewski met with U.S. Under Secretary of State for Arms…

2026-06-13 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

ICEYE Federation: How Can the Effectiveness of National Satellite Constellations Be Increased?

In recent years, ICEYE has been increasingly developing its portfolio of services aimed at military customers. This European company, which builds satellites…

2026-06-17 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 14 minutes

ILA Berlin 2026: Rafael and Reflex Aerospace form strategic partnership on smart space solutions

Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Germany’s Reflex Aerospace announced a strategic partnership at ILA Berlin 2026, presenting a new class of…

2026-06-11 | Redakcja | 4 minutes
Shooting

MSBS Grot: A Polish firearm with its own DNA

The MSBS Grot is a family of carbines and rifles developed by Polish engineers, the military, and users who gradually shaped its…

2026-06-14 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 12 minutes

Direct Action Invites You to Eurosatory 2026

Eurosatory 2026 will once again bring together leading defence‑industry manufacturers in one place, showcasing the latest technological advancements. Direct Action, a top-tier…

2026-06-12 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

KJI K950 Carbon – a tripod for discerning shooters

The concept of tripods in shooting has firmly taken root in shooters’ minds. The idea of using tripods began to take shape during…

2026-06-11 | Jarosław Lis | 10 minutes

S&B IR-DIM Tracer – tracer ammunition visible only through night vision

Sellier & Bellot offers tracer ammunition visible only through night vision. IR-DIM gives users equipped with NV devices the advantages…

2026-06-08 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Direct Action Invites You to Eurosatory 2026

Eurosatory 2026 will once again bring together leading defence‑industry manufacturers in one place, showcasing the latest technological advancements. Direct Action, a top-tier…

2026-06-12 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Helikon-Tex Apex Lightweight Combat Shirt now available

The Apex Lightweight Combat Shirt from Helikon-Tex, presented at Enforce Tac 2026, is now available. Made entirely from breathable synthetic fabric,…

2026-06-03 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Polish team wins King of 2 Miles 2026 competition

Jakub Sidorowicz as the shooter and Rafał Rutkowski as the spotter won the demanding King of 2 Miles long-range competition in France, scoring two…

2026-05-12 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

This Year’s Spring Delta Long Range Weekend Concludes

Another edition of the Delta Long Range Weekend has concluded. Long-range shooting enthusiasts met at the Military Institute of Armament Technology…

2026-05-11 | Grzegorz Sobczak | 4 minutes

MSBS Grot: A Polish firearm with its own DNA

The MSBS Grot is a family of carbines and rifles developed by Polish engineers, the military, and users who gradually shaped its…

2026-06-14 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 12 minutes

Hubertus Pro to supply new shotguns for the Polish Armed Forces

Warsaw-based company Hubertus Pro will supply shotguns to Military Unit 4101 in Lubliniec and the Military Gendarmerie, with the total value of…

2026-06-05 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Mantis TitanX now available at the Strefa Celu store

Strefa Celu (Jammas) announces the arrival of advanced Mantis TitanX training devices, which, taking the form of a Glock pistol replica…

2026-04-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Delta Long Range Weekend 2026 coming on May 9

This year’s edition of Delta Long Range Weekend will take place on May 9. Do you shoot mid-range, long-range, or extreme long-range? Test…

2026-03-16 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Growth in Firearm Permits in Poland Continues in 2025

The National Police Headquarters has released a report on firearm permits in Poland in 2025. The number of shooters continues to increase, with nearly 45,000…

2026-02-06 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

Poland: Temporary Ban on Carrying Firearms in Warsaw on November 11, 2025

Minister Marcin Kierwiński has instructed the security services to take measures ensuring safety during the Independence March in Warsaw and other events…

2025-10-30 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

5 Best Value ATN Rifle Scopes Under €1500

ATN is a leading manufacturer of daytime optics, smart night vision, and thermal vision technology. The innovative features and ergonomic designs…

2022-11-11 | Redakcja | 9 minutes

MILMAG Visits Grand Power

Grand Power is a Slovak manufacturer of the acknowledged good quality firearms. Take part in our guided tour with English subtitles.

2022-05-23 | Redakcja | 1 minutes

KJI K950 Carbon – a tripod for discerning shooters

The concept of tripods in shooting has firmly taken root in shooters’ minds. The idea of using tripods began to take shape during…

2026-06-11 | Jarosław Lis | 10 minutes

KJI Mag Series – Alternative Rifle Tripod Mounting Systems That Make Shooting Easier

We recently wrote about KJI and its new products in connection with SHOT Show 2026. This time, we’re taking a closer look at a line…

2026-02-17 | Mariusz Piwowar | 5 minutes

EOTECH Holographic Sight – History, Technology, Practice

The holographic sight is a device known for nearly 30 years and used by professionals around the world. A favorite sight of many…

2024-09-02 | Michał Gaweł | 12 minutes

Estonia Orders Additional K239 Chunmoo Launchers

Estonia’s Ministry of Defence has ordered three additional K239 Chunmoo multiple rocket launchers from South Korean company Hanwha Aerospace, which will join the six already under contract.

On Monday, May 11, 2026, the Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI, Kaitseministeerium), under Estonia’s Ministry of Defence, signed an amendment to its agreement with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), acting on behalf of Hanwha Aerospace, for the delivery of three additional K239 Chunmoo multiple rocket launchers. They will join the six already under contract. Deliveries of the first launchers will begin in the second half of 2027.

Photo: Hanwha Aerospace

Aneks jest następstwem umowy międzyrządowej z 21 grudnia 2025 za około 290 mln EUR, która obejmowała sześć wyrzutni K239 Chunmoo wraz z pakietem amunicji kierowanej CGR-080, CTM-MR i CTM-290, a także wsparciem operacyjnym i szkoleniowym. Zamiar pozyskania koreańskiego systemu ogłoszono 23 października 2025.

Dzięki temu kolejnemu zamówieniu estońska współpraca przemysłowo-obronnaz Hanwha obejmuje teraz zarówno 36 samobieżnych haubic K9EST Kõu kal. 155 mm, jak i 9 wieloprowadnicowe wyrzutnie rakietowych K239 Chunmoo. Ich uzupełnieniem będzie 9 amerykańskich wyrzutni M142 HIMARS (6 już dostarczono, a w planach jest łącznie 12 zestawów) i 12 francuskich CAESAR Mk1 6×6, z których pierwsze już są w kraju.

Poza Polską (która zamówiła 290 wyrzutni), system K239 Chunmoo trafił na eksport do Zjednoczonych Emiratów Arabskich (12 egz.) na podstawie umowy z 2017 oraz Arabii Saudyjskiej (liczba nieznana, dostawy potwierdzono w 2023). Ostatnio 12 wyrzutni zamówiła Norwegia. System jest obecnie oferowany w Malezji, Szwecji (gdzie kontrofertą jest HIMARS) oraz Iraku.

K239 Chunmoo wyposażona jest w dwa zasobniki rakietowe, które mogą pomieścić cztery rodzaje rakiet kierowanych, a także niekierowanych kal. 131 mm (36 pocisków). W przypadku amunicji kierowanej, w każdym zasobniku mieści się, w zależności od stosowanego efektora: 6 kierowanych rakiet kalibru 239 mm CGR-080 o zasięgu 80 km albo 1 kierowany pocisk balistyczny kalibru 600 mm CTM-290 o zasięgu 290 km (w przypadku tego drugiego nowy pocisk CTM-X o zwiększonym zasięgu na potrzeby eksportowe).

Kolejne zamówienia systemów Hanwha przez Estonię opierają się na doświadczeniu w zakresie szybkich dostaw, jakości produktów i niezawodności, zdobytym dzięki kolejnym zamówieniom na K9 i kontraktowi na Chunmoo z grudnia 2025.H

Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur said:

From the perspective of military capability, artillery rocket systems are of invaluable importance, which is why we are constantly seeking opportunities to expand our arsenal. The contract for three additional Chunmoo systems not only represents a significant capability development but also reflects our increasingly active and effective cooperation with our South Korean partners. This cooperation will not remain limited to military capability development alone, as Hanwha Aerospace will reinvest a significant portion of the total contract value back into the Estonian economy.

At the end of last year, we signed a contract with our South Korean partners for the acquisition of six launchers, rockets, and training support. With the contract signed, we will receive three additional launchers, further enhancing our precision strike capability,” said Janari Kasemets, Category Manager for Combat Platforms at the ECDI.

Jae-il Son, President and CEO of Hanwha Aerospace, said:

This follow-on order enables us to further contribute to strengthening Estonia’s defense capabilities and defense-industrial ecosystem. Building on this momentum, we will continue to expand our footprint across the Baltic and Nordic regions, and to broaden our land systems portfolio in strategic partnership with Estonia.

Under the framework agreement, Hanwha Aerospace will also invest in Estonia’s defense industry in accordance with the agreed scope and terms. Under the agreement, the company will invest one-fifth of the total procurement contract value in Estonia’s industry. The initial investment is expected to generate 40–60 million EUR for Estonian defense companies over ten years.

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