Hanwha's Three Defense Units to Join "DSEI 2025"
"Swift Response to NATO's Power Demand"
Showcasing K9 Self-Propelled Howitzer, MCS, and Cheonmu
Hanwha is unveiling a customized defense portfolio aimed at targeting the "defense bloc" trend in Europe. The company's strategy is to swiftly address Europe's power vacuum caused by the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war and to support the readiness of NATO and its allied countries by providing proven weapon systems and advanced solutions.
Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems, and Hanwha Ocean, the three Hanwha defense companies, participated in the global defense exhibition DSEI held in London, UK, from the 9th (local time) to the 12th. The Hanwha exhibition hall features products optimized for the European battlefield environment, including the K9 self-propelled howitzer, Cheonmu guided missile, and Modular Charge System (MCS). Hanwha
On September 9, Hanwha announced its participation in "DSEI 2025," an exhibition held at ExCeL London in the United Kingdom. This exhibition is one of Europe's leading defense industry events, and this year it features 1,600 companies from over 90 countries. Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems, and Hanwha Ocean, the three Hanwha defense companies, have set up a 210-square-meter integrated booth at the event.
At this exhibition, Hanwha is showcasing weapon systems optimized for the European battlefield environment, including the K9 self-propelled howitzer, the Cheonmu multiple launch rocket system, and the Modular Charge System (MCS). Hanwha is highlighting that the K9, currently operated by six NATO member countries-Poland, Finland, Estonia, Romania, Norway, and Turkiye-has demonstrated both reliability and interoperability. In a situation where the Russia-Ukraine war has reaffirmed the need for long-range precision strike capabilities, the Cheonmu system is being presented as a solution to fill Europe's firepower gap. The MCS is being promoted for its ability to extend range and improve firepower efficiency, as well as its capability to reliably supply charges that meet NATO standards, enabling immediate use in allied operational environments.
Hanwha plans to go beyond simple weapons exports by contributing to supply chain reinforcement, job creation, and the development of the industrial ecosystem through a localization strategy that includes local production and maintenance. The localization strategies in Poland, Australia, and Romania are cited as representative examples.
A Hanwha Aerospace official stated, "European defense customers are looking for partners who can strengthen not only their weapons procurement but also their domestic industrial base and force maintenance capabilities. Hanwha will contribute to enhancing European security through proven weapon systems and localization strategies."
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