Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Kongsberg, Buskerud
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Since 1814
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace is a Norwegian company headquartered in Kongsberg, Buskerud, founded in 1814. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is privately held. The company makes defence, aerospace, and space systems, including air defence, missile systems, command and control, and remote weapon stations, and serves military, space, and maritime customers. In January 2026, it was awarded a NOK 16 billion contract to deliver Counter-UAS solutions in Poland.
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace at a glance
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1814
Headquarters
Kongsberg, Buskerud
Certifications
AS9100 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Military & Defense
Aerospace
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
212 years in operation (founded 1814).
Holds AS9100, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace is a Norwegian company headquartered in Kongsberg, Buskerud, founded in 1814. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is privately held. The company makes defence, aerospace, and space systems, including air defence, missile systems, command and control, and remote weapon stations, and serves military, space, and maritime customers. In January 2026, it was awarded a NOK 16 billion contract to deliver Counter-UAS solutions in Poland.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1814 |
Headquarters | Kongsberg, Buskerud |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | AS9100 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace makes
The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and lists capabilities in composites, plastic, mold, and gear manufacturing.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Gear, Mold, Plastic, Composite (source: kongsberg.com).
Certifications
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — airframer.com
ISO 14001 — airframer.com
ISO 9001 — airframer.com
Latest developments
2026-10-13 — KONGSBERG to build manufacturing plant in Poland - KONGSBERG - an international technology group (kongsberg.com)
2026-09-29 — Belgium orders NASAMS air defence system from KONGSBERG - KONGSBERG - an international technology group (kongsberg.com)
2026-09-29 — Netherlands expands air defence capacity - KONGSBERG - an international technology group (kongsberg.com)
2026-02-19 — KONGSBERG prepares to invest in Poland - KONGSBERG - an international technology group (kongsberg.com)
2026-01-30 — KONGSBERG wins NOK 16 billion contract to deliver Counter-UAS solutions in Poland - KONGSBERG - an international technology group (kongsberg.com)
2025-12-16 — KONGSBERG acquires Zone 5 and enters development and high-volume production of affordable missiles - KONGSBERG - an international technology group (kongsberg.com)
Facilities
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace is headquartered in Kongsberg, Buskerud. Public sources also reference these locations:
Poland — kongsberg.com
Norway — kongsberg.com
Company details
Recent public reports include a Belgian order for the NASAMS air defence system and an expansion of air defence capacity in the Netherlands, both dated September 2026. Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace was founded in 1814, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Kongsberg, Buskerud. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 212 years in operation (founded 1814). Holds AS9100, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace make?
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace is a Norwegian company headquartered in Kongsberg, Buskerud, founded in 1814. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is privately held. The company makes defence, aerospace, and space systems, including air defence, missile systems, command and control, and remote weapon stations, and serves military, space, and maritime customers. In January 2026, it was awarded a NOK 16 billion contract to deliver Counter-UAS solutions in Poland.
Where is Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace headquartered?
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace is headquartered in Kongsberg, Buskerud (45 Kirkegardsveien, Kongsberg, Buskerud, 3616).
When was Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace founded?
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace was founded in 1814.
How big is Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace?
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees.
What certifications does Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace hold?
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace lists AS9100 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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