Overview
- At MSPO 2025, 27 South Korean defense firms showcased systems as the Seoul–Warsaw partnership expanded its industrial scope in Poland.
- Hanwha Aerospace and WB Group formed a 51–49 joint venture to produce CGR-080 guided rockets for Homar-K launchers, with a Polish factory and phased technology transfer.
- Hanwha Ocean pitched its KSS-III Batch II submarine for Poland’s Orka program, valuing the project at about 8 trillion won and offering joint construction, a local maintenance hub, workforce training and a $100 million maritime development fund.
- Company officials said the first KSS-III could be delivered in 2031 with all three by 2033 if a contract is signed this year, underscoring a speed-focused proposal that includes air-independent propulsion, lithium-ion batteries and vertical launch capability.
- Hyundai Rotem highlighted K2PL production in Poland starting in 2026 under PGZ, with potential cooperation in Slovakia, as Polish officials stressed co-development and localization while startups pursue civilian-first paths due to procurement hurdles.