OSLO, Norway – Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KDA) has secured a significant contract, valued at NOK2.1 billion (USD193.3 million), to supply its advanced Naval Strike Missile (NSM) system to the Royal Danish Navy (RDN). This procurement will equip Denmark’s Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates with a state-of-the-art surface-to-surface missile capability, replacing the Boeing Harpoon missiles previously donated to Ukraine.

The agreement, announced on March 6th, was expedited through a government-to-government sales agreement between the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) and the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (FMA), highlighting the close defense cooperation between the two nations.

The NSM system, a fifth-generation anti-ship missile, is renowned for its long-range precision-strike capabilities against both maritime and land-based targets, and its ability to penetrate sophisticated enemy air-defense systems. The contract encompasses not only the missile supply but also essential ship-based equipment, comprehensive training, and logistical support, all provided by KDA. Deliveries are scheduled to commence in 2025 and continue through to 2030, ensuring a gradual and effective integration of the new system.

This deal marks the second Norwegian government-to-government sale of the NSM in Europe, following the United Kingdom’s accelerated procurement in 2022. The rapid acquisition underscores the growing demand for advanced naval defense capabilities in the region.

The RDN’s three Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates, which entered service between 2012 and 2014, will now be significantly enhanced with this cutting-edge missile system, strengthening Denmark’s maritime security posture. The NSM's proven effectiveness and advanced technology will provide the RDN with a formidable deterrent and a decisive edge in naval operations.

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