Kongsberg Secures F-35 Component Contract Through 2030

Kongsberg Secures F-35 Component Contract Through 2030

Norwegian defense firm Kongsberg has secured a critical contract to supply components for the F-35 fighter jet production Lots 20 to 22, ensuring its role in sustaining the global stealth fighter supply chain through 2030. This deal reinforces Norway’s strategic position in advanced military manufacturing for one of the world's most advanced stealth aircraft programs.

Norwegian defense contractor Kongsberg has been awarded a lucrative contract to deliver critical components for the F-35 fighter jet production Lots 20 through 22, guaranteeing supply continuity until 2030. This contract solidifies Kongsberg's position as a key supplier in the multinational F-35 production program.

The F-35 Lightning II program is a multinational effort led by the United States, involving several major defense powers for production and sustainment. Norway, as a Level 2 partner, plays a vital role supplying high-tech components to the stealth fighter. Previous contracts had already secured Kongsberg’s involvement through Lot 19.

Strategically, this contract extends Norway’s foothold in the F-35 value chain, reinforcing European involvement in a program central to Western air combat dominance. It also demonstrates sustained investment in allied interoperability and advanced manufacturing capabilities for fifth-generation fighter jets.

Kongsberg’s scope under Lots 20-22 includes the manufacture of missile launchers, avionics components, and electronic warfare systems integration hardware. Production volume is expected to meet steady annual demand aligned with the global F-35 production schedule. Financial value of the contract runs into several hundred million dollars, underscoring its scale.

Looking ahead, this contract assures Kongsberg’s continued industrial relevance and access to cutting-edge defense technologies through 2030. It also signals stable support for the F-35 program, which faces increasing scrutiny over cost and production pacing amid global tensions and modernization efforts.