{"id":9265,"date":"2026-09-07T07:33:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T07:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/defence\/9265\/"},"modified":"2026-09-07T07:33:13","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T07:33:13","slug":"hanwha-and-lig-defense-aerospace-head-to-polands-mspo-targeting-europe-with-layered-air-defense","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/defence\/9265\/","title":{"rendered":"Hanwha and LIG Defense & Aerospace Head to Poland\u2019s MSPO, Targeting Europe with Layered Air Defense"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Artist\u2019s \uc0ac\uc9c4 \ud655\ub300 Artist\u2019s rendering of Hanwha\u2019s integrated booth at MSPO 2026 <\/p>\n

South Korean defense companies will participate in Europe\u2019s largest defense exhibition in Poland, showcasing layered air defense solutions.<\/p>\n

According to the defense industry on the 7th, Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems and LIG Defense & Aerospace will participate in the 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO 2026), held in Kielce, Poland, from the 8th to the 11th. About 1,000 defense companies from around 40 countries will take part in the exhibition.<\/p>\n

Hanwha Aerospace and Hanwha Systems will create an integrated 274-square-meter exhibition hall. The centerpiece will be a layered air defense system designed to respond in stages to low-, medium- and high-altitude threats. On display will be the Long-range surface-to-air missile (L-SAM), the H-SHORAD short-range air defense system, the H-Shield counter-drone system capable of both detection and engagement, and a 40mm wheeled unmanned air defense system. These systems use a mix of weapons that can be selected and operated according to the type of threat, and are linked to Hanwha Systems\u2019 command-and-control system (C2) and interceptor drones.<\/p>\n

Hanwha Systems will also introduce Cheongwang, South Korea\u2019s first laser-based air defense weapon to be deployed, along with a 50kW-class mobile laser armored vehicle and a 20kW-class tactical laser vehicle. Laser weapons cost about 2,000 won per shot and can neutralize small targets, including microdrones, within seconds.<\/p>\n

Hanwha Aerospace will present an integrated ammunition package featuring the K9A2, an upgraded version of the K9 self-propelled howitzer, as well as a 155mm trajectory-correcting fuze and modular charge system (MCS) designed to improve impact accuracy. The company plans to use the package as a basis for pursuing Poland\u2019s third K9 execution contract (EC3). It will also showcase four Chunmoo guided-munition variants, which can be operated with different ranges and warhead types, along with MRO solutions such as the health and usage monitoring system (HUMS), which diagnoses equipment conditions in real time and predicts maintenance schedules.<\/p>\n

In the ground unmanned systems sector, Hanwha will present the concept of a manned-unmanned teaming system (MUM-T), linking the K9A1 self-propelled howitzer, an unmanned amphibious multiple rocket launcher and the H-UGV unmanned ground vehicle through a diorama and actual equipment. At sea, it will unveil Stryker-S, which combines an unmanned surface vessel (USV) with a Chunmoo launcher, targeting maritime modernization projects in the Baltic states.<\/p>\n

Hanwha Systems will hold an AI solution launch event at the exhibition site on the 9th, where it will demonstrate how AI analyzes imagery captured by satellites currently in operation in real time. The solution analyzes imagery from three types of satellites\u2014electro-optical (EO), infrared (IR) and synthetic aperture radar (SAR)\u2014to perform automatic object detection, situational pattern analysis and anomaly detection.<\/p>\n

A Hanwha official said, \u201cThe trust we have demonstrated through the K9 and Chunmoo programs is Hanwha\u2019s greatest asset. By continuing to offer customized solutions, we will actively contribute to the self-defense capabilities of North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allies and the development of the defense industry ecosystem.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"LIG \uc0ac\uc9c4 \ud655\ub300 LIG Defense & Aerospace\u2019s MSPO 2026 booth <\/p>\n

LIG Defense & Aerospace has identified Poland\u2019s layered air defense program and the Korean GPS-guided bomb (KGGB) program as key strategic priorities. The company plans to display integrated air defense solutions, including Cheongung-II, L-SAM and KGGB, along with proven air-launched weapons. KGGB is expected to contribute to strengthening Poland\u2019s air force and improving its ability to conduct modern warfare because it enables low-cost, high-efficiency precision strikes.<\/p>\n

LIG Defense & Aerospace will also display a mock-up of a short-range air defense missile and a vehicle-mounted launcher being developed in cooperation with Rheinmetall at Rheinmetall\u2019s booth. The display is part of joint marketing efforts to enter European and global markets.<\/p>\n

An LIG Defense & Aerospace official said, \u201cWe will expand our foothold in the European market by providing the optimal solutions required by the Polish military, including layered air defense and KGGB.\u201d<\/p>\n

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