Hanwha Aerospace Targets Germany and UK as It Expands Defense Operations in Europe and U.S.

Hanwha Aerospace is stepping up its push into Europe and the United States as global defense spending rises sharply, with the South Korean company seeking new weapons contracts and expanding its production footprint. According to Bloomberg, the company is in talks with Germany, the UK and other European nations for new deals, while also increasing manufacturing at home and widening its operations abroad.

The move comes as governments across Europe continue to rebuild and modernize their militaries in response to the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, which have intensified demand for missiles, artillery and air defense systems. Bloomberg reported that Hanwha is aiming to capture part of that surge, positioning itself as a larger alternative supplier in markets that have traditionally relied heavily on U.S. and European defense contractors.

Hanwha’s expansion is notable because it reflects a broader shift in the global arms market. South Korean defense firms have become more visible in Europe in recent years, helped by competitive pricing, faster delivery timelines and growing interest in diversifying supply chains. Hanwha has already been active in overseas sales, and its current discussions suggest it is trying to deepen its presence in some of Europe’s biggest defense markets.

The company’s outreach to Germany and the UK could be especially significant because both countries are among the continent’s most important defense buyers. Any new contracts there would likely strengthen Hanwha’s standing with other European militaries as well. Bloomberg’s video report also said the company is expanding in Europe and the U.S., indicating that its strategy is not limited to export sales alone but includes a larger operational presence.

What happens next will depend on whether those talks translate into signed contracts and whether Hanwha can scale production to meet demand. For Europe and the U.S., the company’s push adds another supplier to a defense market that has been under pressure to deliver weapons more quickly and in larger quantities. For Hanwha, success would mark another step in its effort to become a more significant global player in the arms industry.