Finnish Defence Forces places order with Nammo Lapua for full charges for artillery

Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen has authorised the Defence Forces to a place a EUR 79 million order with Nammo Lapua for the supply of full charges for 155 mm artillery. These are used as propelling charges for firing 155 K 83-97 and 155 K 98 artillery guns and 155 PSH K9 “Thunder” armoured howitzers.

"We have again placed a major materiel order with a Finnish manufacturer. This decision will ensure sufficient stockpiling of artillery ammunition, which is one of the cornerstones of the Army's capability. For Finland's military security of supply, it is crucial that the domestic production capacity for key defence materiel is not only maintained but strengthened. Another important aspect of ensuring our defence capability is that it creates jobs and prosperity in Finland," said Minister of Defence Häkkänen.

The estimated domestic employment effect of the procurement is 240 person-years. The procurement, which is included in the defence administration's planned budgetary framework, is based on a strategic partnership agreement between the Defence Forces, Nammo Lapua and Nammo Vihtavuori.

Inquiries: Tommi Nordberg, Ministerial Adviser, Ministry of Defence, tel. +358 295 140 024, and Colonel Mika Holma, Inspector of Artillery, Army Command Finland, tel. +358 299 800 (Finnish Defence Forces switchboard).