KNDS and NCMS sign a major framework agreement for the local production of complete 155mm artillery rounds on the occasion of WDS 2026

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KNDS and NCMS sign a major framework agreement for the local production of complete 155mm artillery rounds on the occasion of WDS 2026

Riyadh, 12 February – KNDS France and NCMS signed today a framework agreement for the transfer of production of complete artillery rounds. Drawing on its munitions expertise, as well as extensive experience in the production of complete artillery rounds, KNDS France has partnered with NCMS (National Company for Mechanical Systems), a major player in the manufacturing and production of cutting-edge systems serving defense. This framework agreement thus enables the Saudi forces to benefit from the expertise of KNDS in artillery munitions, combat-proven across multiple theaters of operations, and having demonstrated their effectiveness under all operational conditions.

Building on its mastery in this field, KNDS will ensure the transfer of the know-how required for the manufacture of complete rounds, adapting them to the industrial capabilities already existing within NCMS. As KNDS is fully involved in efforts to localize the production of artillery munitions, the scope of this framework agreement may be expanded according to the needs of the Saudi forces towards tank and mortar munitions. This transfer will be carried out incrementally, and followed by long-term support from KNDS in order to ensure optimal quality of the finished products.

This agreement is expected to lead to tangible results in the short term in terms of explosive filling of 155mm “Long range” shells, modular charges and artillery fuzes. In the longer term, the localization rate for certain products may reach more than 90% of their value.




About KNDS
KNDS is the leading pan-European land defence company, uniting over 11,500 employees and generating €3.8 billion in revenue in 2024. With a strong order backlog of €23.5 billion, the group delivers innovative complete mission solutions built on state-of-the art technologies. Leveraging deep industrial expertise and strong partnerships, KNDS develops open, interoperable solutions combining manned and unmanned systems, designed to meet tomorrow’s operational challenges. As a prime contractor, it provides full system-of-systems capabilities, from platforms to ammunition and services, managing the entire value chain and encompassing complete product life cycles
Born from the alliance of Nexter and Krauss-Maffei Wegmann, uniting key nations within a single group, KNDS embodies the path toward a collective and efficient future for the sovereignty and security of Europe’s defence by supporting the standardization and interoperability between European and NATO forces.
Trusted by 24 European armies and 19 worldwide, KNDS benefits from decades of combat-proven experience. KNDS embodies a united, efficient model to enhance stability and long-term security in Europe and beyond.

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