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Kongsberg Missile Factory at Astra Aerolab Precinct

Q: What is the latest status of the project “Kongsberg Missile Factory at Astra Aerolab Precinct”?

The status recorded for “Kongsberg Missile Factory at Astra Aerolab Precinct” is under construction.

Under construction · Australia · Last reported May 2026

Source: Defence Industry Europe

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Construction of a new missile factory by Kongsberg at the Astra Aerolab Precinct at Newcastle Airport, Australia. The facility will be the first Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile factory outside Norway, supporting manufacturing and maintenance. The project is delivering local economic benefits with significant local subcontractor engagement.

Status: Under Construction
Sector: Airport, Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing (Industrial)
Location: Newcastle, Australia
Updated: 22 Jul 2026
Source: Defence Industry Europe

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The project “Kongsberg Missile Factory at Astra Aerolab Precinct” is an infrastructure initiative in the Airport sector, located in Newcastle, Australia. Taiyo aggregates data on it from Defence Industry Europe.

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Original status	under construction
Taiyo status	Under Construction
Taiyo last update	2026-07-22

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Description	Construction of a new missile factory by Kongsberg at the Astra Aerolab Precinct at Newcastle Airport, Australia. The facility will be the first Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile factory outside Norway, supporting manufacturing and maintenance. The project is delivering local economic benefits with significant local subcontractor engagement.
Original sector	Defence

Location

Country	Australia
City	Newcastle

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Source	Defence Industry Europe
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Record type	Project
Sector	Airport, Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing (Industrial)
Article published date	2026-05-27

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