The agreement establishes the framework for building industrial capabilities required for the integration of NATO-compatible long-range rocket artillery systems, including HIMARS.
• 4iG Space and Defence Technologies Zrt. and the Missiles and Fire Control business area of Lockheed Martin Global, Inc. have entered into a preliminary agreement to explore and prepare potential defence cooperation.
• The cooperation aims to assess readiness for the integration of advanced long-range rocket artillery systems in Hungary, including HIMARS, while also examining additional opportunities for joint development, manufacturing, and industrial collaboration.
• A joint professional panel has been established to identify and develop new defence industry projects in the field of long-range rocket artillery systems. Ongoing programmes, including HIMARS-related initiatives, will be addressed through dedicated working groups.
• The cooperation supports 4iG Space and Defence’s long-term objective of becoming a leading Hungarian player in NATO-compatible long-range fire support capabilities.
4iG Space and Defence Technologies Zrt. (4iG SDT) and Lockheed Martin Global, Inc. have signed a preliminary agreement to prepare potential cooperation related to long-range rocket artillery systems.
The parties are examining a collaboration framework that supports the local integration of a HIMARS-like system in Hungary, including installation on military trucks, alongside related technological, development, and manufacturing activities.
Lockheed Martin, the world’s largest defence contractor, is a leading developer of air defence, missile launcher, and long-range fire support systems, and a strategic partner to more than 60 countries. Its Missiles and Fire Control division serves as a centre of excellence for missile technologies and artillery systems, with HIMARS as its flagship long-range rocket artillery platform.
The agreement aims to establish an industrial framework that enhances the Hungarian Defence Forces’ NATO-compatible long-range fire support capabilities while bringing high value-added development and manufacturing activities to Hungary, subject to required U.S. and Hungarian governmental approvals.
A joint Executive Steering Committee will oversee the preparation of cooperation opportunities, assess investment and development models, and explore the integration of Hungarian suppliers into the value chain.
“The agreement signed today represents a significant step for the Hungarian defence industry,” said István Sárhegyi, CEO of 4iG SDT. “It lays the foundation for strengthening Hungary’s position among NATO’s most reliable partners while establishing new high-value development and manufacturing capacities.”
“Lockheed Martin is eager to collaborate and leverage our combat-proven long-range rocket artillery solutions to strengthen NATO and Europe’s defence capabilities,” said Paula Hartley, Vice President, Lockheed Martin Tactical Missiles.
The agreement reinforces defence industry ties between Hungary and the United States and marks the first cooperation between 4iG SDT and a major U.S. defence company, contributing to the long-term strengthening of Hungary’s defence and industrial capabilities.
