Northrop Grumman and 4iG Space and Defence Technologies to Deepen US-Hungary Defence Collaboration
- Northrop Grumman Corporation and 4iG Space and Defence Technologies Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen transatlantic cooperation by exploring collaboration in counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), space and advanced weapons technologies.
This collaboration intends to highlight their combined industry expertise to strengthen U.S. technological leadership and Europe's sovereign defence industrial base and enhance NATO's capabilities through rapid innovation.
The parties are examining a collaboration framework that supports the local integration of a HIMARS likesystem in Hungary – including installation on military trucks – as well as the involvement of related technological, development and manufacturing activities.
The objective of the signee companies is to establish an industrial framework that enhances the Hungarian Defence Forces’ NATO-compatible long-range fire support capabilities while bringing high value-added activities to Hungary, in full alignment with the required U.S. and Hungarian governmental approvals.
The agreement also provides for the establishment of a joint Executive Steering Committee, composed of executives identified by each Party, to oversee the exploration and preparation of potential cooperation opportunities. The Committee will support the identification and development of new projects, assess possible development, technological and investment models, and examine opportunities for involving Hungarian suppliers in the value chain.
Steve O’Bryan, Corporate Vice President and Global Business Development Officer, Northrop Grumman:
“This collaboration with 4iG Space and Defence Technologies reinforces our commitment to expanding space and defense capabilities through trusted transatlantic partnerships. Our combined expertise will deliver the speed, precision and resilience needed for today's and tomorrow's security challenges."
Dr. István Sárhegyi, CEO, 4iG S&D:
"Defence industry relations between the United States and Hungary play a key role within the NATO alliance. The collaboration with Northrop Grumman, one of America’s leading defence companies, marks an important milestone in strengthening these ties. I am proud that this cooperation positions Hungary as a European partner and hub for selected technologies, contributing not only to the development of the Hungarian defence industry, but to Europe’s defence capabilities as a whole.”
“Lockheed Martin is eager to collaborate and leverage our combat-proven long-range rocket artillery solutions to address the pressing need to strengthen NATO and Europe’s defence capabilities. This partnership underscores our commitment to supporting European allies in bolstering their industrial capabilities, achieving strategic objectives and fulfilling NATO commitments.”
said Paula Hartley, Vice President, Lockheed Martin Tactical Missiles.
With the most diversified portfolio of capabilities in missile defence, Northrop Grumman brings trusted, ready-now, next-gen technologies for end-to-end missile defeat. The company is a proven integrator who delivers this technology with speed, through advanced software development, new hardware design, material science and manufacturing at scale.
Top Photo: Michael Deavers, Regional Executive, Europe, Northrop Grumman and István Sárhegyi, CEO, 4iG Space and Defence Technologies Ltd., sign a MOU to explore collaboration in areas of C-UAS, space and advanced weapons technologies alongside Szabolcs Takács, Hungarian Ambassador to the U.S., and Gellért Jászai, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, and Chairman of 4iG. (Northrop Grumman)
Sources: Northrop Grumman Corporation ; 4iG Space and Defence Technologies
