Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to Build Missile Facility in James City County, VA
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace Inc. has commenced construction on a 150,000-square-foot missile production facility in James City County, Virginia, with an investment exceeding $100 million. The facility, expected to create nearly 200 jobs, will manufacture the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile, with production slated to begin in 2028. This initiative aims to bolster domestic defense manufacturing and strengthen U.S.-Norway relations.

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace Inc. broke ground on a new 150,000-square-foot facility in James City County, Virginia, to produce cruise missiles for the U.S. military. The project, announced in September 2024, involves an investment of over $100 million and is expected to create nearly 200 jobs.
The facility will manufacture the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile, with production anticipated to start in 2028. The location was chosen for its military presence and proximity to military sites. The project aims to strengthen domestic defense manufacturing while reinforcing U.S.-Norway ties.




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