NSM Anti-Ship Missile Tested Successfully

Released on Wednesday, June 29, 2005

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace conducted another successful test firing of the NSM (Naval Strike Missile) in France. The missile followed a sophisticated flight path, featuring a number of sharp turns and height and velocity shifts before striking a target ship.

The test demonstrated important new functions while the firing reduced project risk even further. The missile will be ready for deployment on the Norwegian Navy's new frigates and missile torpedo boats as well as rotary wing aircraft beginning this very year.

In December 2004, a transition contract was signed with the Armed Forces' Logistics Organization for preparations and the start-up of production for the NSM. It ensures delivery of the fixed equipment to be deployed on board the first of the new Norwegian Fridtjof Nansen class frigates. Full implementation of serial production will not commence until after the formal completion of the development phase. The Storting (Norwegian parliament) must pass a special resolution before serial production can be initiated.