Türkiye-based defense industry company REPCON's US-based arm REPKON USA, one of the world's leading defense industry companies BAE Systems signed an important agreement with. March 25, 2025 Signed on memorandum of understanding With the (MoU) two companies, advanced munitions production ve technology sharing announced that they will cooperate on the issue.
Scope and Objectives of the Agreement
According to the comprehensive agreement signed, REPKON USA and BAE Systems will conduct joint studies to improve ammunition production processes. In particular, increasing the range, accuracy and overall performance of the ammunition Targeted.
Companies combining technology and manufacturing expertise, to accelerate the production of propellants and explosives ve respond more effectively to global demand It is stated that they aim to. In this direction, ammunition production processes simplifying and increasing efficiency will be one of the main focal points of the cooperation.
Statement from BAE Systems
BAE Systems Land General Manager Glynn PlantIn a statement regarding the agreement, Global collaborations are critical to strengthening the ammunition supply chain and increasing production capacity. He stressed.
Plant made the following statement in his statement:
“Ongoing events around the world highlight the importance of partnerships to ensure we can supply critical munitions capabilities to meet demand. The industry’s ability to scale munitions production is a key part of this, and by working with others we can better support our customers.”
REPKON USA's Opinion
Bryan Van Brunt, President of REPKON USA, This collaboration with BAE Systems will increase access to next-generation ammunition technologies He expressed.
Van Brunt said in a statement:
“This collaboration between REPKON and BAE Systems aims to provide our customers with access to the most advanced, next-generation technologies. What is most exciting is that this approach incorporates world-leading advanced manufacturing techniques. We are excited to work with the BAE Systems team to make this a success.”
BAE Systems and Increased Ammunition Production
BAE Systems, UK Ministry of Defence a primary ammunition manufacturer The company is located in manufactures a wide range of ammunition from small arms ammunition to large caliber artillery shells.
Especially since 2023 due to increasing global defense spending and conflicts Increasing production of 155mm ammunition has made significant investments for.
This agreement, While enabling REPKON to become a stronger player in ammunition production on a global scale,, BAE Systems will enable it to increase its production capacity and integrate new technologies.
This collaboration between REPKON USA and BAE Systems, once again demonstrates the importance of international partnerships in the defense industryThe agreement includes the production of ammunition by ensuring that it is carried out more quickly, effectively and innovatively., both It will contribute to the defense supply chain in both the US and Europe..
In the coming period, this cooperation It is expected to turn into concrete projects and see a direct impact on production capacity..
