Advancements in Ammunition Manufacturing in Poland
In Warsaw, Poland, the Niewiadów Polish Military Group, a private entity, has forged partnerships with Northrop Grumman and ST Engineering from Singapore. This collaboration marks the commencement of manufacturing 155-millimeter and 40-millimeter ammunition within Poland. This initiative aligns with Poland’s intention to invest PLN 23.8 billion (approximately $6.5 billion) in ammunition and rockets, funded through the European Union’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) loans.
Adam Januszko, the CEO of Niewiadów Polish Military Group, discussed with Defense News their strategic focus on enhancing the nation’s capacity to produce ammunition locally. This strategy aims to secure autonomous supply chains for both Poland and its NATO allies.
Januszko highlighted the significant aspects of this strategic plan, which includes establishing a robotic factory for 155mm ammunition with an annual production target of 180,000 rounds. Concurrently, in collaboration with their Singaporean partner, they are setting up a production facility for 40mm ammunition, aiming for an annual output of 480,000 rounds.
The news emerges as Niewiadów prepares for its initial public offering on the Warsaw Stock Exchange’s main market, expected by the end of April 2026. This move follows the footsteps of the Czechoslovak Group (CSG), another ammunition manufacturer in the region, whose recent stock listing enhanced its standing as the prime defense industry player in Central-Eastern Europe.
CSG operates extensively in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, managing multiple factories that produce weapons, ammunition, and military equipment. It is also a significant provider of artillery shells to the Ukrainian military.
Like many other nations in the region, Poland is actively working to establish new ammunition factories to ensure a steady domestic supply, particularly focusing on artillery rounds.
In September 2025, Poland’s state-owned defense conglomerate PGZ chose the U.K.’s BAE Systems as its technological partner to augment ammunition production. BAE Systems announced that the new munitions factory would employ its manufacturing technology and incorporate advanced automation, significantly increasing the production capacity for 155mm artillery shells.
Looking ahead, the Polish Army plans to operate a fleet of about 1,000 self-propelled howitzers, necessitating a substantial increase in the domestic production of 155mm rounds. This need is recognized by both state-owned and private entities like Niewiadów.
With various allies in the region looking to enlarge their ammunition reserves, Niewiadów is also eyeing export opportunities. Their collaboration with international partners is anticipated to expedite the launch of their products into the market.
Januszko pointed out that partnering with global leaders like Northrop Grumman and ST Engineering enables them to access advanced solutions, which enhances their technological capabilities and reduces the time to market. The primary objective is to progressively localize production within Poland while adhering to the highest international standards of quality and performance.
On NATO’s eastern edge, Germany’s Rheinmetall is progressing with its plans to develop local artillery ammunition production capabilities. In Bulgaria, Latvia, and Lithuania, the company has formed joint ventures with government entities to construct 155mm factories. In Romania, Rheinmetall Munitions Romania will produce medium-caliber ammunition for infantry and air-defense systems, while a plant in Victoria will manufacture propellants, with technology and expertise provided by Rheinmetall.
Meanwhile, Estonia is in discussions with foreign ammunition manufacturers. The Estonian Defense Minister, Hanno Pevkur, recently announced that a deal for 155mm shells would be signed soon. According to Estonia’s state broadcaster ERR, the prospective supplier is a Swedish defense company planning to establish a €300 million ($351 million) ammunition facility in Estonia’s Põhja-Kiviõli defense industry park.
Currently, Niewiadów is listed on the NewConnect market of the Warsaw Stock Exchange. Beyond ammunition, the company’s portfolio includes drones, mines, personal weapons, and military logistics operations.
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Jamal Peterson reports on defense, aerospace, and tech policy. With a military background and a strategic mind, he dissects complex subjects with clarity, offering readers sharp, reliable insights.
