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86 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
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Overview
- Summary
- Hanwha Aerospace is a leading South Korean company specializing in space launch vehicles, aircraft engines, and comprehensive defense solutions across land, naval, and air domains. It plays a critical role in national security and space development, expanding its global presence through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships. The company acts as a provider of total defense solutions covering land, sea, and air, and a leader in building the future space industry ecosystem.Hanwha Aerospace is a leading South Korean company specializing in space launch vehicles, aircraft engines, and comprehensive defense solutions across land, naval, and air domains. It plays a critical role in national security and space development, expanding its global presence through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships. The company acts as a provider of total defense solutions covering land, sea, and air, and a leader in building the future space industry ecosystem.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Space Business: System integration for the Korean launch vehicle Nuri (KSLV-II) and production of core components such as 75-ton liquid rocket engines, fuel supply valves, and attitude control systems. Selection as the system integrator for the next-generation launch vehicle KSLV-III development project, advancing space launch vehicle technology. Capabilities in satellite propulsion system design and manufacturing, small SAR satellite development, and ultra-high-resolution Earth observation satellite SpaceEye-T solutions.Space Business: System integration for the Korean launch vehicle Nuri (KSLV-II) and production of core components such as 75-ton liquid rocket engines, fuel supply valves, and attitude control systems. Selection as the system integrator for the next-generation launch vehicle KSLV-III development project, advancing space launch vehicle technology. Capabilities in satellite propulsion system design and manufacturing, small SAR satellite development, and ultra-high-resolution Earth observation satellite SpaceEye-T solutions.
- Aviation Business: Development and production of advanced aircraft engines and military aircraft engines, along with high-precision mechanical components for civil aircraft engine systems. A key role in the domestic aircraft engine industry through the contract to supply F414 engines for the KF-21 fighter jet. Over 40 years of accumulated experience, producing more than 10,000 aircraft engines and performing over 5,700 overhauls. Entry into the future air mobility market through the development of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) engines and systems.Aviation Business: Development and production of advanced aircraft engines and military aircraft engines, along with high-precision mechanical components for civil aircraft engine systems. A key role in the domestic aircraft engine industry through the contract to supply F414 engines for the KF-21 fighter jet. Over 40 years of accumulated experience, producing more than 10,000 aircraft engines and performing over 5,700 overhauls. Entry into the future air mobility market through the development of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) engines and systems.
- Land Defense Business: State-of-the-art firepower systems including the K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzer (155mm), K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle, and K77 Fire Direction Control Vehicle. Mobility and launch systems such as the Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle (for Australia's Land 400 Phase 3 project) and Chunmoo Multi Rocket Launcher System (MRLS). Possession of advanced ammunition system technologies, including precision-guided munitions and NATO-standard 155mm modular charge systems.Land Defense Business: State-of-the-art firepower systems including the K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzer (155mm), K10 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle, and K77 Fire Direction Control Vehicle. Mobility and launch systems such as the Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle (for Australia's Land 400 Phase 3 project) and Chunmoo Multi Rocket Launcher System (MRLS). Possession of advanced ammunition system technologies, including precision-guided munitions and NATO-standard 155mm modular charge systems.
- Naval and Air Defense Business: Supply of electric propulsion systems (EPS, ESS, hydrogen fuel cells) for submarines and vessels, and naval engines and generators (LM 2500, LM 500 gas turbines). Development of air defense systems and provision of air defense solutions including radar and avionics systems.Naval and Air Defense Business: Supply of electric propulsion systems (EPS, ESS, hydrogen fuel cells) for submarines and vessels, and naval engines and generators (LM 2500, LM 500 gas turbines). Development of air defense systems and provision of air defense solutions including radar and avionics systems.
- MRO and Other Technologies: Provision of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for aircraft engines and equipment. Specialized manufacturing technology for hydraulic systems, flight control systems, and fuel systems in the aerospace and defense sectors. Capabilities in developing ultralight jet landing gear systems and landing gear for low-observable small unmanned aerial vehicles. Proprietary design, manufacturing, and testing evaluation technology for fuel and actuation systems, which are core components of guided weapons.MRO and Other Technologies: Provision of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for aircraft engines and equipment. Specialized manufacturing technology for hydraulic systems, flight control systems, and fuel systems in the aerospace and defense sectors. Capabilities in developing ultralight jet landing gear systems and landing gear for low-observable small unmanned aerial vehicles. Proprietary design, manufacturing, and testing evaluation technology for fuel and actuation systems, which are core components of guided weapons.
- Core Advantages
- Unrivaled Technological Leadership: As South Korea's sole gas turbine engine manufacturer, the company possesses over 45 years of experience and a production history of more than 10,000 military engines. Leadership in space launch vehicle technology through selection as the Nuri launch vehicle system integrator and KSLV-III development.Unrivaled Technological Leadership: As South Korea's sole gas turbine engine manufacturer, the company possesses over 45 years of experience and a production history of more than 10,000 military engines. Leadership in space launch vehicle technology through selection as the Nuri launch vehicle system integrator and KSLV-III development.
- Global Partnerships and Supply Chain: Close collaborative relationships and supply of core components with the world's top three aircraft engine manufacturers: GE, Rolls-Royce, and Pratt & Whitney. Establishment of global production and technology hubs through a joint venture in Singapore (PWMS), a production plant in Vietnam, and the acquisition of EDAC Technologies in the US (Hanwha Aerospace USA).Global Partnerships and Supply Chain: Close collaborative relationships and supply of core components with the world's top three aircraft engine manufacturers: GE, Rolls-Royce, and Pratt & Whitney. Establishment of global production and technology hubs through a joint venture in Singapore (PWMS), a production plant in Vietnam, and the acquisition of EDAC Technologies in the US (Hanwha Aerospace USA).
- Export-Driven Defense Business Competitiveness: Large-scale export contracts for world-class land defense systems like the K9 Thunder howitzer, Chunmoo MRLS, and Redback IFV with numerous countries including Poland, Australia, Romania, and India. Strong market position in the global defense market, with defense exports exceeding domestic sales in 2024.Export-Driven Defense Business Competitiveness: Large-scale export contracts for world-class land defense systems like the K9 Thunder howitzer, Chunmoo MRLS, and Redback IFV with numerous countries including Poland, Australia, Romania, and India. Strong market position in the global defense market, with defense exports exceeding domestic sales in 2024.
- Vertical Integration and Total Solution Provision: Offering customized integrated solutions through vertically integrated capabilities across aircraft engines, vehicles, and weapon systems. Strengthening the defense business portfolio and creating synergy through the merger of Hanwha Defense and Hanwha Corporation's defense division. Aiming to build a comprehensive space infrastructure covering launch vehicles, satellites, and data analytics.Vertical Integration and Total Solution Provision: Offering customized integrated solutions through vertically integrated capabilities across aircraft engines, vehicles, and weapon systems. Strengthening the defense business portfolio and creating synergy through the merger of Hanwha Defense and Hanwha Corporation's defense division. Aiming to build a comprehensive space infrastructure covering launch vehicles, satellites, and data analytics.
- Continuous Technological Innovation and R&D Investment: Active R&D investment to secure future growth engines such as next-generation aircraft engines, unmanned aerial systems, and hydrogen fuel cell systems. Ensuring technological reliability through global quality certifications like Defense Quality Management System, AS9100, and NADCAP.Continuous Technological Innovation and R&D Investment: Active R&D investment to secure future growth engines such as next-generation aircraft engines, unmanned aerial systems, and hydrogen fuel cell systems. Ensuring technological reliability through global quality certifications like Defense Quality Management System, AS9100, and NADCAP.
- Target Industrie
- Defense Industry (strengthening and modernization projects for Army, Navy, Air Force)Defense Industry (strengthening and modernization projects for Army, Navy, Air Force)
- Aerospace Industry (civilian aircraft components, space launch vehicle development and operation, satellite manufacturing and services)Aerospace Industry (civilian aircraft components, space launch vehicle development and operation, satellite manufacturing and services)
- Future Mobility Industry (Urban Air Mobility (UAM), unmanned aerial system development and related technologies)Future Mobility Industry (Urban Air Mobility (UAM), unmanned aerial system development and related technologies)
- Marine Industry (electric propulsion systems for submarines and commercial vessels, smart ship solutions)Marine Industry (electric propulsion systems for submarines and commercial vessels, smart ship solutions)
- Major Markets
- South Korea (domestic), India, UAE (United Arab Emirates)South Korea (domestic), India, UAE (United Arab Emirates)
- Poland, Romania, Norway, United Kingdom (BAE Systems)Poland, Romania, Norway, United Kingdom (BAE Systems)
- United States (operation of Hanwha Aerospace USA and entry into MRO market)United States (operation of Hanwha Aerospace USA and entry into MRO market)
- AustraliaAustralia
- Certifications/Patents
- Acquisition of Defense Quality Management System certificationAcquisition of Defense Quality Management System certification
- Acquisition of global quality certifications such as AS9100 and NADCAPAcquisition of global quality certifications such as AS9100 and NADCAP
- Acquisition of ISO9001 certificationAcquisition of ISO9001 certification
- Recipient of the 'Trusted to Deliver Excellence' award from Rolls-Royce in 2022Recipient of the 'Trusted to Deliver Excellence' award from Rolls-Royce in 2022
- First in the world to receive PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) quality certification from Rolls-Royce in 2020First in the world to receive PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) quality certification from Rolls-Royce in 2020
- Grand Prize winner in the Corporate General category at 'Web Award Korea 2023' (customer-centric website revamp and virtual exhibition hall implementation)Grand Prize winner in the Corporate General category at 'Web Award Korea 2023' (customer-centric website revamp and virtual exhibition hall implementation)
- Development of non-flammable batteries (2024)Development of non-flammable batteries (2024)
- Proprietary design and manufacturing technology in aircraft hydraulic systems, flight control systems, and fuel systemsProprietary design and manufacturing technology in aircraft hydraulic systems, flight control systems, and fuel systems
Introduction
Location
86 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
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