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Hanwha Aerospace sets up Saudi unit in Middle East defense push
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Fusion42 · 23 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Hanwha Aerospace has established a wholly owned subsidiary in Saudi Arabia to enhance its responsiveness to local defense demand and pursue contracts in the Middle East. The company targets key regional opportunities including large-scale weapon modernization projects in Saudi Arabia and joint ventures in the UAE for integrated air defense systems and local manufacturing.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Defense Tech.
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You can access expanding defense markets by setting up local entities and partnerships in the Middle East. Hanwha's moves show the value of closer regional presence to win contracts and manufacture locally, a step you can take to accelerate market entry.
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