Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. (PGZ) held discussions with officials from South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem to complete a strategic cooperation agreement regarding the production of K2 tanks in Poland.
According to a press release issued by PGZ on Tuesday, this meeting is part of an ongoing industrial dialogue aimed at strengthening Poland’s defense capabilities through international collaboration.
Following a series of extensive discussions involving the Polish government and PGZ Group representatives in both South Korea and Poland, PGZ management has taken decisive steps to finalize the agreement.
The objective is to establish a strategic partnership between PGZ S.A. and Hyundai Rotem Company, ensuring the interests of all armored companies within the PGZ Group are protected.
PGZ S.A. is in ongoing negotiations with the Korean counterparts to optimize the integration, production, and localization of Korean equipment acquired by the Ministry of National Defense. As per the current agreements, servicing and maintenance of K2 tanks will utilize the resources and infrastructure of the Military Automotive Works in Poznan.
“This strategic partnership aims to strengthen our defense industry by incorporating advanced technology and production techniques from Hyundai Rotem,” according to a PGZ representative.
“We are committed to ensuring that the equipment meets our national standards and requirements, thus enhancing our military capabilities.”