Lithuania and Rheinmetall have finalized contracts for the construction of a €180m ($189.2m) production plant for 155mm artillery ammunition in Baisogala. The facility, spanning 340 hectares, will include shell manufacturing and load assembly pack operations, aiming to produce tens of thousands of artillery shells annually by mid-2026. This state-significant project, established through a partnership between Lithuania’s government and Rheinmetall, will create 150 jobs and integrate local businesses into the defense supply chain. Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė emphasized the urgency of enhancing defense capabilities, supported by strong cooperation between Lithuania and Germany. Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger highlighted the partnership as a testament to Rheinmetall’s role in bolstering national and international security.
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