The Norwegian government has announced the allocation of approximately 7 billion Norwegian kroner (about $696 million) to finance air defense systems for Ukraine, according to a press release from the country's government.
The financing involves the joint purchase with Germany of two Patriot systems, including missiles for them. The systems are currently in Germany and will be delivered to Ukraine in the near future. The US has confirmed that it will replace these systems with Germany, and Norway will partially finance them.
"Together with Germany, we are now ensuring that Ukraine receives powerful air defense systems. Germany and Norway are working very closely together to support Ukraine in its fight to defend the country and protect the civilian population against Russian air attacks," said Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
Norwegian Defense Minister Tore Onshus Sandvik added that air defense is critically important for protecting military facilities and infrastructure, and Norway and Germany will increase support in this area.
In addition, Germany is financing the purchase of TRML-4D radars manufactured by Hensoldt for Ukraine. These radars provide extended sensor coverage, which increases the effectiveness of other air defense systems.
Germany is also purchasing short-range Typhon-2 systems from Kongsberg for Ukraine. This is an improved version of the Typhon-1, ten units of which Norway transferred to Ukraine in 2024. The Typhon-2 fills the gap between short- and medium-range defense, creating a more comprehensive defense system. Norway provides key components for the Typhon-2 from its Armed Forces.
Germany previously announced that it would supply Ukraine with two Patriot systems after the United States replaces these complexes with new ones.