Hanwha will showcase its advanced air defense and ground firepower systems at BEDEX 2026 (Brussels European Defence Exhibition), taking place from March 12 to 14 in Brussels, Belgium, as the company seeks to expand its presence in the European defense market.
The company said the exhibition will highlight Hanwha’s integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) capabilities while reinforcing partnerships with NATO member states. Hanwha has strengthened its footprint in Europe in recent years through major defense programs, including exports of the K9 self-propelled howitzer.
A key highlight of the exhibition will be the L-SAM long-range surface-to-air missile system. Designed to intercept ballistic missiles during the upper tier of the terminal phase at altitudes above 40 kilometers, the system uses hit-to-kill technology that destroys incoming targets through direct kinetic impact. This approach offers greater precision and destructive effectiveness compared with traditional blast-fragmentation methods and is currently deployed by only a limited number of countries.
The L-SAM completed development in 2024 and entered mass production last year. By intercepting high-speed ballistic missiles at high altitude, the system enables rapid response to emerging threats. With its potential integration into NATO’s Integrated Air and Missile Defense architecture, L-SAM could support European nations that are accelerating efforts to strengthen their air defense networks.
Hanwha Aerospace will display the L-SAM interceptor and launcher, while Hanwha Systems will present the system’s multi-function radar (MFR), capable of detecting and tracking both ballistic missiles and aircraft simultaneously.
Hanwha Systems will also showcase stationary and mobile laser weapon systems, demonstrating the company’s ability to provide layered air defense coverage ranging from short-range to long-range threats.
In addition, Hanwha Aerospace plans to introduce the Chunmoo multiple rocket launcher system to the Western European market. The Chunmoo is a wheeled, highly mobile platform capable of launching a variety of guided munitions designed for different engagement ranges and mission requirements.
The system’s user base among NATO member states has expanded in recent years, with countries such as Poland, Estonia, and Norway adopting the platform. At BEDEX 2026, Hanwha Aerospace will display the Chunmoo launcher together with four types of guided rockets optimized for different operational scenarios.
A Hanwha representative said the company aims to use the exhibition to demonstrate the full spectrum of its air defense and ground firepower capabilities while exploring new partnerships that support the defense readiness of NATO member states.
