KONGSBERG Completes Acquisition of US Anti-Drone and Air Defense Missile Maker Zone 5 Technologies
Norwegian defense giant KONGSBERG Gruppen has finalized its acquisition of California-based Zone 5 Technologies LLC, securing a 90% stake following US regulatory approval. Zone 5 specializes in affordable, mass-producible interceptor munitions, including the 'Rusty Dagger' long-range strike missile and the 'White Spike' air defense missile, addressing growing global demand for cost-effective counter-UAS solutions.
Highlights
- KONGSBERG Gruppen has completed the acquisition of Zone 5 Technologies LLC, securing a 90% stake following US regulatory approval.
- Zone 5 Technologies, headquartered in California, manufactures the 'Rusty Dagger' long-range strike missile and the 'White Spike' air defense missile.
- Zone 5 will continue operating as an independent subsidiary, with founder and CEO Thomas Akers and the full management team remaining in place and retaining minority equity.
- The financial terms of the acquisition were not publicly disclosed.
- The deal strengthens KONGSBERG's position in the global counter-UAS and air defense market, where demand for affordable interceptor solutions is rapidly increasing.
KONGSBERG Completes Acquisition of US Anti-Drone / Air Defense Missile Maker Zone 5 Technologies
Norwegian defense technology group KONGSBERG Gruppen has announced the formal completion of its acquisition of US missile company Zone 5 Technologies LLC, following receipt of all required US regulatory approvals.
Zone 5: A Leader in Affordable Mass Munitions
Headquartered in California, Zone 5 Technologies is a market leader in the affordable mass munitions segment. According to KONGSBERG's official press release, the company specializes in designing and manufacturing interceptor munitions capable of large-scale production. Its product portfolio includes the 'Rusty Dagger' long-range strike missile and the 'White Spike' air defense missile — both considered highly strategically valuable amid rapidly growing demand for counter-UAS (C-UAS) and air defense capabilities worldwide.
Deal Structure and Ongoing Operations
KONGSBERG has acquired a 90% stake in Zone 5 Technologies. Following the close of the transaction, Zone 5 will continue to operate as an independent subsidiary, led by founder and CEO Thomas Akers and the existing management team. All members of the management team retain a minority equity stake in Zone 5 as part of the deal structure. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Industry Outlook
As drone threats continue to escalate globally, militaries and defense agencies face acute demand for cost-effective interceptor solutions. Conventional air defense missiles carry significant per-unit costs, making them economically inefficient for neutralizing low-cost drones. Zone 5's expertise in affordable, mass-producible interceptors addresses precisely this critical capability gap. Through this acquisition, KONGSBERG further strengthens its competitive position in the global air defense and counter-drone market.
For more information, see the official KONGSBERG announcement.
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