Representatives of the General Tadeusz Kościuszko Military University of Land Forces in Wrocław (AWL) visited key Hanwha defense companies in the Republic of Korea as part of a study and training visit.
The program is carried out at the invitation of the Hanwha Group and represents another stage of long-term educational cooperation within the Hanwha Global Challenger social initiative.
The visit is a direct continuation of activities initiated during last year’s MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce and further developed in Poland in 2025. These activities included, among others, the establishment of modern multimedia classrooms – Hanwha Smart Learning Laboratories – at the Military University of Land Forces in Wrocław, as well as a scholarship program for the university’s students.
The current stage of the project focuses on gaining practical insight into the Korean security system, the defense industry, and the education model for future officers and defense-sector experts.
The study and training visit, which began on January 31, 2026, included visits to key Hanwha companies operating in the defense sector, including Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems, and Hanwha Ocean.
The main highlight of the program was a visit to Hanwha Aerospace’s facilities in Changwon, where the delegation became familiar with the production of K9PL self-propelled howitzers and Homar-K multiple rocket launcher systems intended for the Polish Armed Forces.
Participants also had the opportunity to learn about future technological development directions, including the K9A2 variant—an automated version of the artillery system designed to meet future operational requirements such as increased efficiency and reduced crew size. For future officers, this provided valuable insight into capabilities that may strengthen Poland’s defense potential in the years ahead.
The program highlighted Poland’s importance as a key Hanwha partner in Europe. By combining technology transfer with investment in human capital development, Hanwha emphasizes its commitment not only to delivering advanced systems, but also to building the competencies of those who will operate them in the future.
As emphasized by Jacek Cyrek, President of Hanwha Aerospace Europe:
“Poland plays a key role in Hanwha’s strategy in Europe. Cooperation with the Military University of Land Forces is an investment in future security leaders who, in the coming decades, will be responsible for the defense capabilities of the country and the region. The Hanwha Global Challenger program brings together education, technology, and responsibility, creating durable foundations for cooperation between Poland and the Republic of Korea.”
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Artur Żelichowski, head of the Military University of Land Forces delegation, added:
“The solutions developed by Hanwha demonstrate the Republic of Korea’s position as one of the world’s leaders in defense technologies. We are extremely grateful for the hospitality and the opportunity to learn about future capabilities that support—and will continue to support—the security of our country.”
Hanwha Global Challenger is one of the most comprehensive CSR initiatives implemented by the Korean defense industry in Europe. It combines modern educational infrastructure, international training programs, and a scholarship support system for students.
