LIG Nex1

LIG Nex1 to showcase strategic export products comprising weapon systems across all domainsland, sea, and air LIG Nex1 emerges as a major K-defense export company in Southeast Asia LIG Nex1 is participating in the international defense exhibition Indo Defence, held in Jakarta, Indonesia, from June 11 to 15. At the exhibition, the company will showcase strategic export weapons such as the M-SAM II mid-range surface-to-air missile, the Raybolt anti-tank missile, and the KP-SAM portable surface-to-air missile in an effort to contribute to the modernization of the Indonesian military. It will set up a booth highlighting Team Korea in collaboration with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) as well as a joint exhibition hall with five companies from the partner consortium A1 Society, further solidifying its stature as a leading K-defense company. LIG Nex1 started exporting the PRC-999K frequency-hopping radio to Indonesia in 2006 and has regularly participated in Indo Defence, the countrys largest comprehensive defense exhibition, since 2008. The company has been working on expanding its export market in Southeast Asia by establishing an Indonesian office in 2013 and providing numerous communication devices and systems to the Indonesian military and police, including a trunked radio system in 2020. Indo Defence has been held biennially since 2004, and this year it is being organized for the tenth time following the cancellation of the 2020 event due to COVID-19.

LIG held a special event to support the replacement of the East Gate at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea, honoring the soldiers of the UN Forces who sacrificed their lives for world peace and freedom.

Delivery of integrated solutions for mass-production and MRO to help advancement in global markets Co-development of MRO initiatives and joint participation in new shipbuilding projects LIG Nex1 and Babcock Marine will pursue active collaboration in new overseas shipbuilding projects and for expansion in global maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) service markets. The two companies signed a teaming agreement for the development of ship MRO business and new joint shipbuilding projects at the International Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition (MADEX) 2025 in Busan, on May 29. Park Tae-sik, Head of the Missile Systems Business Division at LIG Nex1, and Ilgi Kim, Chief Commercial Officer at Babcock, attended the signing event. The agreement includes their intention to cooperate in offering integrated solutions to customers in the global ship market, from new shipbuilding projects to MRO services. The two companies will jointly carry out new shipbuilding projects as well as the co-development of integrated MRO solutions for unmanned surface vehicles and overseas ship MRO initiatives. They plan to boost their partnership through cooperation based on LIG Nex1s various solutions for ship mission equipment and armament alongside Babcocks expertise in shipbuilding and design. LIG Nex1 noted, We will offer integrated solutions for management of both mass-production and MRO to enable customers to concentrate on combat. We expect that the agreement will lead to improved competitiveness in global markets through the combined capabilities of the two companies. Babcock Marine, based in the U.K., is a leading global defense company that built the Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers and manages the total life cycle MRO for the British Royal Navy.

Partnership advancing AI capabilities for manned and unmanned teaming and autonomous operations Cooperation sought in joint development and global market exploration to help lead the development of manned/unmanned complex solutions LIG Nex1 (CEO: Shin Ick-hyun) joined forces with Shield AI, a leading U.S. technology company in the field of AI-based autonomous flight, to advance development capabilities on key optimized solutions for the future battlefield including manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) and autonomous operations. The company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Shield AI for the joint development of specialized solutions for the future battlefield at the International Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition (MADEX) 2025 in Busan, on May 28. Shin Ick-hyun, CEO of LIG Nex1, and Brandon Tseng, Co-founder and CEO of Shield AI, were at the signing. Through the MOU, the two companies will cooperate to explore and implement various plans such as integration of LIG Nex1s mission systems with Shield AIs unmanned platforms, weapon systems, and sensors; d evelopment of autonomous operation systems optimized for MUM-T environments; and joint efforts to enter and expand in global defense markets. Weapon systems are advancing and evolving through the convergence of hyper-intelligence, hyper-connectivity, and multi-domain integration with MUM-T at the center, while the development of appropriate operation solutions and platform integration capabilities emerges as a key priority in the defense sector. LIG Nex1 hopes to lead the RD of next-generation weapon systems in the rapidly evolving battlefield environment by combining its expertise in unmanned systems, guided weapons, and ISR (intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) with Shield AIs battle-proven autonomy platform.

LIG Nex1 signed a three-way Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and Korea Aerospace Industries for the development of a multi-purpose unmanned mothership on May 28. The photograph shows, from left to right, Lee Seung-young, Chief of LIG Nex1s Future Warfare RD Division, Kim Ji-hong, Director of KAIs Future Convergence Technology Institute, and Lee Sang-bong, Head of Design and Engineering at HD HHIs Special Ship Business Division, after the signing of the MOU.

LIG Nex1 (CEO: Shin Ick-hyun) joins hands with Raytheon to cooperate on the RAM Block-II, a self-defense anti-ship guided missile. The RAM, or rolling airframe missile, is a short-range ship-to-air guided missile developed by Raytheon to ensure ship survivability against threats from enemy anti-ship missiles. The company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the RAM Block-II program with Raytheon at the International Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition (MADEX) 2025 at BEXCO, Busan, on May 28. Park Tae-sik, Head of LIG Nex1s Missile System Business Division, and Mike Min, Vice President of Raytheons Indo-Pacific Business Development, took part in the signing. LIG Nex1 plans to proceed with the technical cooperation production of the RAM Block-II based on its successful cooperation on the RAM Block-Is production with Raytheon, the original manufacturer of the RAM, from 2008 to 2016, as well as its experience and technical expertise garnered through mutual collaboration. The companies will discuss specific ideas to expand the localization of the missiles components. LIG Nex1 noted, The MOU will provide great momentum to secure advanced foreign technologies and broaden export markets, including the U.S., through the localization of components.

First introduction of the Sea Sword-X unmanned surface vehicle The Sea Sword-X brings together LIG Nex1s technological capabilities, enabling flexible and powerful responses for diversified missions Integrated mast and warfare systems on display to present standards for K-maritime solutions and promote expansion in global markets LIG Nex1 (CEO: Shin Ick-hyun) will take part in the International Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition (MADEX) 2025 to propose new standards for future maritime defense. The company has set up the largest exhibition hall (280㎡) for a single company, and, notably, with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, it will operate a booth shaped like a next-generation stealth battleship. It will showcase its unique advanced future unmanned maritime solutions to support the Navy Sea GHOST, the Republic of Korea Navys marine manned/unmanned complex combat system, while introducing export-oriented K-maritime defense solutions such as the Sensor to Shooter system and maritime mission solutions. It will also display amphibious warfare and coastal defense solutions in a separate area dedicated to the marine corps. Notably, the Sea Sword-X, a concept model setting the standard for future unmanned surface vessels, will be featured to present the future vision of unmanned fleets. Based on its stealth design minimizing detection range and equipped with a multi-function radar (MFR), it guarantees powerful three-dimensional search capabilities. In addition, it is armed with the companys robust proven weapons, including a 20㎜ remote controlled weapon station (RCWS), the Poniard 2.75-inch guided rocket, the Blue Shark light torpedo, and attack drones. The Sea Sword-X can be controlled using artificial satellites and communication drones, and it can engage in effective swarm operations. Its standardized platform allows attachment and detachment of mission-specific devices for flexible and powerful responses in a variety of operational environments such as anti-ship, anti-submarine, and anti-drone warfare. The unmanned reconnaissance surface vessel, the first to be deployed by the Republic of Korea Navy, and the unmanned suicide surface vessel produced by 3D printing will also be displayed side by side, demonstrating a clear will for the deployment of a strong unmanned fleet. The company will also unveil K-maritime solutions representing the country. These include an integrated mast for surface ships, combining active electronically scanned array multifunction radar (AESA MFR) and electronic warfare (EW) functions as well as a warfare system that integrates sensors and weapons. LIG Nex1 will additionally exhibit its Ship-to-Air Missile-II, Close-In Weapon System-II (CIWS-II), and an anti-drone integrated jammer. The Ship-to-Air Missile-II, currently being developed in an RD project for a domestic SM-2 class ship-to-air missile similar to those currently used by the Korean navy, when finished, will be mounted on destroyers (KDDX) to intercept aircrafts and cruise missiles targeting ships. The CIWS-Ⅱ is the final defense system that ensures the survivability of ships. Equipped with an AESA radar that provides 360-degree coverage, it guarantees the ability to respond to multiple targets, such as cruise missiles, and a quick engagement response time. Its destructive power is also enhanced with a 30㎜ gun. It is being considered for a future evolution into a system capable of effective response to swarm drones using forward-dispersing projectiles. The anti-drone integrated jammer disrupts the navigation systems of unidentified drones to block their approach to ships. Along with the already deployed SAAM anti-ship missile defense weapon, these defense systems constitute a multi-layered air defense system for ship-mounted applications. A source from LIG Nex1 stressed, We will support the realization of the Republic of Korea Navys manned/unmanned complex system the Navy Sea GHOST based on our capabilities showcased at MADEX 2025. We will also do our best to promote the countrys status as a maritime power in the global maritime defense market.

Aimed at cleaning graves for visitors who will come to the cemetery during the Month of Patriots and Veterans The first domestic defense company to affiliate with the cemetery and organize volunteer activities for all employees each year LIG Nex1 (CEO: Shin Ick-hyun) visited Seoul National Cemetery on Monday, May 26 to pay tribute to the spirits of fallen heroes and patriotic martyrs and also offer cleaning services. The event was organized to ensure a clean and tidy cemetery environment for visitors who will visit during the Month of Patriots and Veterans. Executives and employees of LIG Nex1, including CEO Shin Ick-hyun and new employees, took part in volunteer activities such as replacing flowers, erecting the national flag, and cleaning gravestones. The company has regularly held volunteer activities ever since 2010, when it became the first domestic defense business to establish an affiliation with Seoul National Cemetery for its 30th grave district. It maintains a special relationship with the cemetery by also holding new years kick-off meetings and memorial events there each year. Based on the memorial events and volunteer activities at the cemetery, LIG Nex1 hopes to develop a corporate culture suited for the defense business, contributing to independent national defense through the development of cutting-edge domestic weapons systems.

Foreign exchange cadets training at the Korea Military Academy visited LIG Nex1s Gumi House (CEO: Shin Ick-hyun) and had a memorable time touring the very site where Korean defense systems are produced. At present, many cadets from a number of friendly nations are training at Korean military academies, and this is viewed as helping to cultivate global mindsets of future military leaders and promote the foundation for military diplomacy. Among this years visitors were cadets from more than 10 countries, including Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Thailand, and the Philippines. The visitors toured key defense industry facilities and were briefed on the current status of weapons system development. The recent program was held as part of the International Week events of the academy, organized to facilitate international exchange among cadets from different countries and enhance their experiences of Korean defense and culture. LIG Nex1 previously donated KRW 10,000,000 to the academy to support the promotion of international exchange among military cadets.

Exhibition of top-quality guided weapons to accelerate air defense solution exports to Southeast Asia Three guided missiles, the M-SAM II, SAAM, and KP-SAM, highlighting the competitiveness of K-defense LIG Nex1 participated in the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA 2025), the largest Southeast Asian exposition for the defense industry, held in the Malaysian city on May 20, 2025. The company introduced its state-of-the-art guided munition systems that represent K-defense. At the exposition, LIG Nex1 displayed three missile systems including the M-SAM II, a mid-range high- to medium-altitude surface-to-air missile; the SAAM, a surface-to-air anti-aircraft weapon for missile defense; and the KP-SAM (Chiron), a portable short-range air defense weapon. The company proposed solutions accommodating the needs of the Southeast Asian defense market based on the proven performance and operation experiences befitting its renown as a leading provider of guided weapon systems. Notably, it is currently focusing on the export of the SAAM in global markets including Southeast Asia, emphasizing that it can be immediately utilized in forms optimized for local defense environments. The company hopes to use this opportunity to contribute to promoting the security and air defense capabilities of major Southeast Asian countries including Malaysia. At this exhibition, Hyundai Heavy Industries HDP-1500 Neo patrol vessel and HDL-10000 landing ship were also showcased, demonstrating the competitiveness of K-defense through the collaboration of the two companies. Additionally, LIG Nex1 explained its accumulated experience and expertise in the integrated operation of guided weapon systems and platforms as well as connection to actual combat systems.