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From steel to security: Inside NATO’s defence factories
DE CETTE GALERIE
From steel to security: Inside NATO’s defence factories
From steel to security: Inside NATO’s defence factories
From steel to security: Inside NATO’s defence factories
From steel to security: Inside NATO’s defence factories
From armoured vehicles in France, helicopters in Poland and ammunition factories in Czechia, NATO is ramping up defence production. To protect our way of life, we need to produce even more.
Détails des ressources
- Date de publication 09 July 2026
- Lieu Various
- Version Master-with-subs
- Thèmes Industry , Deterrence and defence
- Musique UPM_Zone685_7_Time_Sensitive_Instrumental_McNeil_2021957 - UPM_NOVA120_1_Constant_Motion_Instrumental_Cotton_Niblett_1190108 - UPM_Zone685_7_Time_Sensitive_Instrumental_McNeil_2021957 - UPM_ATMOS607_1_Binary_Awakening_Instrumental_Nketia_2235961 - UPM_BER1264_16_Particles_And_Fields_Instrumental_Schalz_Schluecker_Tenner_981365 - UPM_KOS941_15_Voice_Fragments_Instrumental_Rig_Tony_Di_Ama_2175076 - UPM_ATMOS402_18_Machine_Learning_Instrumental_Cotton_Niblett_1018506 - UPM_AUPM127_6_Reaching_For_The_Future_Instrumental_O_Brien_1370053 - UPM_ATMOS607_9_Initial_Assessment_Underscore_Farrell_2235985 (1)
Synopsis
From an armoured vehicle production line in France to a helicopter assembly plant in Poland and an ammunition factory in Czechia, NATO's defence industry is accelerating production to meet the demands of a rapidly changing security environment.
As NATO Allies increase defence investment and expand industrial capacity, manufacturers say they are ready to deliver at scale.
New technologies, greater production capabilities, and closer cooperation between industry and Allies are helping strengthen NATO's collective defence and deterrence.
Featuring exclusive access to Europe's defence factories and interviews with industry leaders, we explore how Europe's defence industry is transforming to keep pace with today's security challenges.
Transcription
Soundbite in ENGLISH Mark, ARX CEO
“We are convinced that scaling new technologies to a very high number could avoid a war.”
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director Arquus Limoges
“We are ready, and have been ready for several years now, to deliver this high output and volume.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“There is no problem for us to even double our production.”
Soundbite in ENGLISH from Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General:
“We are facing an increasingly more difficult international security situation and to keep 1 billion people safe in NATO territory, yes, we need to spend more money. We're doing that.”
TITLE:
FROM STEEL TO SECURITY: INSIDE NATO’S DEFENCE FACTORIES
Voice over: Everything starts here. Inside the earth. This is where the raw material is extracted to produce, among other things, the defence capabilities that NATO needs to protect us.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Jenny Greberg, Vice President Technology, LKAB
‘Iron ore that becomes eventually steel is important for our society in general. It's important both for construction, roads, buildings, modern technology, but also for the military industry.’
Voice over: We are not at war, but we are not at peace either. We need to be ready and able to defend the people living in the Alliance in case of an attack. To do so, converting the money assigned to our defence budgets into combat-ready capabilities is crucial. And speeding up this process is even more so.
TITLE
Ready to produce more
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Vladimir Rada, CEO, Sellier & Bellot
“In our production plant where we are now, Sellier & Bellot is able to produce 1.5 billion rounds of ammunition, which means per day we are able to produce 4 million rounds.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, René de Wit, CEO, Defenture
“The call to action we received last year, especially during the NATO summit. We've ramped up our production. It's a given that we need to spend money on defence. There's no way around that.
I think what is important, and we see this trend now increasing, is that Europe needs to spend money on their own defence and not just rely on the US for that.”
Voice over: In today’s complex security environment, building a stronger NATO, in which all Allies contribute more fairly to our collective defence, is key. Defence industries across Europe and Canada are expanding their capabilities and taking greater responsibility for military production.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“The situation in the world forces us to be able to produce more and our location gives us an opportunity to produce product for Europe, but also for US.”
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director, Arquus Limoges
“So how does a company prepare itself and how does it adapt? Everyone knows the geopolitical context of the past few years, so we prepare, we invest and we transform. We have a factory that is flexible and we have major investment.”
Voice over: At a time when not only Russia, but all our adversaries are churning out military equipment around the clock, there’s no time to waste. Ramping up manufacturing capabilities ensures our forces have the equipment they need to do their job now, and in the future. Allies have already begun to turn the tide, producing faster and at a greater scale.
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director Arquus Limoges
“For several years now, we’ve known that the armed forces have real requirements and that we, as the defence technological and industrial base, have to meet those requirements, have to transform and invest to fulfil those kinds of contracts, like for the contract Arquus recently signed for the PL6T six-tonne logistics carrier.
For PL6T we will be working in partnership with German manufacturer Daimler Truck, which will supply the carrier while we adapt the equipment on the vehicles.
This a European partnership.”
TITLE: WORKING TOGETHER TO MEET PRODUCTION NEEDS
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Vincent, Production Manager, Arquus
“The majority of our suppliers are French. Major foundries, big names in French industry, but we also use foreign engine manufacturers.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, René de Wit, CEO, Defenture
“We work together with various countries and, as mentioned, we deliver the vehicles to various countries.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Vladimir Rada, CEO, Sellier & Bellot
“We continuously invest in our research and development.
We would like to also support our customers with the newly developed ammunition. For example, it might be for especially NATO use the anti-drone ammunition, which might be used directly on the field as a protection of the soldiers.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“We also cooperate with other countries in terms of buying some components but also delivering our products over to them. We work very closely with, for example, Romania, with Polish Air Force, with US defence sector, etc.
VOICEOVER: Producing more is an absolute necessity. But innovating and using the latest technologies is also key in a world where artificial intelligence, quantum computing and drones are reshaping the concept of conflict, and how we need to defend ourselves.
TITLE: INNOVATING TO DEFEND TODAY AND TOMORROW
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Marc Wietfeld, CEO, ARX
The future of warfare will be defined by the pace of technology. And for us, it will be extremely important to keep up with this pace. So we need to provide the best and the latest technology as fast as possible in the highest quality and quantity for our armed forces to help them to fulfil their mission.’
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Jenny Greberg, Vice President Technology, LKAB
“We're down to 1,365 metres in the Kiruna mine that you see behind me here.
And in order to stay safe and competitive while mining at those depths, we need to focus a lot of technology development and innovation.
We have, for instance, robot dogs that we use in the mine because they can move in areas where it's not safe for humans.
And another example is drones. So we send the drones down in the several hundred metres deep vertical shafts to inspect to see if we have any damage.
VOICEOVER: Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, new technology on the battlefield has been quickly developing, making a clear call for industries to adapt and use these lessons to produce new capabilities.
SOUNDBITE (ENGLISH), DRONE PILOT, CANADIAN ARMED FORCES
“Drone technology has leaped every three months in some cases, so it is important to continue to test and adjust for the current mission set that’s on the ground and the challenges that are faced there.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, MARK, CEO, ARX
“So what we did is together with the Ukrainian armed forces, we developed a system which is suitable for the reality of the battlefield. We develop the technology in very short iterations, together with the Ukrainians.
Voiceover:
‘NATO and its Allies take the challenge of innovating fast and at scale very seriously and are already investing in a range of initiatives designed to accelerate the adoption of new technologies.
Raising demand in defence production though isn’t just about security. It also brings benefits for our societies, as it helps create new jobs.’
TITLE: CREATING JOBS
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Marion, Worker, Arquus
“In December 2025, I signed an indefinite duration contract with Arquus. I got my start with the trade school. That’s where they taught me all the basics of mechanics, all the clamping that you had to know so you could work at the work station.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH Kağan Meijer, Ballistics & Mine Protection Engineer, Defenture
“So the whole job that I'm doing right now is actually the dream of a 12-year-old kid. I was 12 years old and I wanted to know more depth about military vehicle technology, wanted to understand how everything functions, how it's been put together, how it all works. When I finished my studies, I hopped into the defence industry as a 23-year-old kid. And it was a dream come true for me. It was every day a hustle to create all the perfect solutions for all the people, all the customers, all the protectors that we have.”
SOUNDBITE IN POLISH
Witold Śpiewak, Technical Section Manager of the F-16 Programme, PZL
“Together with my team, we support the production of F-16 structures by solving day-to-day production issues and optimising the manufacturing process. We work with truly outstanding products and alongside people from whom we can gain knowledge and valuable skills. We have access to extensive resources, both advanced machinery and experienced specialists, which allows us to broaden our horizons, grow our expertise and develop our careers.
VOICEOVER: Expanding defence production creates jobs today and helps build career pathways for young people who will shape the workforce of tomorrow.
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director, Arquus Limoges
“The goal, at least for us, is to be ready to produce, to have the right skills at the right time and to keep them over the long term
That’s why, both in production and the technical trades we will be recruiting regularly across all fields, at all the company’s factories.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Filip Volek, Manufacturing Department, Sellier & Bellot
“It's very important, this company, for our region because it gives financial stability in our region. It gives young people a chance to stay in the region and to build a professional career in a field which is now growing.
VOICEOVER:
Those who work in the defence industry take pride in what they do. By contributing to the
security of the Alliance, every worker plays a meaningful role in safeguarding our future.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH - Daniel Jatko, Technician, Production, LKAB
“My father has always worked in the mine. It was a no-brainer for me to start working. Just that I could develop so much, working here.”
Witold Śpiewak, Technical Section Manager, F-16 Programme, PZL
“I enjoy my work because we work with very unique products. These are aviation legends, the Black Hawk, the F-16, the M28. Truly legendary aircraft. We feel proud whenever we see them in the sky or hear in the news that these aircraft are saving lives.”
VOICEOVER: Behind every innovation, every skill and every effort, there is a common goal: together, we can better keep our people safe.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH Kağan Meijer, Ballistics & Mine Protection Engineer, Defenture
“Seeing that the vehicles I have contributed to are effectively working in the field, makes the mission for me more tangible.
We have to think a lot before taking steps because other people are also playing chess with us, to give damage to the vehicle or try to hurt the people that protect us.
But after a long day, when I get back home, I have the total feeling of happiness, of knowing that I have achieved the mission of the day. And the mission is always protecting the ones who protect us.”
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From steel to security: Inside NATO’s defence factories
From armoured vehicles in France, helicopters in Poland and ammunition factories in Czechia, NATO is ramping up defence production. To protect our way of life, we need to produce even more.
Détails des ressources
- Date de publication 09 July 2026
- Lieu Various
- Version Master
- Thèmes Industry , Deterrence and defence
- Musique UPM_Zone685_7_Time_Sensitive_Instrumental_McNeil_2021957 - UPM_NOVA120_1_Constant_Motion_Instrumental_Cotton_Niblett_1190108 - UPM_Zone685_7_Time_Sensitive_Instrumental_McNeil_2021957 - UPM_ATMOS607_1_Binary_Awakening_Instrumental_Nketia_2235961 - UPM_BER1264_16_Particles_And_Fields_Instrumental_Schalz_Schluecker_Tenner_981365 - UPM_KOS941_15_Voice_Fragments_Instrumental_Rig_Tony_Di_Ama_2175076 - UPM_ATMOS402_18_Machine_Learning_Instrumental_Cotton_Niblett_1018506 - UPM_AUPM127_6_Reaching_For_The_Future_Instrumental_O_Brien_1370053 - UPM_ATMOS607_9_Initial_Assessment_Underscore_Farrell_2235985 (1)
Synopsis
From an armoured vehicle production line in France to a helicopter assembly plant in Poland and an ammunition factory in Czechia, NATO's defence industry is accelerating production to meet the demands of a rapidly changing security environment.
As NATO Allies increase defence investment and expand industrial capacity, manufacturers say they are ready to deliver at scale.
New technologies, greater production capabilities, and closer cooperation between industry and Allies are helping strengthen NATO's collective defence and deterrence.
Featuring exclusive access to Europe's defence factories and interviews with industry leaders, we explore how Europe's defence industry is transforming to keep pace with today's security challenges.
Transcription
Soundbite in ENGLISH Mark, ARX CEO
“We are convinced that scaling new technologies to a very high number could avoid a war.”
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director Arquus Limoges
“We are ready, and have been ready for several years now, to deliver this high output and volume.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“There is no problem for us to even double our production.”
Soundbite in ENGLISH from Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General:
“We are facing an increasingly more difficult international security situation and to keep 1 billion people safe in NATO territory, yes, we need to spend more money. We're doing that.”
TITLE:
FROM STEEL TO SECURITY: INSIDE NATO’S DEFENCE FACTORIES
Voice over: Everything starts here. Inside the earth. This is where the raw material is extracted to produce, among other things, the defence capabilities that NATO needs to protect us.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Jenny Greberg, Vice President Technology, LKAB
‘Iron ore that becomes eventually steel is important for our society in general. It's important both for construction, roads, buildings, modern technology, but also for the military industry.’
Voice over: We are not at war, but we are not at peace either. We need to be ready and able to defend the people living in the Alliance in case of an attack. To do so, converting the money assigned to our defence budgets into combat-ready capabilities is crucial. And speeding up this process is even more so.
TITLE
Ready to produce more
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Vladimir Rada, CEO, Sellier & Bellot
“In our production plant where we are now, Sellier & Bellot is able to produce 1.5 billion rounds of ammunition, which means per day we are able to produce 4 million rounds.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, René de Wit, CEO, Defenture
“The call to action we received last year, especially during the NATO summit. We've ramped up our production. It's a given that we need to spend money on defence. There's no way around that.
I think what is important, and we see this trend now increasing, is that Europe needs to spend money on their own defence and not just rely on the US for that.”
Voice over: In today’s complex security environment, building a stronger NATO, in which all Allies contribute more fairly to our collective defence, is key. Defence industries across Europe and Canada are expanding their capabilities and taking greater responsibility for military production.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“The situation in the world forces us to be able to produce more and our location gives us an opportunity to produce product for Europe, but also for US.”
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director, Arquus Limoges
“So how does a company prepare itself and how does it adapt? Everyone knows the geopolitical context of the past few years, so we prepare, we invest and we transform. We have a factory that is flexible and we have major investment.”
Voice over: At a time when not only Russia, but all our adversaries are churning out military equipment around the clock, there’s no time to waste. Ramping up manufacturing capabilities ensures our forces have the equipment they need to do their job now, and in the future. Allies have already begun to turn the tide, producing faster and at a greater scale.
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director Arquus Limoges
“For several years now, we’ve known that the armed forces have real requirements and that we, as the defence technological and industrial base, have to meet those requirements, have to transform and invest to fulfil those kinds of contracts, like for the contract Arquus recently signed for the PL6T six-tonne logistics carrier.
For PL6T we will be working in partnership with German manufacturer Daimler Truck, which will supply the carrier while we adapt the equipment on the vehicles.
This a European partnership.”
TITLE: WORKING TOGETHER TO MEET PRODUCTION NEEDS
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Vincent, Production Manager, Arquus
“The majority of our suppliers are French. Major foundries, big names in French industry, but we also use foreign engine manufacturers.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, René de Wit, CEO, Defenture
“We work together with various countries and, as mentioned, we deliver the vehicles to various countries.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Vladimir Rada, CEO, Sellier & Bellot
“We continuously invest in our research and development.
We would like to also support our customers with the newly developed ammunition. For example, it might be for especially NATO use the anti-drone ammunition, which might be used directly on the field as a protection of the soldiers.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“We also cooperate with other countries in terms of buying some components but also delivering our products over to them. We work very closely with, for example, Romania, with Polish Air Force, with US defence sector, etc.
VOICEOVER: Producing more is an absolute necessity. But innovating and using the latest technologies is also key in a world where artificial intelligence, quantum computing and drones are reshaping the concept of conflict, and how we need to defend ourselves.
TITLE: INNOVATING TO DEFEND TODAY AND TOMORROW
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Marc Wietfeld, CEO, ARX
The future of warfare will be defined by the pace of technology. And for us, it will be extremely important to keep up with this pace. So we need to provide the best and the latest technology as fast as possible in the highest quality and quantity for our armed forces to help them to fulfil their mission.’
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Jenny Greberg, Vice President Technology, LKAB
“We're down to 1,365 metres in the Kiruna mine that you see behind me here.
And in order to stay safe and competitive while mining at those depths, we need to focus a lot of technology development and innovation.
We have, for instance, robot dogs that we use in the mine because they can move in areas where it's not safe for humans.
And another example is drones. So we send the drones down in the several hundred metres deep vertical shafts to inspect to see if we have any damage.
VOICEOVER: Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, new technology on the battlefield has been quickly developing, making a clear call for industries to adapt and use these lessons to produce new capabilities.
SOUNDBITE (ENGLISH), DRONE PILOT, CANADIAN ARMED FORCES
“Drone technology has leaped every three months in some cases, so it is important to continue to test and adjust for the current mission set that’s on the ground and the challenges that are faced there.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, MARK, CEO, ARX
“So what we did is together with the Ukrainian armed forces, we developed a system which is suitable for the reality of the battlefield. We develop the technology in very short iterations, together with the Ukrainians.
Voiceover:
‘NATO and its Allies take the challenge of innovating fast and at scale very seriously and are already investing in a range of initiatives designed to accelerate the adoption of new technologies.
Raising demand in defence production though isn’t just about security. It also brings benefits for our societies, as it helps create new jobs.’
TITLE: CREATING JOBS
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Marion, Worker, Arquus
“In December 2025, I signed an indefinite duration contract with Arquus. I got my start with the trade school. That’s where they taught me all the basics of mechanics, all the clamping that you had to know so you could work at the work station.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH Kağan Meijer, Ballistics & Mine Protection Engineer, Defenture
“So the whole job that I'm doing right now is actually the dream of a 12-year-old kid. I was 12 years old and I wanted to know more depth about military vehicle technology, wanted to understand how everything functions, how it's been put together, how it all works. When I finished my studies, I hopped into the defence industry as a 23-year-old kid. And it was a dream come true for me. It was every day a hustle to create all the perfect solutions for all the people, all the customers, all the protectors that we have.”
SOUNDBITE IN POLISH
Witold Śpiewak, Technical Section Manager of the F-16 Programme, PZL
“Together with my team, we support the production of F-16 structures by solving day-to-day production issues and optimising the manufacturing process. We work with truly outstanding products and alongside people from whom we can gain knowledge and valuable skills. We have access to extensive resources, both advanced machinery and experienced specialists, which allows us to broaden our horizons, grow our expertise and develop our careers.
VOICEOVER: Expanding defence production creates jobs today and helps build career pathways for young people who will shape the workforce of tomorrow.
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director, Arquus Limoges
“The goal, at least for us, is to be ready to produce, to have the right skills at the right time and to keep them over the long term
That’s why, both in production and the technical trades we will be recruiting regularly across all fields, at all the company’s factories.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Filip Volek, Manufacturing Department, Sellier & Bellot
“It's very important, this company, for our region because it gives financial stability in our region. It gives young people a chance to stay in the region and to build a professional career in a field which is now growing.
VOICEOVER:
Those who work in the defence industry take pride in what they do. By contributing to the
security of the Alliance, every worker plays a meaningful role in safeguarding our future.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH - Daniel Jatko, Technician, Production, LKAB
“My father has always worked in the mine. It was a no-brainer for me to start working. Just that I could develop so much, working here.”
Witold Śpiewak, Technical Section Manager, F-16 Programme, PZL
“I enjoy my work because we work with very unique products. These are aviation legends, the Black Hawk, the F-16, the M28. Truly legendary aircraft. We feel proud whenever we see them in the sky or hear in the news that these aircraft are saving lives.”
VOICEOVER: Behind every innovation, every skill and every effort, there is a common goal: together, we can better keep our people safe.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH Kağan Meijer, Ballistics & Mine Protection Engineer, Defenture
“Seeing that the vehicles I have contributed to are effectively working in the field, makes the mission for me more tangible.
We have to think a lot before taking steps because other people are also playing chess with us, to give damage to the vehicle or try to hurt the people that protect us.
But after a long day, when I get back home, I have the total feeling of happiness, of knowing that I have achieved the mission of the day. And the mission is always protecting the ones who protect us.”
Droits d'utilisation
FERMER
This media asset is free for editorial broadcast, print, online and radio use. It is restricted for use for other purposes. This video contains Thomson Reuters copyrighted library material licensed by NATO, which cannot be used as part of a new production without consent of the copyright holder. Please contact Thomson Reuters to clear this material.
From steel to security: Inside NATO’s defence factories
From armoured vehicles in France, helicopters in Poland and ammunition factories in Czechia, NATO is ramping up defence production. To protect our way of life, we need to produce even more.
Détails des ressources
- Date de publication 09 July 2026
- Lieu Various
- Version International
- Thèmes Industry , Deterrence and defence
- Musique UPM_Zone685_7_Time_Sensitive_Instrumental_McNeil_2021957 - UPM_NOVA120_1_Constant_Motion_Instrumental_Cotton_Niblett_1190108 - UPM_Zone685_7_Time_Sensitive_Instrumental_McNeil_2021957 - UPM_ATMOS607_1_Binary_Awakening_Instrumental_Nketia_2235961 - UPM_BER1264_16_Particles_And_Fields_Instrumental_Schalz_Schluecker_Tenner_981365 - UPM_KOS941_15_Voice_Fragments_Instrumental_Rig_Tony_Di_Ama_2175076 - UPM_ATMOS402_18_Machine_Learning_Instrumental_Cotton_Niblett_1018506 - UPM_AUPM127_6_Reaching_For_The_Future_Instrumental_O_Brien_1370053 - UPM_ATMOS607_9_Initial_Assessment_Underscore_Farrell_2235985 (1)
Synopsis
From an armoured vehicle production line in France to a helicopter assembly plant in Poland and an ammunition factory in Czechia, NATO's defence industry is accelerating production to meet the demands of a rapidly changing security environment.
As NATO Allies increase defence investment and expand industrial capacity, manufacturers say they are ready to deliver at scale.
New technologies, greater production capabilities, and closer cooperation between industry and Allies are helping strengthen NATO's collective defence and deterrence.
Featuring exclusive access to Europe's defence factories and interviews with industry leaders, we explore how Europe's defence industry is transforming to keep pace with today's security challenges.
Transcription
Soundbite in ENGLISH Mark, ARX CEO
“We are convinced that scaling new technologies to a very high number could avoid a war.”
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director Arquus Limoges
“We are ready, and have been ready for several years now, to deliver this high output and volume.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“There is no problem for us to even double our production.”
Soundbite in ENGLISH from Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General:
“We are facing an increasingly more difficult international security situation and to keep 1 billion people safe in NATO territory, yes, we need to spend more money. We're doing that.”
TITLE:
FROM STEEL TO SECURITY: INSIDE NATO’S DEFENCE FACTORIES
Voice over: Everything starts here. Inside the earth. This is where the raw material is extracted to produce, among other things, the defence capabilities that NATO needs to protect us.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Jenny Greberg, Vice President Technology, LKAB
‘Iron ore that becomes eventually steel is important for our society in general. It's important both for construction, roads, buildings, modern technology, but also for the military industry.’
Voice over: We are not at war, but we are not at peace either. We need to be ready and able to defend the people living in the Alliance in case of an attack. To do so, converting the money assigned to our defence budgets into combat-ready capabilities is crucial. And speeding up this process is even more so.
TITLE
Ready to produce more
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Vladimir Rada, CEO, Sellier & Bellot
“In our production plant where we are now, Sellier & Bellot is able to produce 1.5 billion rounds of ammunition, which means per day we are able to produce 4 million rounds.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, René de Wit, CEO, Defenture
“The call to action we received last year, especially during the NATO summit. We've ramped up our production. It's a given that we need to spend money on defence. There's no way around that.
I think what is important, and we see this trend now increasing, is that Europe needs to spend money on their own defence and not just rely on the US for that.”
Voice over: In today’s complex security environment, building a stronger NATO, in which all Allies contribute more fairly to our collective defence, is key. Defence industries across Europe and Canada are expanding their capabilities and taking greater responsibility for military production.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“The situation in the world forces us to be able to produce more and our location gives us an opportunity to produce product for Europe, but also for US.”
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director, Arquus Limoges
“So how does a company prepare itself and how does it adapt? Everyone knows the geopolitical context of the past few years, so we prepare, we invest and we transform. We have a factory that is flexible and we have major investment.”
Voice over: At a time when not only Russia, but all our adversaries are churning out military equipment around the clock, there’s no time to waste. Ramping up manufacturing capabilities ensures our forces have the equipment they need to do their job now, and in the future. Allies have already begun to turn the tide, producing faster and at a greater scale.
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director Arquus Limoges
“For several years now, we’ve known that the armed forces have real requirements and that we, as the defence technological and industrial base, have to meet those requirements, have to transform and invest to fulfil those kinds of contracts, like for the contract Arquus recently signed for the PL6T six-tonne logistics carrier.
For PL6T we will be working in partnership with German manufacturer Daimler Truck, which will supply the carrier while we adapt the equipment on the vehicles.
This a European partnership.”
TITLE: WORKING TOGETHER TO MEET PRODUCTION NEEDS
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Vincent, Production Manager, Arquus
“The majority of our suppliers are French. Major foundries, big names in French industry, but we also use foreign engine manufacturers.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, René de Wit, CEO, Defenture
“We work together with various countries and, as mentioned, we deliver the vehicles to various countries.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Vladimir Rada, CEO, Sellier & Bellot
“We continuously invest in our research and development.
We would like to also support our customers with the newly developed ammunition. For example, it might be for especially NATO use the anti-drone ammunition, which might be used directly on the field as a protection of the soldiers.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Janusz Zakręcki, President, PZL Mielec
“We also cooperate with other countries in terms of buying some components but also delivering our products over to them. We work very closely with, for example, Romania, with Polish Air Force, with US defence sector, etc.
VOICEOVER: Producing more is an absolute necessity. But innovating and using the latest technologies is also key in a world where artificial intelligence, quantum computing and drones are reshaping the concept of conflict, and how we need to defend ourselves.
TITLE: INNOVATING TO DEFEND TODAY AND TOMORROW
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Marc Wietfeld, CEO, ARX
The future of warfare will be defined by the pace of technology. And for us, it will be extremely important to keep up with this pace. So we need to provide the best and the latest technology as fast as possible in the highest quality and quantity for our armed forces to help them to fulfil their mission.’
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, Jenny Greberg, Vice President Technology, LKAB
“We're down to 1,365 metres in the Kiruna mine that you see behind me here.
And in order to stay safe and competitive while mining at those depths, we need to focus a lot of technology development and innovation.
We have, for instance, robot dogs that we use in the mine because they can move in areas where it's not safe for humans.
And another example is drones. So we send the drones down in the several hundred metres deep vertical shafts to inspect to see if we have any damage.
VOICEOVER: Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, new technology on the battlefield has been quickly developing, making a clear call for industries to adapt and use these lessons to produce new capabilities.
SOUNDBITE (ENGLISH), DRONE PILOT, CANADIAN ARMED FORCES
“Drone technology has leaped every three months in some cases, so it is important to continue to test and adjust for the current mission set that’s on the ground and the challenges that are faced there.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH, MARK, CEO, ARX
“So what we did is together with the Ukrainian armed forces, we developed a system which is suitable for the reality of the battlefield. We develop the technology in very short iterations, together with the Ukrainians.
Voiceover:
‘NATO and its Allies take the challenge of innovating fast and at scale very seriously and are already investing in a range of initiatives designed to accelerate the adoption of new technologies.
Raising demand in defence production though isn’t just about security. It also brings benefits for our societies, as it helps create new jobs.’
TITLE: CREATING JOBS
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Marion, Worker, Arquus
“In December 2025, I signed an indefinite duration contract with Arquus. I got my start with the trade school. That’s where they taught me all the basics of mechanics, all the clamping that you had to know so you could work at the work station.”
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH Kağan Meijer, Ballistics & Mine Protection Engineer, Defenture
“So the whole job that I'm doing right now is actually the dream of a 12-year-old kid. I was 12 years old and I wanted to know more depth about military vehicle technology, wanted to understand how everything functions, how it's been put together, how it all works. When I finished my studies, I hopped into the defence industry as a 23-year-old kid. And it was a dream come true for me. It was every day a hustle to create all the perfect solutions for all the people, all the customers, all the protectors that we have.”
SOUNDBITE IN POLISH
Witold Śpiewak, Technical Section Manager of the F-16 Programme, PZL
“Together with my team, we support the production of F-16 structures by solving day-to-day production issues and optimising the manufacturing process. We work with truly outstanding products and alongside people from whom we can gain knowledge and valuable skills. We have access to extensive resources, both advanced machinery and experienced specialists, which allows us to broaden our horizons, grow our expertise and develop our careers.
VOICEOVER: Expanding defence production creates jobs today and helps build career pathways for young people who will shape the workforce of tomorrow.
SOUNDBITE IN FRENCH, Sophie, Director, Arquus Limoges
“The goal, at least for us, is to be ready to produce, to have the right skills at the right time and to keep them over the long term
That’s why, both in production and the technical trades we will be recruiting regularly across all fields, at all the company’s factories.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH – Filip Volek, Manufacturing Department, Sellier & Bellot
“It's very important, this company, for our region because it gives financial stability in our region. It gives young people a chance to stay in the region and to build a professional career in a field which is now growing.
VOICEOVER:
Those who work in the defence industry take pride in what they do. By contributing to the
security of the Alliance, every worker plays a meaningful role in safeguarding our future.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH - Daniel Jatko, Technician, Production, LKAB
“My father has always worked in the mine. It was a no-brainer for me to start working. Just that I could develop so much, working here.”
Witold Śpiewak, Technical Section Manager, F-16 Programme, PZL
“I enjoy my work because we work with very unique products. These are aviation legends, the Black Hawk, the F-16, the M28. Truly legendary aircraft. We feel proud whenever we see them in the sky or hear in the news that these aircraft are saving lives.”
VOICEOVER: Behind every innovation, every skill and every effort, there is a common goal: together, we can better keep our people safe.
SOUNDBITE IN ENGLISH Kağan Meijer, Ballistics & Mine Protection Engineer, Defenture
“Seeing that the vehicles I have contributed to are effectively working in the field, makes the mission for me more tangible.
We have to think a lot before taking steps because other people are also playing chess with us, to give damage to the vehicle or try to hurt the people that protect us.
But after a long day, when I get back home, I have the total feeling of happiness, of knowing that I have achieved the mission of the day. And the mission is always protecting the ones who protect us.”
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