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Proguns Group is helping to establish Poland's first 40 mm ammunition production facility

Proguns Group S.A., together with the Niewiadów-PGM Group, Zakłady Sprzętu Precyzyjnego Niewiadów (ZSP), and the Forum 119 FIZ fund, is carrying out one of the most significant projects in the Polish defense industry. A modern 40 mm ammunition factory is being built in Niewiadów, with an investment budget of 67.4 mln zł. This project paves the way for Proguns Group to enter the medium-caliber ammunition production segment and strengthens the company’s position in the defense technology industry.

Proguns Group's Key Role in a Strategic Project

For Proguns Group, this is a landmark project, as the company is involved in every stage of establishing the new production facility—from infrastructure preparation, through the technology transfer process, to the implementation of operational solutions. Participation in this investment enables the company to rapidly develop the capabilities that will allow it to enter the medium-caliber ammunition market both in Poland and abroad. The collaboration with the Niewiadów-PGM Group and the opportunity to utilize ST Engineering’s licensed technology give Proguns Group access to advanced know-how that was previously unavailable in the domestic industry.

Technology Transfer from a Global Leader

The 30-year license agreement signed between ZSP Niewiadów and ST Engineering Advanced Material Engineering Pte. Ltd. provides access to state-of-the-art technology for the production of 40 mm ammunition. The documentation and know-how obtained form the foundation for the construction of the Polish factory, and Proguns Group—as an active participant in the project—can leverage this expertise for its own development projects. The involvement of such a strong technology partner—which has been in operation for over 55 years and collaborates with the armed forces of 46 countries—significantly enhances the stature and potential of the entire project.

Addressing the Market's Strategic Needs

The market for 40 mm ammunition in Europe is characterized by exceptionally high and growing demand. EU member states have more than 42,000 grenade launchers of this caliber, and ammunition stocks exceed 42 million rounds. The value of the European market is estimated at $2.3 billion, of which approximately $200 million annually is generated by training needs alone. Rising defense spending and the European Union’s drive to increase technological self-sufficiency make the launch of domestic production of 40 mm ammunition a venture with exceptional growth potential. By participating in the construction of a new factory, Proguns Group is becoming one of the entities capable of meeting this growing demand.

Statement by the CEO of Proguns Group

Proguns plays a key role in the project, drawing on the experience of the Niewiadów-PGM Group and technology transfer. As Marcin Krajewski, President of the Management Board of Proguns Group S.A., emphasizes: “Entering the medium-caliber ammunition production segment is an extremely important step toward growth for Proguns. Based on my experience gained during many years of service in the Combat Teams of the GROM Military Unit, I can confirm that 40 mm ammunition is an extremely effective weapon used in hand-held and automatic grenade launchers. Thanks to our collaboration with the Niewiadów-PGM Group, Forum 119 FIZ, and the use of licensed ST Engineering technology, we are implementing a project that aligns with Poland’s priorities regarding security and technological independence.”

New Growth Opportunities for Proguns Group

Through its participation in this investment, Proguns Group is strengthening its expertise in defense technology and manufacturing, building the operational infrastructure needed to enter the medium-caliber ammunition market, and becoming an integral part of the newly emerging industrial ecosystem in Niewiadów. The project opens up new growth opportunities for the company and allows it to solidify its position as a key partner in building Poland’s technological independence.

A Strong Partnership as the Foundation of the Project

The investment is being carried out jointly by Proguns Group S.A., Grupa Niewiadów-PGM S.A., Zakłady Sprzętu Precyzyjnego Niewiadów, the Forum 119 FIZ fund, and ST Engineering Advanced Material Engineering Pte. Ltd. The synergy of these entities’ expertise, experience, and advanced technology creates a solid foundation for the development of Poland’s medium-caliber ammunition segment. Proguns Group’s participation in this project strengthens its position as one of the key players in the domestic defense sector.

STATEMENT / GDPR INFORMATION CLAUSE

In accordance with Article 13 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27, 2016 (GDPR), we hereby inform you that:

1. Personal Data Controller

The controller of your personal data is Proguns Group S.A., with its registered office in Warsaw 00-848, at ul. Żelazna 59a, apt. 6.2, KRS: 0000724362, NIP: 7010811790, REGON: 369760647

2. Data Protection Officer

The controller has appointed a Data Protection Officer, who can be contacted at the following email address: n.kos@fapocisk.pl

3. Scope of Data Processed

We process your personal data in the following areas:

– first and last name,

– home address,

– identification document number (to the extent required by law),

– other data required by law in connection with the conclusion and execution of transactions,

– information regarding the right to acquire and possess firearms, if required by law.

4. Purposes and Legal Basis for Data Processing

Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:

– to fulfill the sales contract and comply with the documentation requirements related to the sale, including issuing a VAT invoice—pursuant to Article 6(1)(b) and (c) of the GDPR,

– to fulfill the legal obligations incumbent upon the controller, in particular those arising from regulations governing the trade in weapons and ammunition, including record-keeping and reporting obligations – Article 6(1)(c) of the GDPR,

– the transfer of data to the competent authorities, in particular the Police, to the extent and under the conditions set forth in the laws governing the trade in firearms and ammunition – Article 6(1)(c) of the GDPR,

– to fulfill the obligations arising, in particular, from the following provisions:

  • The Act of May 21, 1999, on Weapons and Ammunition (Journal of Laws of 2024, Item 485)

  • Implementing regulations for this Act,

– pursuant to Article 6(1)(c) of the GDPR,

5. Data Recipients

The recipients of your data may include:

– public authorities, in particular the police and other agencies authorized by law,

– entities providing accounting, legal, and IT services to the controller,

– entities that process personal data on behalf of the controller, pursuant to data processing agreements (Article 28 of the GDPR).

6. Data Retention Period

Personal data will be retained for the period required by law, specifically:

– for the duration of the retention period for tax records (generally 5 years),

– for the period specified in the regulations governing the trade in weapons and ammunition,

– until the statute of limitations for claims expires (generally 6 years).

7. Rights of the Data Subject

You have the right to: access your data, have it corrected, restrict its processing, object to its processing (in cases provided for by law), have it erased (in cases provided for by law), transfer your data (to the extent applicable), and file a complaint with the President of the Personal Data Protection Office.

8. Transfer of Data Outside the EEA

Your data is not transferred to third countries (outside the European Economic Area) or to international organizations.

9. Obligation to Provide Information

Providing personal information is mandatory to the extent required by law, particularly laws governing the sale of firearms and ammunition. Failure to provide this information will prevent the transaction from being concluded and completed.

10. Automated Decision-Making

Your data will not be processed automatically, nor will it be subject to profiling.

Personal data is processed in accordance with the principles set forth in Article 5 of the GDPR, in particular the principles of lawfulness, fairness, transparency, and data minimization.