CroatiaA German arms manufacturer, Heckler & Koch, reported record profits in the first half of the year due to increased defense spending by NATO members following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The company's revenue reached €263.9 million, up 47.1% compared to the same period last year, while profits more than tripled to €40.8 million. The company produces assault rifles, machine guns, pistols, and grenade launchers, supplying weapons to Germany, France, Norway, and Baltic countries seeking to strengthen their defenses amid proximity to Russia. While order value slightly decreased to €260 million compared to the previous year, the German military significantly increased its order for assault rifles, raising total order value further. The company plans to invest €230 million by 2028 into new equipment, infrastructure modernization, and more efficient production processes.
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