Cutting-edge Hungarian armoured vehicle factory could create 500 new workplaces – PHOTOS

The Lynx combat vehicle factory might possibly be the flagship of the rebuilding of the defense industry in Hungary. The factory which is currently undergoing its construction in Zalaegerszeg is completely in line with the goal of the Hungarian Government, – said László Palkovics, the Hungarian Minister of Innovation and Technology during the topping out celebration of the factory.

The plant is a joint venture of HUF 60 billion (€ 173 million) between the Hungarian state and the German Rheinmetall defence industry giant. László Palkovics also highlighted that the plant is important for many reasons. It will be a vital basis for the Hungarian defence industry.

Not only will it provide an important uplifting factor for the economy in general, but the factory creates up to 500 new workplaces.

Additionally, it plays a crucial role in the development of Hungary’s vehicle industry and its pursuit of innovation and development.

The Minister of Innovation and Technology added, that the modernisation of the Hungarian Defence Force requires cutting-edge technologies and an arms or defence industry. According to the minister, with similar investments such as the Lynx factory, Hungary’s armed forces might become influential in the region by 2030.

“The plant producing infantry fighting vehicles also contributes to being able to spend 2% of Hungary’s GDP on defence development,” – László Palkovics said.

Tibor Benkő Defence Minister said that the Hungarian government recreated the Hungarian defence industry and the plant in Zala county will become the symbol of a ‘xhange of era’. From 2023, one of the most modern and cutting-edge armoured combat vehicles will be manufactured in Hungary in Zalaegerszeg and thanks to the nearby ZalaZone testing field, a complex development process can be realised.