LIG Defense & Aerospace (LIG D&A) has opened its 'Peru Latin America Office,' marking a significant step in its expansion into the Latin American defense market.
The company announced that on July 17, local time, a ceremony was held to inaugurate the office, attended by Shin Ik-hyun, CEO of LIG D&A, Choi Jong-wook, the South Korean Ambassador to Peru, Congressman Jorge Montoya, and Admiral Bravo De Rueda of the Peruvian Navy, along with over 60 officials from both governments, military, and the defense industry.
The new office, alongside the existing office in Colombia, is expected to respond swiftly to the growing defense demand in the region and expand local K-defense needs through close marketing and technical support.
During the ceremony, Shin Ik-hyun emphasized, "The opening of the Latin America office is a firm commitment from LIG D&A to grow alongside our customers by sharing their concerns more closely. We aim to become a true partner for Latin American countries through thorough post-sale support, close technical cooperation, and joint growth with local companies, beyond merely selling weapon systems."
Recently, LIG D&A has achieved visible results in the Latin American market, particularly in Peru. In November 2024, the company signed a contract to supply combat systems, electronic warfare, and data link equipment for the Peruvian Navy's 3,400-ton frigates and 2,200-ton offshore patrol vessels.
With advanced combat system technology, LIG D&A aims to position itself as a key partner in the modernization of the Peruvian Navy, leveraging synergies with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, which possesses top-tier shipbuilding capabilities.
Additionally, in April of last year, LIG D&A participated in the 'Peru International Defense Exhibition (SITDEF 2025),' showcasing various systems including combat systems for vessels, multifunction radars, close-in weapon systems (CIWS-II), guided weapon systems such as Haegung and Bi-gung, submarine systems, unmanned surface vessels, ground anti-tank guided weapons, and communication systems.
A representative from LIG D&A stated, "Peru is a strategic hub in the region where security and defense cooperation is of utmost importance. With the opening of this office, we aim to successfully complete our combat system projects and diversify our portfolio to meet the local military's needs, accelerating our expansion into the global market."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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