22 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Paksi SE won 2–1 over Zalaegerszeg on Tue Predicted lineups are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be available about an hour ahead of the match The current head to head record for the teams are Paksi SE 8 win(s) Zalaegerszeg haven't lost to Paksi SE in their last 5 meetings (2W Who won between Paksi SE and Zalaegerszeg on Tue 22 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT?Paksi SE won 2–1 over Zalaegerszeg on Tue 22 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT.InsightsHaven't lost in 13 matches Paksi SE is playing home against Zalaegerszeg on Tue the asphalting of the high-speed oval track at the Zalaegerszeg automotive test track will be completed with its full operation set for May next year according to Managing Director of AVL ZalaZONE Proving Ground Ltd Zoltán Hamar which includes two parabolic turns angled at 47 degrees it will be suitable for stress testing of braking systems the CEO noted that only two machinery chains in the world are capable of asphalting at a 47-degree slope Hamar recalled that the 250-hectare ZalaZONE test track began construction in 2017 and opened its first elements in 2019 The facility’s 10 different test elements include three specifically designed for testing autonomous vehicles and an off-road environment has been developed in cooperation with the neighbouring Rheinmetall armoured vehicle factory Unique to this location is a combined urban and rural simulation area a motorway section found nowhere else in Europe and sections designed for noise testing of vehicles and tyres The nearest similar facility to the Zala test track is located in northern Germany Zalaegerszeg will offer the broadest range of testing possibilities for clients in Europe he added that every European car manufacturer use the Zalaegerszeg test track for projects both large and small Hungarian Conservative is a quarterly magazine on contemporary political philosophical and cultural issues from a conservative perspective Vietnamese Ambassador to Hungary Bui Le Thai has expressed his desire to further cooperation between the embassy and Zalaegerszeg city across various sectors Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador to Hungary Bui Le Thai has expressed his desire to further cooperation between the embassy and Zalaegerszeg city across various sectors particularly economic and cultural exchanges between the Vietnamese community and local residents At a recent working session with city Mayor Zoltán Balaicz as part of his trip to the western Hungarian city Thai laid stress on his appreciation for the city's care for President Ho Chi Minh’s statue over nearly half a century He stated that the monument not only symbolises the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Hungary but also testifies to Hungarian people’s affection for the ideological values the late Vietnamese leader represented affirmed that the traditional friendship between the two countries has been nurtured by generations of leaders and people of both countries over decades He emphasised that Zalaegerszeg is honoured to host President Ho Chi Minh's statue which has become an integral part of the city's cultural heritage and pledged to continue preserving this meaningful monument Given the special bonds between the city's residents and Vietnam the mayor said he hopes that Zalaegerszeg would make even more positive contributions to the friendly cooperation relationship between the two countries in the coming time Looking ahead to the 135th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's birthday (May 19) and to honour his ideological legacy Thai proposed that Zalaegerszeg city authorities collaborate in organising a symposium in May 2025 focusing on Ho Chi Minh thoughts on peace Balaicz appreciated this initiative and committed to working closely with the Vietnamese Embassy to ensure the symposium's success He emphasised that this event will provide a valuable opportunity for city the leaders to get a better insight into President Ho Chi Minh Vietnam's national liberation hero and a great man of culture who dedicated his whole life to the ideals of peace the Vietnamese diplomat suggested organising cultural events in the framework of the symposium to introduce Vietnamese culture while highlighting the 75-year diplomatic relationship between the two countries Thai laid a wreath at President Ho Chi Minh's statue expressing profound respect and boundless gratitude to the late leader This is the only outdoor full-body statue of President Ho Chi Minh in Central and Eastern Europe exactly one year after Vietnam's complete reunification./ Vietnam and Hungary will closely coordinate to fully tap opportunities brought about by the EU – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) while facilitating the entry of their agricultural and aquatic products into each other’s markets The Vietnamese leader acknowledged Hungary as a steadfast friend that has provided valuable support for Vietnam over the past 75 years Ho Chi Minh City continues to maintain and strengthen its relationship with Budapest by upgrading their cooperation agreement in areas such as economy Party General Secretary To Lam acknowledged the award as recognition of the decades-long cooperation between Vietnam and Kazakhstan symbolising the affection and trust between the two countries’ people The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) and the Television and Radio Complex of the President of Kazakhstan also signed a cooperation agreement on this occasion The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency sectors and localities continued to reorganise the political system and build a two-level local administration model An official welcome ceremony was chaired by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayevon on May 6 morning for General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly who are on a three-day state visit to the Central Asian country Party General Secretary To Lam addresses the Vietnam–Kazakhstan Business Roundtable in Astana on May 6 as part of his ongoing state visit to Kazakhstan The Party and State of Vietnam highly value and create favourable conditions for religions to operate within the framework of the law The nationwide launch of major national projects in celebration of the 80th anniversary of National Day is scheduled for August 19 some deputies underlined the need for more clearly defined criteria for allowing teachers to work beyond the standard retirement threshold with particular concern expressed about its suitability in the pre-school and general education levels Sailing vessel 286-Le Quy Don of the Naval Academy and a delegation of the Vietnam People’s Navy left Nha Trang city the south central province of Khanh Hoa on May 5 for visits and exchanges with the navies of China and the Philippines The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency Stressing the importance of cooperation between the Senate of Kazakhstan and Vietnam’s National Assembly the two leaders agreed to promote collaboration increase delegation exchanges via parliamentary channels Party General Secretary To Lam praised the Vietnamese community in Kazakhstan for their integration into the local society as well as their solidarity and efforts to preserve the national identity Vietnam always values Sri Lanka’s invaluable support during its past struggle for national independence as well as in its ongoing renewal and international integration the full draft resolution on the supplementations and amendments to some articles of the 2013 Constitution and accompanying documents will be publicised for public comment Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was present at the airport to welcome the Vietnamese leader and delegation Sri Lanka regards Vietnam as a source of inspiration and encouragement in its own quest for progress and recovery Leaders of Vietnam and Sri Lanka discussed and agreed on key directions to uplift bilateral relations to the next level during the state visit to Vietnam by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka on May 4-6 Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka expressed his belief that the steadfast friendship and enduring partnership between Sri Lanka and Vietnam will pave the way for a brighter future for both nations The decision paves the way for the streamlining of the political system's organisational apparatus with revisions focusing on the role of the Vietnam Fatherland Front 2008 by the Ministry of Information and Communications Email: vietnamplus@vnanet.vn Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written consent If you have questions regarding your subscription of European Security & Defence contact our subscriber service: 06 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Zalaegerszeg won 2–0 over Fehervar FC on Sun The current head to head record for the teams are Fehervar FC 14 win(s) Have scored 5 goals in their last 5 matches 06 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT?Zalaegerszeg won 2–0 over Fehervar FC on Sun 06 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches Fehervar FC is playing home against Zalaegerszeg at Sostoi Stadion on Sun Rheinmetall handed over the first KF41 Lynx infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) produced at the Zalaegerszeg site in Hungary to the Hungarian armed forces Defence Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky attended the handover Dr Björn Bernhard (Head of Rheinmetall Vehicle Systems Europe) and Paul Walf (CEO Rheinmetall Hungary) welcomed the guests on behalf of Rheinmetall The first Lynx from Hungarian production was already completed in December 2023 Following extensive functional inspections as well as performance and quality acceptances it has now been officially handed over to the Hungarian armed forces Rheinmetall Group operates the world's most modern competence centre for the production of tracked armoured vehicles Defence Minister of Hungary: “I often say that peace requires strength we have gained real and serious strength with Rheinmetall and in this alliance This is a kind of strategic partnership that is more than strategy or partnership – this is a real alliance and we’re building something that will remain for the next generations Head of Rheinmetall Vehicle Systems Europe: “We are grateful to be able to support the Hungarian armed forces as an industrial partner in the Lynx lighthouse project We have now reached an important milestone within the project we are seriously proving our commitment in creating local added value in Hungary and transferring technology to the country This model is also transferable to other countries which might also be interested in similar partnerships” the Hungarian Ministry of Defence commissioned the Rheinmetall Group to supply combat vehicles and associated services worth over €2bn as part of its “Zrínyi 2026” initiative A total of 209 Lynx KF41s are to be supplied to the Hungarian armed forces in seven variants: IFV medical vehicle and driving school vehicle A Lynx air defence tank with a Skyranger 30 turret is also in progress as part of another development contract Hungary will receive 46 German-made Lynx infantry fighting vehicles by the end of 2025 The first vehicle from this series was handed over in October 2022 Production of the remaining vehicles began at the end of 2023 as part of the Rheinmetall Hungary Zrt joint venture between Rheinmetall (51%) and the Hungarian government (49%) in Zalaegerszeg The state-of-the-art development and manufacturing site in Zalaegerszeg was opened on an area of approximately 33 hectares as part of the industrial complex ZALAZone in August 2023 The site also includes an extensively equipped test centre with a firing tunnel In addition to strengthening the local economy the factory also contributes to promoting innovation and Rheinmetall plans additional investments in the site in the coming years in order to further increase production capacity The establishment of the IFV and other variants will also strengthen the development of the Hungarian economy and defence industry the Lynx KF41 is characterised by maximum adaptability This means that the Hungarian customer's specific national requirements can be precisely fulfilled The state-of-the-art infantry fighting vehicle impresses with its scalable armament upgradeable systems and the ability to take on new roles in just a few hours after being fully converted Contact us The side needed to do much better but could not handle the high press of the side and were not on the same pace AC Milan TOOK ON Zalaegerszeg ZTE in Hungary yesterday and the Champions of Italy were stunned by the home side in the first half An abysmal performance especially in the midfielder constantly left gaps which allowed the home side to go up 3-0 within 30 minutes Marco Brescianini was largely culpable for all three goals as his positioning was awful The first was a volley off the loose ball from the corner the second was a messy header where the ball bounced around in the box and the third from a stunning volley from outside the box The team looked lethargic and void of ideas in the final third Fode Ballo Toure managed to win a penalty just before the end of the half which Olivier Giroud converted to make it 3-1 Milan dominated the second half especially following the substitutions but a collection of stunning saves from ZTE’s keeper kept Giroud and Theo Hernandez at bay The best addition was by far Yacine Adli who was dominant and a creative force setting up Hernandez and Leao really well and finally getting an assist for Rade Krunic’s goal with an easy pass in the box Milan lost 3-2 but the game show the lack of match fitness and the lack of depth in the squad The players will need to level up in the camp next week in Austria and put on a much better performance against Wolfsberger AC Here was the line up and subs for the game: AC MILAN (4-2-3-1): Tătăruşanu (61’ Maignan); Florenzi (61’ Calabria) Ballo-Touré (61’ Hernández); Brescianini (61’ Bennacer) Tonali (61’ Krunić); Messias (61’ Saelemaekers) Predicted lineups are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be available about an hour ahead of the match. The current head to head record for the teams are Nyiregyhaza Spartacus FC 0 win(s), Zalaegerszeg 1 win(s), and 2 draw(s). Varosi StadionNewsAbout the matchNyiregyhaza Spartacus FC is playing home against Zalaegerszeg at Varosi Stadion on Sat The current head to head record for the teams are Nyiregyhaza Spartacus FC 0 win(s) On 18 August, the Rheinmetall factory in Zalaegerszeg was officially inaugurated As part of the German–Hungarian cooperation which has a long history in the automotive and military industry the factory will produce not only the Lynx infantry fighting vehicles but also combat drones and precision munition Rheinmetall Group Chairman and CEO Armin Papperger said the Zalaegerszeg plant is a state-of-the-art complex and is today the most modern combat vehicle factory in Europe He added that the facility will give Hungary the capabilities to work with European and NATO partners while also serving the country’s national security being one of the five largest investment markets in the world ‘This is only possible because the country has set out a very important vision for the development of the defence industry,’ Armin Papperger stressed The CEO also said that the Hungarian complex was built at a world record pace within the Rheinmetall Group which also shows that the Hungarian market is a priority for the company: construction reached its peak in September 2021 we celebrated the inauguration of the first Lynx in Budapest,’ Mr Papperger recalled At the opening ceremony of the plant, Hungarian Minister of Defence Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky and Rheinmetall’s CEO also signed a memorandum of understaning. According to the MoU, the joint venture between Rheinmetall Italia SpA and Israel’s Uvision Air Ltd will start the procurement of remote-controlled precision munitions to complement the armament of the Lynx infantry fighting vehicles rolling out of the factory, in addition to joint research and development activities. The production of combat drones will also be carried out jointly within the joint venture with the Israeli arms manufacturer. The Hungarian prime minister also attended the inauguration, also posting about it on social media, describing the new factory as ‘the symbol of the rebirth of the Hungarian military industry’. ‘The handover of the Zalaegerszeg plant is the result of joint German–Hungarian wisdom and foresight, of a joint assessment of the European and global political situation,’ Viktor Orbán at the opening ceremony. According to the PM, Hungary, Central Europe and Germany are inextricably bound together and are the most natural allies in maintaining their competitiveness. Hungarian factories, skilled Hungarian workers and engineers, and Hungarian added value play a major role in the global success of German global brands, from the automotive to the defence industry. At the end of 2016, an extensive force development programme, called ‘Zrínyi 2026’, was announced by the government with the objective of increasing the size and level of ambition of the Hungarian armed forces, primarily through the procurement of state-of-the-art military technology and personnel equipment. To achieve the latter, Hungary not only intends to rely on foreign suppliers but also aims to rebuild the Hungarian defence industry. The rebuilding of the country’s once functioning defence industry can be regarded as a long-term investment which strongly contributes to the Hungarian economy. With the new national defence industrial capabilities, Hungary’s aim is not only to make its army self-sufficient but also to make the country an arms exporter. With the building up of the Hungarian defence industry, the government does not want to create assembly plants only but has also launched research and development projects as well, which will allow the country not only to produce but also to develop weapons. Hungarian Conservative is a quarterly magazine on contemporary political, philosophical and cultural issues from a conservative perspective. The current head to head record for the teams are Zalaegerszeg 7 win(s), Ujpest 12 win(s), and 6 draw(s). ZTE ArenaNewsWho will win?X‌‌‌About the matchZalaegerszeg is playing home against Ujpest at ZTE Arena on Sun The current head to head record for the teams are Zalaegerszeg 7 win(s) 12 Apr 2025 17:45:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Ferencvaros won 2–0 over Zalaegerszeg on Sat The current head to head record for the teams are Zalaegerszeg 3 win(s) Have scored 11 goals in their last 5 matches 12 Apr 2025 17:45:00 GMT?Ferencvaros won 2–0 over Zalaegerszeg on Sat 12 Apr 2025 17:45:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches Zalaegerszeg is playing home against Ferencvaros at ZTE Arena on Sat The game will also be played behind closed doors due to the restrictions on Belarusian teams Irish league champions Larne, who are competing in this year’s UEFA Europa Conference League who they meet in the league phase of the tournament Goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell and centre-back Daniel Ballard have been ruled out with shoulder and ankle injuries respectively Northern Ireland will play Belarus in Zalaegerszeg in Hungary as Belarus are not allowed to have fans at their games and must play European competitions in a neutral venue due to UEFA sanctions after the country’s part in the Russian invasion of Ukraine Fans can watch the Belarus v Northern Ireland game on YouTube on the Viaplay channel. Facebook pageTwitter feedRSS feed@2025 The Irish News Ltd Europe’s most advanced plant for armoured vehicles Rheinmetall officially opened its new factory in Zalaegerszeg on 18 August 2023. The new plant marks a major milestone for Rheinmetall and underscores the Group’s commitment to Hungary. In future, this cutting-edge facility will produce the Lynx infantry fighting vehicle, the world’s most advanced IFV. Market forecasts by Regions, by Platform, and by Type. Country Analysis, Opportunity and Impact Analysis, Market and Technologies Overview, and Leading Companies Headquartered in Zalaegerszeg, Rheinmetall Hungary Zrt. focuses on the development and manufacture of state-of-the-art tracked and wheeled armoured vehicles for the Hungarian military, especially the new Lynx infantry fighting vehicle. Rheinmetall plays an important part in Hungary’s “Zrínyi 2026” initiative, which aims to reequip the country’s armed forces with locally produced modern equipment. The Hungarian defence ministry has contracted with Rheinmetall, Europe’s foremost maker of systems and equipment for ground forces, to supply it with the world’s most advanced tracked and wheeled armoured fighting vehicles, including associated services. The contract encompasses 209 Lynx KF41 in seven variants, plus 18 combat support vehicles, including Büffel/Buffalo 3 armoured recovery vehicles, as well as 38 military trucks. In addition, the contract incorporates products and services such as simulators; training and instruction; and an initial stock of spare parts and maintenance support. Throughout the Lynx’s decades-long anticipated lifespan, spare parts and regular maintenance will be needed to ensure operational readiness. In a first production phase, Hungary will be supplied with 46 Lynx systems configured as infantry fighting vehicles or for a command & control role, plus nine Büffel/Buffalo 3 ARVs, all of which will be made in Germany. Delivery has already begun. In a second phase, a joint venture will build and ship a further 172 Lynx systems and various combat support vehicles in Hungary. The new factory will do more than just contribute to the regional economy. It will also promote innovation and the creation of highly qualified jobs. Looking ahead, Rheinmetall plans to keep investing in the plant in order to increase production capacity and integrate new technologies. Rheinmetall Expands its Maintenance Capability in Australia Rheinmetall Acquires Stascheit Ammunition Recovery Company Rheinmetall Takes Over Hagedorn-NC GmbH, Securing the Supply Chain for Propellant Production Rheinmetall and LM Host International Summit Showcasing Long Range Precision Fires GMARS Launcher Digitisation: Rheinmetall Ignites the Future of Autonomous Mobility for the Future Battlefield With New Centres of Excellence Strengthening the Greek Defense Industry and Renewing the Army's Land Capabilities: the Ambition of the VBCI PHILOCTETES Thales Modernises the World-class TACTIS Armoured Vehicle Training Centre for the Royal Netherlands Army BAE Receives $188.5M FRP Contract from USMC for Amphibious Combat Vehicle 30mm Increased International Demand for WiSPRevo Norway - AIM-9X Block II Tactical Missiles Beechcraft King Air 360C Strengthens Greece's Air Ambulance Services SEA Secures Contract to Support UK Royal Navy Ship Availability and Resilience Greece Orders 8ht Airbus H215 Helicopters to Combat Forest Fires Elevate Your Business with Our Market Studies and LEGO® Magic! “Rheinmetall is steadily expanding its production capacity in Europe in order to meet growing demand from our customers and to support European security”, states Rheinmetall executive board chairman Armin Papperger. “Opened in August of this year, our new plant in Hungary is the most advanced production and testing facilities for armoured vehicles anywhere in the world,” notes Papperger, going on to point out that it will further strengthen the Group’s global production network.  “We’re proud of our team in Zalaegerszeg and of our colleagues in Germany, who reached this milestone in record time”, declares Paul Walf, managing director of Rheinmetall Hungary.  Opened in August 2023, Rheinmetall’s ultramodern facility in Zalaegerszeg will enable the development and production of state-of-the-art wheeled and tracked armoured fighting vehicles for the Hungarian armed forces. These include the Lynx KF41 family as well as the Evo version of the Panther KF51 main battle tank.   The contract originally envisaged seven variants of the Lynx KF41 for the Hungarian military: the standard infantry fighting vehicle; a command post vehicle; a reconnaissance vehicle; a forward artillery observer vehicle; a mortar track; a field ambulance; and a driver education vehicle. As a further variant, Rheinmetall will develop a Lynx mobile air defence vehicle with a Skyranger 30 turret. The contract for the conceptual development of this variant was signed in December 2023.  Indo Defence – Jakarta – 11-14 June DSEI – London – 9-12 September PARTNER – Belgrade – 23-26 September Seafuture – La Spezia – 29 Sept.-2 October AUSA – Washington D.C. – 13-15 October ADEX – Seoul – 29 October-2 November Dubai Air Show – Dubai – 17-21 November Milipol Paris – Paris – 18-21 Novenber Expodefensa – Bogotá – 1-3 December Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The construction of about 44 kilometres (27 miles) of additional motorway could start as early as next year, connecting the city of Zalaegerszeg to the national highway system, Minister of Construction and Investment János Lázár stated at a press event on Sunday, 17 December in Fenékpuszta, Hungary near Lake Balaton. The minister spoke about restarting the project, which was originally conceived in 2020 but halted by the post-COVID general government investment stop, It would convert Route M76, currently connecting Zalaegerszeg to the M7 Motorway, into a new four-lane motorway section. He went on to explain that this would be the most expensive motorway construction project in Hungary’s history, costing around 400 billion HUF ($1.14 billion) to finish. The length of the proposed new highway section puts its per-kilometre building cost at 9.2 billion HUF per kilometre, which is also a record high. In fact, it is more than double the previous most expensive project; the M6 Motorway cost 4.5 billion HUF per kilometre to build. The complex terrain the expanded M7 section would run through is behind the high cost—a total of 36 bridges also need to be built to cover the distance by motorway. Additionally, as the Hungarian business site Világgazdaság reports, a 10-kilometre (8 miles) test section to test high-speed vehicles will also be included in the newly constructed section Zalaegerszeg is the capital of Zala County, and has a population of 55,000 people. Currently, it takes around two and a half hours to drive there by car from the national capital, Budapest. The new motorway section would cut down on that travel time significantly. According to a statement from the Ministry of Construction and Investment sent to Világgazdaság, the current administration’s aim is to connect every city with county rights in the country into a 2X2-lane motorway system. 27 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Zalaegerszeg vs Kecskemeti TE on Sun Have scored 3 goals in their last 5 matches 27 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT?Zalaegerszeg vs Kecskemeti TE on Sun 27 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT ended in a 0–0 tie.InsightsHave scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches Zalaegerszeg is playing home against Kecskemeti TE at ZTE Arena on Sun Viktor Orbán gave a speech at Zalaegerszeg on the Memorial Day of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 He described 23 October as a glorious day and the town of Zalaegerszeg as a fitting location to commemorate The Hungarian premier emphasized that the residents of Zala County endured great hardship under the Communist administration and persevered during the revolt as long as they could ‘The citizens of Zalaegerszeg were among the first to take to the streets in protest in October 1956 and were the last to lay down their arms in December 1956…When the time came by sending the very first opposition representative to parliament in 1989 Viktor Orbán remarked that ‘The left believes that celebrating in Zalaegerszeg— “just Zalaegerszeg” as they put it—is not appropriate.’ According to the prime minister the political left looks down on the countryside and is ’unaware that this nation is larger than just Budapest’ The left does not comprehend that 1956 saw a revolution that belonged not only one city Viktor Orbán held his remarks at the ceremonial opening of the Mindszentyneum The PM commended the great characters of the Hungarian churches who played a prominent role in the nation’s history and who have become points of reference not only in religious matters He noted that Cardinal József Mindszenty used to serve in Zalagerszeg and later became one of the outstanding Hungarian church figures who championed the cause of the country The prime minister stressed that in addition to being at the vanguard of the spreading of the gospel great Hungarian Catholic Church leaders also served ‘Hungary the country of the Blessed Virgin Mary,’ with their leadership and their deeds The best Hungarian church leaders have always led the Hungarian people as prophets ‘fulfilling the role of spiritual leaders of the country alongside its political leaders when it became necessary—and it often did—instead of them.’ One of such church leaders was József Mindszenty ‘Even when members of the Arrow Cross Party attacked him and when the Communists detained he continued to stand up for the freedom of our nation.’ The PM emphasized that Mindszenty was freed from the Communists’ prison by the revolutionaries because they realized they needed spiritual guidance even during the freedom fight The PM reminded that József Mindszenty was the one who first ‘called a spade a spade’ and spoke of a freedom fight rather than an uprising PM also quoted the Cardinal as having said in 1956: ‘We Hungarians wish to live and act as the flagbearers of the familial stressing that Hungarians wanted ‘to live in friendship with all peoples and all countries.’ Hungary’s real tragedy was that the communists came back with the help of their Soviet Kalashnikovs and instead of bringing peace they continued where they left off before the revolution: class struggle The PM remarked that the revolution’s leaders came from a variety of backgrounds but they all shared a passion for the idea of a free Hungary When in 1956 the Hungarian people decided they would no longer tolerate the oppression and would join the camp of neutral nations all reasonable conditions were present for a non-violent transition Hundreds of thousands of Hungarians participated in the uprising and if the West had not failed them a second time after 1945 the PM said: ‘Only the Hungarians can show to the world the truth about themselves and only the Hungarians can defend their truth from the dangers that threaten it.’ we learned that the only course of action in such trying circumstances is to stand together noting that Hungarians should disregard those who ‘fire at Hungary from the shadows or from the hunting towers in Brussels,’ as they will end up where their predecessors did The prime minister emphasized that since Hungary has a patriotic government the nation has always come out of crises stronger than before The government has the strength and the experience to preserve economic stability and to make sure that everyone has a job ‘We can protect the utility cost reduction scheme the Rheinmetall factory was officially inaugurated this facility is set to manufacture 209 Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles for the Armed Forces of Hungary along with several dozen other types of vehicles released a statement outlining the company’s intention to commence servicing Western armored vehicles currently in active service with the Armed Forces of Ukraine this month 12 employees from the prospective Ukrainian factory are already undergoing training These developments offer a noteworthy basis for comparison shedding light on the speed of Rheinmetall’s production establishment in Hungary versus the upcoming presence in Ukraine The construction of the Rheinmetall factory in the Hungarian city of Zalaegerszeg commenced following the signing of a contract with Hungary in September 2020 for the production and delivery of over two hundred Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles and several dozen other units the structural framework of this factory had already been established covering a sprawling area of 33 hectares and also featuring a modern research center Several hundred employees are already operational at this facility and an additional 350 individuals are projected to be employed in the next few years Rheinmetall’s production facility has emerged as a substantial and ambitious undertaking Rheinmetall’s current plans for production in Ukraine don’t appear to be as extensive as the earlier example in Hungary training is currently underway for 12 employees of the upcoming Ukrainian factory with an additional 12 employees in the process of joining This initial phase seems insufficient when compared to the magnitude of challenges posed by overhauling Western armored vehicles for the Armed Forces of Ukraine Armin Papperger has not abandoned his previous intention to establish Rheinmetall’s production within Ukraine’s defense industry in a mere 12 weeks he mentioned the company’s interest in leasing one or two production line to manufacture armored vehicles up to NATO standards given that Ukraine boasts “numerous well-equipped tank factories that have persisted since Soviet times” Due to the pre-existing manufacturing capabilities the Rheinmetall leadership perceives the initiation of production in Ukraine as achievable within a relatively compact timeline especially when contrasted with the example of Hungary having a preserved manufacturing capacity is just one of the initial conditions for potential engagement of Western defense conglomerates in Ukraine the concerted efforts of Ukraine’s government are also necessary Rheinmetall officially opened its new factory in Zalaegerszeg The new plant marks a major milestone for Rheinmetall and underscores the Group’s commitment to Hungary this cutting-edge facility will produce the Lynx infantry fighting vehicle “The opening of Rheinmetall’s new factory in Zalaegerszeg is a significant step for our company and a sign of our close ties with the government and armed forces of Hungary an EU partner and fellow NATO member state” chairman of the executive board of Rheinmetall AG “We’re proud to be part of the growing industrial community in Zalaegerszeg and look forward to working with local partners and drawing on local talent Hundreds of people are working together here in Zalaegerszeg to produce top-notch military systems for the Hungarian armed forces as well as export customers.” focuses on the development and manufacture of state-of-the-art tracked and wheeled armoured vehicles for the Hungarian military especially the new Lynx infantry fighting vehicle Rheinmetall plays an important part in Hungary’s “Zrínyi 2026” initiative which aims to reequip the country’s armed forces with locally produced modern equipment The Hungarian defence ministry has contracted with Rheinmetall Europe’s foremost maker of systems and equipment for ground forces to supply it with the world’s most advanced tracked and wheeled armoured fighting vehicles Rheinmetall sees Hungary as a home market to be supplied with Hungarian-made products production and test centre is now being built on a 33-hectar site in Zala County in southwest Hungary including an EMV/ CLIMA chamber and a firing tunnel special emphasis was placed on the latest industrialization principles as well as flexibility the implementation of advanced transport and logistics concepts and cutting-edge production techniques another 350 new jobs are planned at the Zalaegerszeg plant Rheinmetall supplying state-of-the-art tracked and wheeled armoured vehicles and associated services The contract encompasses 209 Lynx KF41 in seven variants including Büffel/Buffalo 3 armoured recovery vehicles the contract incorporates products and services such as simulators; training and instruction; and an initial stock of spare parts and maintenance support Throughout the Lynx’s decades-long anticipated lifespan spare parts and regular maintenance will be needed to ensure operational readiness Hungary will be supplied with 46 Lynx systems configured as infantry fighting vehicles or for a command & control role a joint venture will build and ship a further 172 Lynx systems and various combat support vehicles in Hungary The new factory will do more than just contribute to the regional economy It will also promote innovation and the creation of highly qualified jobs Rheinmetall plans to keep investing in the plant in order to increase production capacity and integrate new technologies Rheinmetall is signalling its confidence in the growth potential of the Hungarian economy and the skills and abilities of Hungarian workers By creating jobs and fostering special knowledge Rheinmetall is helping to further strengthen the Hungarian economy and defence industry simultaneously establishing its ultramodern future-proof Lynx infantry fighting vehicle – equipped with advanced high-performance sensors and the Lance weapon station – in the global market Cookie Policy Copyright © 2025 Defence Industry Europe | mady by: geekon.eu We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as 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website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns Budapest (VNA) – Vietnamese Embassy in Hungary on May6 coordinated with Zalaegerszeg city’s authorities and Vietnamese associationsin Hungary to organise a Vietnamese Culture Day which attracted nearly 3,000visitors Vietnamese Ambassador to HungaryNguyen Thi Bich Thao said that the event takes place in Zalaegerszeg city whichis home to the only President Ho Chi Minh monument in Central Eastern Europe on the occasion of the 133rd birthday of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19) and the 5thanniversary of the Vietnam-Hungary Comprehensive Partnership The ambassador took the occasion to introduce local people about the present-day Vietnam and investment opportunities for Hungarian businesses The Vietnamese diplomat also expressed gratitude to thepeople of Zalaegerszeg for supporting and taking care of President Ho's monumentfor nearly 50 years The mayor of Zalaegerszeg city Balaicz Zoltán congratulatedVietnam on its Doi Moi (renewal) cause and strong and miraculous development He voiced his belief that in the coming time the comprehensivepartnership between Vietnam and Hungary will grow stronger adding the cooperation between the city and Vietnam will be expanded in the fields of culture,education overseas Vietnamese and friends in Hungaryenjoyed Vietnamese folk dances and songs performed by the community visited aphoto exhibition on craft villages idyllic and peacefulcountryside in Vietnam an exhibition showcasingVietnamese exports and handicrafts and an area for Vietnamese traditional cuisine theVietnamese Embassy in collaboration with Vietnamese associations anddelegations in Hungary held a flower offering ceremony to celebrate the 133rdbirthday of President Ho Chi Minh at his monument in Zalaegerszeg city The monument was completed in 1976 as a gift from the Hungarian government and people to Vietnam./ scientists conducted archaeological excavations at the western wall of the Luy Lau ancient citadel in the northern province of Bac Ninh aiming to explore the historical and cultural values hidden in the citadel Vietnam currently ranks fifth among Asian U23 teams information and models of 87 Buddhist national treasures currently preserved in museums and relic sites across the country are on display The New Zealand Herald has run an article by journalist Cath Johnsen affirming that Vietnam offers one of the kindest cultures in the world held in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Vietnam–Hungary diplomatic ties aimed to strengthen connections between young overseas Vietnamese in Hungary and their cultural roots The exhibition features a dome made from do (poonah paper) combined with recycled plastic and steel to create a space that is both soft and strong The International Martial Arts Tournament welcomed participants from 11 African countries that are part of the African Vovinam – Viet Vo Dao Confederation alongside representatives from several European nations and Vietnam Deputy Minister of Culture of Venezuela Alí Alejandro Primera will perform renowned songs praising President Ho Chi Minh during an art programme titled “Forever Ho Chi Minh” on the occasion of his 135th birthday (May 19 The oil on canvas "Property of a Lady of Title" was the top-selling item at Sloane Street Auctions on May 2 and marked the first Vietnamese artwork ever auctioned at the house Vietnam will be one of 11 hosts of the AFC Asian U23 Cup 2026 qualification Coach Nguyen Dinh Hoang of Vietnam will bring 14 players who have practised hard at intensive training courses and friendlies in Vietnam and Japan to China for the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup 2025 The Berlin exhibition presents a chronological narrative of the war through the eyes of artists and photographers who lived through or deeply studied the war from the early days of revolutionary movement to the great victory on April 30 Ha Long Carnival 2025 unfolded in three acts each weaving Quang Ninh’s cultural heritage into a vivid tapestry of performance The elaborately choreographed performances captured the spirit of local residents invited attendees to explore the locality's breathtaking natural beauty themed “Unity and Inclusivity for Human Dignity: Buddhist Insights for World Peace and Sustainable Development,” will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from May 6 to 8 expected to draw 1,200 delegates from 85 countries and territories Hanoi has mobilised hundreds of billions of VND for the restoration preservation and promotion of local cultural heritage every year transforming the treasures into engines for sustainable tourism development and Tourism Suansavanh Viyaket emphasised that the victory on April 30 was not only a triumph for the army and people of Vietnam but also a shared victory for the united forces and the special combat alliance between Laos and Vietnam not only won the final stage of the 37th National HTV Cycling Cup which concluded on April 30 in Ho Chi Minh City but also secured his place as the overall champion of the prestigious tournament The oil on canvas "Property of a Lady of Title" will be the first Vietnamese artwork on auction at this distinguished auction house It was on display at a solo exhibition of Vu Cao Dam in London in 1960 hosted by the prominent Frost & Reed Gallery titled “Mua xuan thong nhat” (the spring of reunification) serves as a profound tribute to previous generations soldiers and civilians who made great sacrifices for the country’s freedom and independence The exhibition showcases 42 photographs and propaganda posters created by Cuban artists reflecting Cuba’s heartfelt solidarity with Vietnam during its prolonged struggle for national defence German-based Rheinmetall AG and Singapore-based Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) agree on cooperation Memorandum of Understanding signed on simulation… The DEFEA defence trade fair will take place in Athens from 6 to 8 May2025 Rheinmetall will be there as a strong partner for… it has been observed that wheeled chassis purchased and operated by the armed forces require additional equipment to enable… Donald Trump makes it clear that Europe must defend itself and take care of its own security The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has published a report titled Trends in World Military Expenditure During a visit by Dmitry Medvedev Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation to the Kapustin Yar missile test range,… Rohde & Schwarz advances their military spectrum monitoring portfolio by launching easily deployable monitoring systems designed to help armed forces optimize their spectrum management,… RAMON IQzoom from Rohde & Schwarz is redefining the boundaries of signal analysis by empowering armed forces to delve deeper into the… Canadian-based Galvion company has announced that their European Production Hub in Poland is now fully operational A photograph has appeared on social media showing soldiers of the Ukrainian National Guard equipped with new 9mm Fort-230A submachine guns,… Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas paid a visit to Stockholm where he held talks with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson on defense… As reported by the Australian public broadcaster ABC the delivery of 49 M1A1SA Abrams tanks promised last year to the Armed Forces… The Polish company Creotech Instruments has signed a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to build a national constellation of at least… have signed a strategic agreement outlining the framework for joint efforts… Direct Action offers a variety of chest rigs The Curtiss model is designed to carry three HK… The Belgian company FN (part of the FN Browning Group) has presented a new company logo and brand tagline Streamlight introduces the TLR-8 HL-X flashlight with an integrated laser sight producing a beam with up to 1,000 lumens of power not only popular hydration systems were showcased but also personal ballistic protection—including armor specifically designed… Enforce Tac is an international trade fair aimed at law enforcement officers At the 3rd International Police and Public Security Fair POLSECURE 2024 in Kielce Holsters HPE Poland presented its offer for… a member of the Polish Armaments Group has introduced the semi-automatic designated marksman rifle MSBS Grot .308 S20… To assist with shooting training and beyond various belts and gear configurations have been developed and customized to suit individual needs where every second can determine the outcome of an operation The Polish Police have released statistical data on firearm permits issued in 2024 An increasing number of Poles now hold… The National Police Headquarters has released statistics regarding the number of firearm permits and firearms themselves in the hands of… ATN is a leading manufacturer of daytime optics The innovative features and ergonomic designs… Grand Power is a Slovak manufacturer of the acknowledged good quality firearms Take part in our guided tour with English subtitles The Vanguard is a uniform set from the Polish brand Direct Action designed in collaboration with special forces soldiers The holographic sight is a device known for nearly 30 years and used by professionals around the world German-based Rheinmetall AG’s new plant in Zalaegerszeg Hungary continues to take shape: new street name 23rd May 2023 A street at the Zalaegerszeg plant of Rheinmetall Hungary Zrt. a joint venture co-owned by Rheinmetall and the Hungarian state was officially renamed “Rheinmetall Út” at a ceremony on 23 May 2023 Present at the event were representatives from the Group as well as Zoltán Balaicz emphasized how “…our investment here is powering economic growth in the region and creating good jobs for skilled workers at our Hungarian suppliers producing and maintaining cutting-edge armoured vehicles contributing to security and freedom in Europe.” KF41 Lynx infantry fighting vehicle for Hungary / Photo: Rheinmetall AG High safety standards protect the plant’s neighbours from noise and hazards with even the smallest amounts of mostly practice ammunition for function testing kept in secure underground storage facilities and ballistic testing confined to an underground shooting tunnel There will be no above-ground ballistic tests or test detonations nor will test drives take place on public roads in Zalaegerszeg The Düsseldorf-based technology enterprise’s numerous local initiatives not only reflect its commitment to the community but also its strategic goal of achieving Groupwide CO2 neutrality by 2035 chief operations officer of Rheinmetall Hungary Zrt. “We take our technological and social responsibilities very seriously which is why we invest in innovative products and technologies but also in sustainable operations and in reducing C02 emissions through the use of renewable energy sources.” the first expansion of the plant therefore includes installation of solar panels and trees have already been planted along Rheinmetall Ùt with more to follow around the grounds most company cars will be either electric or hybrid while vehicles confined to the plant (such as forklifts security and pool vehicles) already operate in an environmentally friendly noted that: The street name Rheinmetall Út isn’t just an honour for us It also underscores the cooperative and long-term nature of our working relationship We would thus like to take this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to the local authorities and their representatives for supporting our endeavour Rheinmetall’s new plant in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary 🇭🇺 continues to take shape: new street name, #Rheinmetall Út, unveiled at official ceremony #Hungary https://t.co/G6NOzfEowT pic.twitter.com/6aoCHp9qGE — Rheinmetall (@RheinmetallAG) May 24, 2023