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Poland Deploys New Rocket Brigade in Central Heartland to Strengthen National Defense

Poland is pushing ahead with a significant expansion of its military presence, announcing plans to station a new rocket brigade in the heart of the country. Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed that around 800 soldiers will be deployed to the central towns of Łowicz and Gostynin as part of the Armed Forces Strengthening Package 2023–2025. The announcement was made after the minister signed a letter of intent with Gostynin's mayor, formalizing cooperation on national security and defense.

By Nikodem Baran | Last Updated: 23 Apr 2026
Modern Firepower with a Polish Stamp
The newly formed 2nd Rocket Brigade will be equipped, in part, with South Korean K239 Chunmoo multiple rocket launchers — a system that has drawn considerable attention for its battlefield effectiveness. What makes Poland's approach particularly notable is the emphasis on domestic production. Under the HOMAR-K program, a significant portion of these systems are being assembled inside Poland, with key components manufactured by domestic firm Huta Stalowa Wola on Jelcz chassis.

Kosiniak-Kamysz used the term "Polonising" to describe this process, making clear that the program is as much about building up Poland's own defense industry as it is about acquiring new weapons. A major rocket production facility is also being constructed in western Poland through a joint venture between South Korea's Hanwha and Poland's WB Electronics, further anchoring the project in domestic industrial capacity. The minister drew a direct line to lessons learned from the war in Ukraine, noting how artillery systems like HIMARS and the Chunmoo have proven decisive on the modern battlefield — what he called the "God of war."

Defense Investment That Benefits Local Communities Too
Beyond the military rationale, officials were keen to highlight what this deployment means for the local economy. Central Poland is not known for heavy industry, and the arrival of 800 permanent military personnel along with associated infrastructure represents a meaningful boost for the region. Kosiniak-Kamysz framed it plainly for communities that lack large industrial employers, a military installation brings stable jobs and long-term investment.

It is a dual purpose that Polish officials appear increasingly comfortable promoting: a stronger military posture on one hand, and tangible economic benefits for host communities on the other. As Warsaw continues to scale up defense spending in response to regional security concerns, that combination is likely to define many more announcements in the months ahead.

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