October 2024 – Kinstellar is pleased to assist KNDS, the Franco-German military land systems manufacturer, and a key industrial supporter of Ukraine’s battle against russian aggression, in establishing a subsidiary in Ukraine to support the cooperation between the Ukrainian government, the Ukrainian armaments industry and KNDS in equipment maintenance, production of spare parts and ammunition, leading to the manufacture of complete weapons systems.
Kinstellar Ukraine partner and head of the Defence & Security sector, Anastasiya Bolkhovitinova, led the firm’s project team. She commented, “We are proud to support KNDS Group, whose efforts are crucial to Ukraine’s ability to sustain the fight against the russian aggressor.” “Kinstellar is committed to contribute to strengthening Ukraine's defence industrial base by facilitating the market entry of global defence firms, thereby expediting the delivery of their products and services to the frontlines," added Daniel Bilak, Kinstellar Partner who also currently serves in the Territorial Defence Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
For additional information, please contact:
Anastasiya Bolkhvitinova: Anastasiya.Bolkhovitinova@kinstellar.com
Daniel Bilak: Daniel.Bilak@kinstellar.com
About Kinstellar
Kinstellar is Ukraine’s and the region’s leading defence sector law firm. We are an integral part of the Ukrainian military technology and manufacturing ecosystem, helping our global and SME clients to navigate the shoals of Ukraine’s regulatory and government decision-making processes. In addition to assisting KNDS, our recent mandates include advising Rheinmetall Land Systeme GmbH, BAE Systems, and other global clients in connection with their projects in Ukraine, as well as assisting smaller miltech companies, including drone manufacturers, with market entry and co-venturing opportunities.
