Bulgarian leaders and Rheinmetall announced plans for two large defence factories in Bulgaria: a new gunpowder plant and a 155mm artillery shell facility targeting about 100,000 rounds annually, positioning Bulgaria as a key node in Europe’s ammunition supply chain.
Industry Analysis·August 26, 2025·Army Recognition
Bulgaria and Rheinmetall plan Europe’s largest gunpowder & 155mm shell plants
Major Bulgarian expansion to boost NATO-standard ammunition capacity; 155mm site targeted ~100k rounds/yr.
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