Defense Acquisition Program Administration.
South Korean defence materiel procurement agency
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
One to three months ago
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DAPA and the Republic of Korea Navy held a launch ceremony in Ulsan for a newly procured frigate.Some support1 report
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The Defense Acquisition Program Administration approved a plan to purchase new military helicopters.Some support1 report
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South Korea announced an arms deal with Croatia, exporting Chunmoo MLRS and joining the group of European buyers.Some support2 reports
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DAPA held a ceremony at Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) headquarters.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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LX Pantos completed a defense logistics project for DAPA and carried out a project for KAI.Some support5 reports
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The Defense Acquisition Program Administration is currently evaluating bids from Hanwha Aerospace and Hyundai Rotem for specific defense projects.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Hyundai Rotem developed a vehicle for the Defense Acquisition Program Administration in 2015.Some support1 report
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KAI, DAPA, and ADD are pursuing parallel efforts on next-generation fighter design and considering indigenous vs imported options.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DAPA has been tasked with developing South Korea's first fighter aircraft.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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The Defense Acquisition Program Administration is seeking to expand the defense industry beyond exports and integrate long-term supply chains.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries were selected as the preferred bidder for a destroyer project but ultimately lost the KDDX contract to a rival.Some support3 reports
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Coupang operates in an expanding fair trade environment, while Jung and Won Jung performed duties at the DAPA Legal Office.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A seminar was held in Yeouido financial district on June 19, 2026, concerning the transformation of the defense industry into a growth engine.Some support1 report
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Nonsan is a winning location for the innovation cluster, which administers the defense innovation cluster competition in South Korea.Some support1 report
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S-92A+ helicopter was selected for presidential command following a review of the command helicopter acquisition project.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Defense Acquisition Program Administration
Events traced to Defense Acquisition Program Administration, step by step, newest first- Malaysia's FA-50M deal could expand DAPA's evaluation scopeMalaysia's FA-50M deal may expand DAPA's evaluation of KAI's defense technologyPossible
- Escalating border tensions may boost defense procurement for DAPAIncreased military threat may boost defense procurement for DAPALikely
Explainers that pass through Defense Acquisition Program Administration
Defense Acquisition Program Administration is a step on the way to someone elseAround Defense Acquisition Program Administration this week
News at the entities that move Defense Acquisition Program Administration most-
Korea StructuralGoatmeat demand is strong in the Middle East, Korea, and South Australia, supported by infrastructure investment.Moves Defense Acquisition Program Administration
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Korea Aerospace Industries OperationalThe global jet trainer market is active, with M-346 aircraft deployed in Qatar, Greece, and Poland, while the Indian Air Force seeks new trainers.Moves Defense Acquisition Program Administration
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interior ministry StructuralRaymond Omollo serves as the Principal Secretary of the Interior Ministry.Moves Defense Acquisition Program Administration
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Europe Shared contextEuropean revenue increased 18% year over year, and the U.K. contributed to higher-value complex cases.Moves Defense Acquisition Program Administration
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Hyundai OperationalHyundai is purchasing commodities from Chile, while Naveen Mallela serves as the global head of payments.Moves Defense Acquisition Program Administration
Connections
The 22 strongest of 30, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Lee Yong-cheol Structural
Lee Yong-cheol serves as the current head of the Defense Acquisition Program Administration.
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Korea Structural
A is the specialized government body responsible for defense procurement and certification, operating to fulfill the defense needs of the state of Korea.
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Hanwha Ocean Transactional
DAPA awarded Hanwha Ocean the contract to build a destroyer for the KDDX project.
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LX Pantos Transactional
LX Pantos successfully completed a defense logistics project for the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA).
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Agency for Defense Development Operational
The two government agencies are actively engaged in parallel efforts concerning the design and development of next-generation fighter platforms.
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Hanwha Aerospace Transactional
The Defense Acquisition body is currently evaluating Hanwha Aerospace's products for potential procurement contracts.
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Jung Structural
Jung was employed in the Legal Office of the Defense Acquisition Program Administration.
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interior ministry Structural
The interior ministry influences the defense administration through the drafting and issuance of organizational decrees.
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Korea Aerospace Industries Operational
DAPA maintains an active operational relationship with KAI through specific defense programs, site visits, and ongoing evaluation of indigenous and imported options.
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Hyundai Rotem Operational
DAPA is actively evaluating Hyundai Rotem's HR-SHERPA system against competitor offerings.
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Sikorsky Transactional
DAPA is involved in the selection process for a Sikorsky helicopter for presidential command.
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Europe Shared context
DAPA's operational requirements are situated within the geopolitical context of Europe.
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Republic of Korea Navy Operational
The two entities jointly oversaw the procurement of a new frigate.
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Ulsan Shared context
Defense Acquisition Program Administration utilizes heavy industry facilities in Ulsan for its operational activities.
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Alexandria Shared context
The Defense Acquisition Program Administration is reviewing a command helicopter acquisition project in Alexandria.
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Hyundai Operational
The DAP Administration attended a demonstration by Hyundai, indicating active evaluation for potential procurement or partnership.
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Croatia Transactional
Defense Acquisition Program Administration signed an arms contract for Chunmoo MLRS with Croatia.
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Ahn Gyu-back Transactional
Ahn Gyu-back attended a signing ceremony related to the Defense Acquisition Program Administration.
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HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Transactional
HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering attended a trial with Defense Acquisition Program Administration officials.
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Roh Moo-hyun Shared context
DAPA was established during the political term of Roh Moo-hyun.
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Seoul Shared context
The defense agency's fighter program is associated with the city of Seoul.
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Geoje Shared context
The Defense Acquisition Program Administration conducts official ceremonies and operations within the Geoje shipyard area.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
5 events- DAPA and the Republic of Korea Navy held a launch ceremony in Ulsan for a newly procured frigate.
- The Defense Acquisition Program Administration approved a plan to purchase new military helicopters.
- South Korea announced an arms deal with Croatia, exporting Chunmoo MLRS and joining the group of European buyers.
- LX Pantos completed a defense logistics project for DAPA and carried out a project for KAI.
- Hyundai Rotem developed a vehicle for the Defense Acquisition Program Administration in 2015.
August 2026
2 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
4 events- DAPA held a ceremony at Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) headquarters.
- The Defense Acquisition Program Administration is currently evaluating bids from Hanwha Aerospace and Hyundai Rotem for specific defense projects.
- The Defense Acquisition Program Administration is seeking to expand the defense industry beyond exports and integrate long-term supply chains.
- Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries were selected as the preferred bidder for a destroyer project but ultimately lost the KDDX contract to a rival.
June 2026
4 events- Coupang operates in an expanding fair trade environment, while Jung and Won Jung performed duties at the DAPA Legal Office.
- A seminar was held in Yeouido financial district on June 19, 2026, concerning the transformation of the defense industry into a growth engine.
- Nonsan is a winning location for the innovation cluster, which administers the defense innovation cluster competition in South Korea.
- S-92A+ helicopter was selected for presidential command following a review of the command helicopter acquisition project.