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FN Herstal is an industry-leader in weapon manufacturing with an extensive history dating back to 1889.

Through its intensive focused on innovation and product improvement, FN Herstal has designed, developed, and produced a wide range of state-of-the-art weapons and military products used by defence forces worldwide.

The company has subsequently established a position as a world-leader in the small arms markets.

FN Five seveN Tactical Mk2
FN P90 Tactical
FN SCAR-H STD Assault Rifle
FN MINIMI 556 Mk3
FN 303 Tactical
FN MAG
FN M3M
deFNder Medium FN M3R

FN Herstal is the parent company FN America, FNH UK, and Noptel based in Finland.

Despite the significant differences in market approach, there are clear synergies between both sides of the house that can encourage innovation for the benefit of all.

Small calibre firearms and ammunition for defence markets

FN Herstal specialises in the development of a range of cutting-edge, ground-breaking products designed around small calibre firearms and associated ammunition.

Solutions are trusted by leading military, security and special forces across the world.

Firearms designed for defence and security use

FN Herstal is renowned as a premium partner to military forces and law enforcement agencies, as well as special forces operators.

Product and capabilities offered by the company includes:

  • Portable firearms, including:
    • FN Five-seveN handgun, FN P90 submachine gun; FN SCAR family of assault rifles, grenade launchers and precision rifles, FN MINIMI Mk3 5.56 and 7.62 light machine guns, FN MAG general-purpose machine gun, and FN M2HB-QCB heavy machine gun.
  • Less lethal devices, such as:
    • Carbine-size FN 303 or holster-size FN 303-P
  • FN e-novation range, including:
    • FN FCU Mk3 Fire Control System for 40mm grenades, FN Expert marksmanship training system and FN SmartCore shot counter for FN SCAR rifles or FN MINIMI light machine guns, and dedicated FN SAM software that is part of the integrated small arms management solution
  • Airborne crew-served weapon solutions and fixed-forward firing solutions
  • Land and sea pintle-mounted weapon solutions
  • Remote weapon stations including the deFNder Light and the deFNder Medium
  • 360-degree service

About FN Herstal

FN Herstal has been one of the world’s most prominent and trusted firearms manufacturers for 130 years. With over a century’s experience, the Herstal Group has a rich history and extensive foundations with which to build upon.

In its recent history, the Herstal Group has been owned by the local Walloon Regional Government of Belgium since 1997. The company has multiple sales and manufacturing locations across the world, including in the US, UK, Belgium, Portugal, Japan and Finland, and employs over 2,900 dedicated direct employees.

FN Herstal aims to manufacture and commercialise the highest quality products with the simple goal of continuing to exceed the expectations of partners and clients.

The Herstal Group remains committed to continuing the tradition of provide customers globally with an extensive range of the latest cutting-edge small caliber firearms, ammunition and other associated solutions.

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The new FN EVOLYS ultralight machine gun for the first time at DSEI

FN Herstal, the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of small calibre firearms and ammunition, will display the new FN EVOLYS ultralight machine gun for the first time in the United Kingdom at the DSEI International trade show, London, from 14 to 17 September 2021.

Norwegian Armed Forces Trust the FN MINIMI Light Machine Gun Again

FN Herstal has recently been awarded by the Norwegian Ministry of Defence a multi-year contract for, firstly, the production and provision of up to 4,000 FN MINIMI® Mk3 (3rd generation) light machine guns in 7.62x51mm NATO calibre and associated initial spare parts over a 7-year period, and secondly, maintenance and support equipment over a 20-year period.

FN Herstal to Exhibit at DEFEA 2021

FN Herstal, the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of small caliber firearms and ammunition, will attend the DEFEA International Defence and Security Exhibition from July 13 through to 15, 2021, in Athens, Greece.

FN EVOLYS: the new ultralight machine gun by FN Herstal

Belgium-based designer and manufacturer of small caliber weapons, associated weapon systems and ammunition FN Herstal has announced earlier today the entry of a brand-new machine gun with unique features, the FN EVOLYS. With this new addition to FN Herstal’s product portfolio, the Company definitely intends to write a new chapter in the history of machine guns.

5.7x28mm: The New Nato Caliber for Pistols and Submachine Guns

Belgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of small caliber weapons and ammunition, and integrated weapon systems, is proud to announce that the FN®-designed 5.7x28mm caliber was recently recognized as a NATO caliber with the NATO STANAG 4509 (standardization agreement).

FN Herstal at attend IDEX 2021

FN Herstal invites defence and security professionals to visit its virtual booth at IDEX 2021 for valuable product information.

Stay FN® Connected Newsletter: next issue coming soon

The next issue of the Stay FN® Connected newsletter by Belgiumbased designer and manufacturer of small caliber weapons, associated weapon systems and ammunition FN Herstal, will be available soon. Stay FN® Connected newsletters include FN Herstal business information, FN stories, tips and how-to’s.

FN Herstal Concludes Strategic Agreement With French Group Nexter

FN Herstal, a Belgian subsidiary of the Herstal Group, and the French group Nexter have signed a strategic contract in the framework of the CaMo (Capacité Motorisée or Motorized Capability) program for the modernization of the Belgian Army’s ground mobility capability.

FN Herstal to Showcase Marksmanship Training Solutions at I/ITSEC Conference

FN America, LLC is pleased to announce on behalf of parent company, FN Herstal, S.A., that it will showcase next-generation marksmanship training solutions, which directly support improved Squad Lethality, at the 2019 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) held on December 2-6 in Orlando, Florida.

FN Herstal Showcases Latest Capabilities at Milipol 2019

Belgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of small caliber weapons and weapon systems, will present its latest capabilities in defense and security solutions at MILIPOL 2019 Exhibition, Paris, France, from November 19 through to November 22.

FN Herstal Unveils its New Aiming Solution at DSEI 2019 Exhibition

Belgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of small caliber weapons and weapon systems, will showcase its newly-developed ballistic calculator at Defense and Security Equipment International Exhibition from September 10 through to September 13.

FN Herstal to Launch Four Cartridges at DSEI 2019

Belgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of small calibre weapons, will showcase newly-developed small-calibre ammunition at Defense and Security Equipment International Exhibition in London, UK, from September 10 through to September 13.

FN Herstal to Showcase Latest Capabilities at MSPO 2019

Belgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of small caliber weapons and weapon systems, will showcase its latest capabilities in defense and security solutions at the MSPO 2019 Exhibition, Kielce, Poland, from 3-6 September.

FN Herstal and Milrem Deploy Weaponised UGV at Military Exercise

The THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) equipped with the deFNder® Medium Remote Weapon Station was deployed by Milrem Robotics and FN Herstal in Estonia during Spring Storm 2019, the country´s biggest annual military exercise that was held from April 29 through to May 17, 2019.

FN Herstal Exhibits At EUROPOLTECH 2019 in Warsaw

For 130 years, FN Herstal has provided generations of Defense and Security Forces as well as Special Units, with firearms that give them a clear advantage in any engagement. This proud tradition is set to continue long into the future. FN Herstal, world leader in the design and manufacture of small arms, will present its latest products at EUROPOLTECH 2019 to be held in Warsaw between 8-10 May.

Newest Addition to FN Herstal's SCAR Family On Display At SITDEF 2019

FN Herstal will be exhibiting the legendary firearms, integrated weapon systems and state-of-the-art technology that continues to position it as one of the world’s foremost and most innovative firearms manufacturers at the SITDEF Defense and Prevention of Disasters Exhibition 2019, Peru, from May 16 to 19.

FN Herstal will attend LAAD Defense & Security Exhibition 2019

FN Herstal has announced that it will be attending the LAAD Defense and Security Exhibition 2019 in Brazil. At the event, FN Herstal will be exhibiting the legendary firearms and state-of-the-art technology that ensures the company's position as one of the world’s foremost and most innovative firearms manufacturers.

2019 Trade Shows for FN Herstal Announced

Belgium-based weapon and weapon system designer and manufacturer FN Herstal has issued the list of trade shows the company and its subsidiaries of FN America and FNH UK will attend in 2019.

FNH UK to Unveil Full Capabilities at DVD2018

FNH UK, the UK-based subsidiary of one of the world’s leading firearms manufacturers FN Herstal, will unveil its full capabilities at the DVD2018 show, due to take place at Millbrook, UK, on 19 and 20 September 2018.

FN HERSTAL to Attend SOFIC 2018

FN HERSTAL and subsidiary FN America will be attending the Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) 2018 between 21-24 May in Tampa, Florida, US.

FN HERSTAL to Attend IDEB 2018

FN Herstal and US subsidiary FN America will be attending this year's International Defence Exhibition Bratislava (IDEB) between 16-18 May at the EXPO-Arena in Bratislava, Slovakia.

FN HERSTAL to attend FIDAE 2018

FN HERSTAL, along with its US subsidiary FN America, will be attending this year's FIDAE exhibition in Santiago, Chile, between 3-8 April.

FN Herstal to Attend IAV 2018

FN Herstal, along with its subsidiaries FN America and FNH UK, will be attending this year's International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference.

Manroy Now Renamed FNH UK

Three years after its acquisition by Belgium-based, small arms manufacturer FN Herstal, Manroy Engineering announces its rebranding and name change to FNH UK.

FN Herstal to Exhibit at IDET 2017

FN Herstal and subsidiary FN America will be exhibiting at this year's International Exhibition of Defence & Security Technologies (IDET) at the Brno Exhibition Centre in Brno, Czech Republic, between 31 May - 2 June.

FN Herstal Attending SOFIC 2017

Small arms manufacturer FN Herstal and its US subsidiary FN America will be attending this year's Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) in Tampa, Florida, US, between 15-18 May.

FN Herstal to Attend QUAD-A 2017

FN Herstal and its US subsidiary FN America will be attending this year's QUAD-A exhibition between 26-28 April at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Convention Center, Nashville, Tenessee.

FN Herstal to Attend SOFINS 2017

FN Herstal, along with its US subsidiary FN America, will be attending this year's SOFINS at Souge Camp, France, between 28-30 March.

FN Herstal Attending NATO LCM 2017

FN Herstal will be attending this year's NATO Life Cycle Management (LCM) Conference between 24-25 January at the Parker Hotel Brussels Airport, Belgium.

FN Herstal to Attend SHOT Show 2017

Weapon manufacturer FN Herstal and its US subsidiary FN America will be attending this year's SHOT Show at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, Las Vegas, US, between 17-20 January.

2017 Trade Shows for FN Herstal

Small arms manufacturer FN Herstal has issued the list of trade shows the company, and its US subsidiary FN America, will attend in 2017.

Trade Shows for FN Herstal in 2016

Small arms manufacturer FN Herstal has issued the list of trade shows the company and its US subsidiary FN America will participate in during 2016.

FN Herstal to Attend AAD 2014

FN Herstal will attend the 2014 Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) trade, exhibition and air show event in Pretoria, South Africa, from 17 to 21 September.

FN Herstal to Attend MSPO 2014

FN Herstal, the weapons manufacturer for military and law enforcement personnel, will be attending the 2014 MSPO from the 1 - 4 February 2014 in Kielce, Poland.

FN HERSTAL Unveils Latest Innovations at Eurosatory 2014

The latest innovations introduced by FN HERSTAL at EUROSATORY this year will encompass new solutions that integrate modern technologies with weapons to provide enhanced combat, logistics, and communication capabilities - for ground role weapons and integrated weapon systems.

FN Herstal to Attend SOFIC 2014

FN Herstal will be attending the 2014 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) in Tampa, FL, US, from 20 - 22 May.

FN Herstal to Attend IDEB 2014

FN Herstal will be attending the 2014 International Defence Exhibition Bratislava (IDEB) from 14 to 16 May at the Incheba Expo centre.

FN Herstal Celebrates its 125th Anniversary

It all started back in 1889 with a talented team of entrepreneurs. Today, the Herstal Group people still share the same culture of innovation, quality and customer excellence as from the very start.

FN Herstal to Attend Defexpo 2014

FN Herstal, the weapons manufacturer for military and law enforcement personnel, will be attending the 2014 Defexpo in India from the 6 - 9 February 2014 in New Delhi, India.

FN Herstal Awarded AS/EN 9100 Certification

FN Herstal has recently been certified to AS/EN 9100 aerospace standards, the most advanced quality management system (QMS) standards for aviation, space and defence industries.

FN SmartCore on Display at Eurosatory 2012

Belgium-based small arms manufacturer FN Herstal will display the innovative FN SmartCore, formerly known as the FN Black Box, at the international Eurosatory trade show being held in Paris from 11-15 June 2012.

Famous FN MAG Machine Gun Goes Polymer

The 7.62x51mm NATO caliber FN MAG - designed, developed, manufactured and marketed by Belgium-based small arms manufacturer FN Herstal - now comes standard with a polymer buttstock.

Meet FN Herstal at FIDAE Trade Show in Chile

FN Herstal, a world leader in small arms manufacture, will display portable weapons and integrated weapon systems for land and airborne applications during the FIDAE Trade Show, 27 March to 1 April 2012, booth no. F86- the Belgian Pavilion).

FN Herstal at Singapore Airshow

For the first time in Asia, FN Herstal, a world leader in small arms manufacture, will display portable weapons and integrated weapon systems for airborne applications during the Singapore Airshow 2012 on 14 - 19 February 2012, Booth no B23 in the Belgian Pavilion.

FN Herstal to Attend MILIPOL 2011

FN Herstal will be attending MILIPOL 2011. We would like to invite you to view the new product innovations on display at our stand, no. 3A 076 on the Belgium Pavilion.

FN Herstal Acquires Finnish Opto-Electronic Business

Belgium-based firearms manufacturer FN Herstal announces the acquisition of Finnish company Noptel Oy, which specialises in laser range-finding technology. Over the last few years, FN Herstal and Noptel have worked together in designing and developing the new FN fire control unit (the so

FN MINIMI™ 7.62 Machine Gun Selected by British Military

FN Herstal has recently been awarded a new contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) for the supply of up to 176 MINIMI™ 7.62 light machine guns by the end of 2011. The contract also includes optional quantities of a further 250 MINIMI 7.62 machine guns to be delivered annually

Newly Developed FN Fire Control Unit on Display at IDEF 2011

FN Herstal will introduce its newly developed FN Fire Control Unit to the Turkish market at the IDEF trade show being held in Istanbul from 10-13 May 2011. The FN Fire Control Unit: First Round Hits. On Target. Every Time. Successful target engagement with 40mm LV tube-l

FN Herstal Showcase Latest Product Innovations at IDEX 2011

The FN Fire Control Unit: First Round Hits. On Target. Every Time. Successful target engagement with 40mm LV tube-launched grenades requires precise range estimation to the target and launch at the exact elevation angle, while keeping correct azimuth aiming. With the FN

Meet FN HERSTAL in 2011

Small arms manufacturer FN Herstal has issued the list of trade shows the Company will attend in 2011. 8-9 February: INTERNATIONAL ARMOURED VEHICLES, London, UK 20-24 February: IDEX, Abu Dhabi, UAE 12-15 April: LAAD, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 13-15 April: EUROPOLTECH, Warsaw

FN Herstal Wins French Competition for 7.62 Machine Guns

The French Direction Générale de l'Armement (DGA) has selected the MAG machine gun, manufactured by Belgium-based FN Herstal, to replace its existing AN F1 machine guns. The DGA confirmed this decision on 15 December 2010 as a result of an international competition. The FN MAG machine g

FN 5.56 SCAR® Retained in USSOCOM's Inventory

Belgium-based firearms manufacturer FN Herstal hereby refutes the allegations recently found on the web that USSOCOM abandoned the 5.56 version of the SCAR® rifle and reconfirms USSOCOM's decision to acquire the full FN SCAR family of weapons, including the 5.56mm rifle. The FN S

FN HERSTAL Expands Pistol Offer

Belgium-based FN Herstal has recently announced the launch of its newly designed 9mm FNS™-9 pistol on the market. The FNS-9 pistol has been developed around a pre-loaded striker mechanism, which provides a short and light trigger pull identical to all shots for fast and accurate s

The FN SCAR Reaches Final Milestone

FN Herstal received notification from the USSOCOM Program Executive Office—SOF Warrior (PEO—SW) that the SCAR Acquisition Decision Memorandum (ADM) was approved and signed on April 14, 2010, moving this FN program into the Milestone C phase. This decision authorizes the production and deployment

Asia-Pacific Interested in FN Herstal's Integrated Weapon Systems

FN Herstal, a world leader in small arms manufacture, is pleased to announce that it was recently awarded a contract by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) for K0-1 program including the supply of axially mounted HMP250 pods. FN Herstal's HMP250 features a .50 cal M3P machine gun and a 250 round amm

2010 Trade Show for FN Herstal

Belgium-based FN Herstal, a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of small caliber weapons, integrated weapon systems and associated ammunition, has recently issued the list of trade shows the Company will attend in 2010. 18-20 January SHOT SHOW

FN Herstal Unveils Two Innovative Products at MILIPOL 2009

Belgium-based FN Herstal, a world leader in small arms manufacture, will exhibit two innovative products at MILIPOL 2009, Paris, from 17 through 20 November 2009 (Hall 1, Booth no. 13B054 in the Belgian Pavilion). The FN Moving Red Dot Fire Control Unit: To ensure grenades reach the

New Events Section on FN HERSTAL's Website

An "Events" section has been added to FN HERSTAL's website. It includes the list of events we attended/will attend this year, as well as a selection of pictures of FN stands. To access the new section, click here.

FN Herstal's Innovative Products on Display at IDEX 2009

FN Herstal, a world leader in small arms manufacture, will exhibit two innovative additions to its product line at IDEX 2009 in Abu Dhabi, from 22 to 26 February 2009 (in hall 10, at booth D36 in the Belgian Pavilion). The SCAR™ Assault Rifle: Fully tested and approved by Speci

FN Herstal Announces Award for FN IAR

FN Herstal announced today that on 22 December 2008 the FN infantry automatic rifle (IAR) was down-selected as one of four competitive products for procurement by the United States Marine Corps (USMC) following a full and open competition. Each awardee will now produce and deliver test samples fo

SCAR™ Assault Rifle on Display at Eurosatory

FN Herstal is pleased to announce that the SCAR™ assault rifle will be officially introduced onto the international market at EUROSATORY in Paris (France) from June 16 to 20. The SCAR family was originally designed and developed by FN Herstal following a solicitation by USSOCOM fo

FN Herstal to Demonstrate Less-Lethal Solutions at MillPol Paris

World leaders in ordnance technology FN Herstal will be conducting demonstrations with the FN303 Less-Lethal launcher during the MILIPOL PARIS Trade Show at Stand 3N81 in the Belgian Pavillion from the 9th to the 12th October. Authorized trade visitors and journalists will be able to visualize th

New FN Herstal's Products Introduced at FIDAE

Leading manufacturer of small arms and integrated weapon systems FN HERSTAL will be exhibiting two new products at the FIDAE Show in Santiago de Chile, from 27th March through to 2nd April 2006. For the first time in Latin America, the recently developed 7.62 MINIMI Light Machin

FN Herstal Awarded Major Contract for F2000 Assault Rifles

Leading manufacturer of small arms FN HERSTAL in Belgium is pleased to announce that the Ministry of Defence in Slovenia has recently adopted the F2000 Tactical Assault Rifle and Grenade Launcher for all its Armed Forces. Deliveries will be completed in the course of next year

ARROWS - Advanced Reconnaissance & Remotely Operated Weapon System

ARROWS is the world's most advanced remotely operated weapon station. Truly versatile, it can be equipped with an assortment of machine guns or 40mm grenade launchers. It offers total protection for the operator since it is aimed and fired from beneath the armour. ARROWS is the result of the

Introducing the FN303, the Next Generation in Less Lethal

Reliable and easy to use, this semi-automatic, compressed air system answers the need for any scenario where less lethal force is an option - and does it better than anything before it. The FN303 offers uncompromised accuracy and allows the operator to perfom split-second changes betwe

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FN AMERICA, LLC
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