- Delivery of this follow-up order will begin in 2008.
- The order backlog for military hardware now stands at W1.5 trillion.



Doosan Infracore has concluded a contract with Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration to supply additional "Biho" (Flying Tiger) low-altitude 30mm twin self-propelled anti-aircraft guns to the Korean military. The approximately W500 billion (US$543 million) follow-up order will be delivered in stages, starting in 2008. The initial order, singed in 2002, is still in the process of being completed.

The "Biho" is a high-precision weapons system developed mainly with homegrown technology. It has been proven to be more accurate and price competitive than similar systems produced in other countries. Starting with this second order, major electronics systems such as the system tracker, aiming unit and identification of friend or foe have been localized.

The use of locally-produced military hardware facilitates logistics support. The excellent maneuverability of the gun enhances its self-defense capabilities and elevates crew survivability.

With this latest order, the backlog for military hardware comes to W1.5 trillion (US$1.63 billion), enough to keep the Defense Products BG operating at full capacity for almost five years. Moreover, the high percentage of localization gives the company a competitive edge (between 50 and 60% of the cost of an import). This means the Doosan Infracore Defense Products BG can expect to see an increase in exports.