Polish defense group PGZ considers modernizing Ukrainian fighter jets

Poland's state-owned defense group, Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), is exploring the possibility of modernizing Ukrainian fighter jets, including F-16s and MiG-29s, according to PGZ CEO Adam Leszkiewicz.

This potential collaboration expands on existing partnerships between PGZ companies and Ukrainian defense manufacturers. Initially, the cooperation focused on armored equipment, particularly the sale of Krab self-propelled howitzers produced by Huta Stalowa Wola to Ukraine.

Leszkiewicz stated that discussions are also underway to provide support, repairs, and servicing for Ukrainian F-16 and MiG-29 aircraft, which have been supplied by international partners. Furthermore, PGZ is already involved in producing specific components for ammunition and missiles for the Ukrainian army.

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Currently, we are also discussing support, repairs, and maintenance services for Ukrainian F-16 and MiG-29 aircraft transferred to Ukraine by partners. Furthermore, we are already cooperating in the production of selected components for ammunition and missiles for the Ukrainian army.

In parallel, PGZ is pursuing new avenues of cooperation with Ukraine. A recent memorandum of understanding was signed with TAF Industries, a Ukrainian firm, signaling potential collaboration in the area of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). PGZ anticipates reaching agreements on both technology transfer and joint production with TAF Industries.

The memorandum between TAF Industries and PGZ was signed during the International Conference for the Reconstruction of Ukraine (URC 2026) in Gdańsk. This conference saw the signing of over 30 agreements totaling more than 1.5 billion euros for Ukraine's reconstruction projects. Additionally, Kyiv and Warsaw agreed to cooperate on resolving issues related to long queues at the border.

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An example is the signed memorandum of cooperation with TAF Industries. We see prospects for cooperation with this Ukrainian company in the area of unmanned aerial vehicles and we are counting on an agreement on both technology transfer and joint production.