U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages emerging construction mission in Norway in support of regional security, interoperability
By Christopher GardnerJune 20, 2024
RYGGE AIR STATION, Norway – Construction is getting underway later this year to upgrade perimeter fencing here as part of a growing military construction program in Norway being managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
The work is the first of five already planned European Deterrence Initiative projects for the base. In addition to facilitating interoperability, training and international exercises, the European Deterrence Initiative projects aim to enhance the readiness of Rygge Air Station to support the capability of U.S. forces, Norwegian forces, NATO Allies, and partners to rapidly respond to any situation in the region should the need arise.
“Since 1949, Norway’s been a close ally of the United States -- both bilaterally and through NATO -- and we’re very grateful for that partnership and look forward to building on it – quite literally,” said Europe District Deputy District Engineer for Programs and Project Management Justin Wetherwax while engaging Norwegian and other international engineering and construction professionals at an industry day in Oslo in May. “In today’s security environment, we’re looking forward to building these projects at Rygge Air Station and continuing to reinforce regional security together.”
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