The Danish Ministry of Defense has announced that the construction costs for the planned ammunition factory in Elling, North Jutland, have increased by approximately 480 million kroner. This rise in expenses is primarily attributed to mandatory expansions of the building’s area for safety reasons, which are intended to prevent a possible explosion in one section of the factory from causing explosions in adjacent areas. This decision highlights the government's commitment to ensuring safety in military installations.

In addition to the increased building area, the project is also facing additional expenditures related to the construction of extra shooting ranges and adjustments to the infrastructure surrounding the factory. These infrastructure updates are critical to accommodate both operational needs and safety requirements, revealing the complexities involved in such defense projects.

Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen communicated this development to the political parties involved in the defense agreement, expressing regret over the surge in costs but noting that the additional expenses could be managed within the allocated reserve. This situation underscores the challenges in defense budgeting and project management, particularly in relation to safety and operational efficiency.