# Investigation: How a Swiss-linked company helped Russian arms factories stay afloat

https://mins.news/en/item/67359

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-21 12:53 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/investigation-how-a-swiss-linked-company-helped-russian-arms-factories-like-kalashnikov-stay-afloat/

> Leaked documents obtained by the Kyiv Independent indicate that more than 50 Russian defense companies use Western high-precision machinery from Germany, Switzerland, and Sweden. The investigation says Galika-Service, the Russian arm of Swiss-linked Galika AG, supplied spare parts and maintenance to keep the equipment operating, serving clients including Kalashnikov Concern and the Imperial Tula Arms Factory.