AgustaWestland has signed partnership agreements with FIRSTEC Co., Ltd. and Dodaam Systems Co., LTD. which develops training systems for the defense sector. AgustaWestland signed the memorandums of understanding with both firms as the first step in providing dedicated service and training centers for military helicopters in South Korea. The AW159 is a derivative and multi-role variant of the Westland Super Lynx military helicopter that is designed for battlefield utility, search and rescue and anti-surface warfare roles.

The AW159 also is designed to operate off the deck of small ships under a wide range of weather conditions.