The remainder of the battery’s equipment is scheduled to arrive later this summer, marking a significant enhancement to U.S. Army missile defence capabilities. This delivery supports the protection of critical infrastructure and military assets against ballistic missile threats both domestically and globally.
“THAAD is a combat-proven, game-changing asset for America and its allies that’s being used in-theatre to great effect right now,” said Dawn Golightly, Vice President, Upper Tier Integrated Air and Missile Defense, Lockheed Martin. “This eighth battery will significantly enhance the U.S. Army’s ability to respond to the growing and evolving ballistic missile threats seen recently, ensuring the security of our country and its allies.”
Lockheed Martin has served as the prime contractor for the THAAD system since 1987, playing a central role in its development, production and integration. The first U.S. THAAD battery was delivered and activated in May 2008, with the contract for the eighth battery awarded in 2022.
THAAD is a hit-to-kill missile defence system designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles inside and outside the earth’s atmosphere. Known for its speed, precision, and 100 percent flight test intercept rate, the system is a vital part of the U.S. missile defence architecture.
The deployment of an additional THAAD battery is expected to improve the military’s flexibility and response to evolving threats around the world. The system’s proven performance continues to drive global interest and reinforce its role in modern air and missile defence.
