This marks the second delivery of Bolide Mk2 missiles to Lithuania. Earlier this year, in May, Defence Industry Europe reported the receipt of the first batch. The deliveries are part of a broader contract signed in October 2022 between the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence and Saab, valued at EUR 45 million. The contract includes the provision of an unspecified number of RBS 70 air defence systems equipped with Bolide Mk2 missiles.
The Bolide Mk2 missile is designed to enhance interception capabilities, allowing it to engage aerial targets at altitudes of up to 4 km and distances of up to 7 km. This missile system is also in use by several other NATO allies, contributing to a shared defensive posture within the alliance.
Additionally, in July of this year, Lithuania’s Ministry of Defence announced the acquisition of the RBS 70 NG mobile short-range air defence system (MSHORAD) from Saab. This deal, valued at EUR 147 million, was finalized through the Defence Materiel Agency, with deliveries expected between 2025 and 2027.
The MSHORAD system represents a significant modernization of Lithuania’s air defence capabilities. The system will include mobile fire control centres, Giraffe 1X mobile radars, and RBS 70 NG mobile fire units, all mounted on JLTV armoured all-terrain vehicles. This advanced setup will provide Lithuania with enhanced protection and operational flexibility, enabling a swift response to potential aerial threats.