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The Lower Tier Air and Missile Defence Sensor, developed by Raytheon, achieved significant technical and performance milestones while completing Contractor Verification Testing at the U.S. Army's White Sands Missile Range. Meeting defined objectives, the tests demonstrated the effectiveness of the radar's design and performance against real and simulated threats.

RTX moves LTAMDS radar system into production following successful U.S. Army tests

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LTAMDS underwent eight flight tests of increasing difficulty designed to challenge and validate the radar’s capabilities against real-world threats

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has broken ground on a new USD 50 million Hypersonic System Indiana Payload Integration Facility (IPIF) in Crane, Indiana. The 68,000-square-foot complex will support the development and testing of next-generation hypersonic vehicle and payload technologies, advancing capabilities for the Multi-Service Advanced Capabilities Hypersonic Testbed (MACH-TB) program.

Kratos awarded USD 30 million U.S. contract for critical air defence hardware

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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. has announced it has been awarded a sole source production contract valued at approximately USD 30 million for air defence system hardware.

The 176th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) has officially fielded a modernised Battle Command Center (BCC) equipped with the state-of-the-art Battle Control System-Fixed (BCS-F), marking a significant advancement in North American air defence capabilities. The updated system enhances operational efficiency, reduces risk of human error, and allows quicker decision-making during critical missions.

NORAD: 176th Air Defense Squadron fields state-of-the-art Battle Command Center

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The 176th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) has officially fielded a modernised Battle Command Center (BCC) equipped with the state-of-the-art Battle Control System-Fixed (BCS-F).

U.S. Marines with the 3d Marine Littoral Regiment (3d MLR), 3d Marine Division, have deployed to the Philippines in support of Exercise Balikatan 25, taking place from 21 April to 9 May 2025. As part of the training, the 3d Littoral Anti-Air Battalion (3d LAAB) will conduct live-fire exercises with the newly fielded Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS).

U.S. Marine Corps deploys MADIS air defence system to Philippines for Balikatan 2025

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The MADIS will be employed during the Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) event, one of six Combined Joint All-Domain Operations taking place during Balikatan 25.

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) continues to play a central role in supporting NATO’s deterrence and defence capabilities.

U.S. Department of State approves sale of Stinger anti-aircraft systems to Morocco

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On 15 April 2025, the U.S. Department of State approved a possible sale of up to 600 FIM-92K Stinger Block I missiles to the Kingdom of Morocco.

Northrop Grumman Corporation has officially opened a new Enhanced Production and Integration Center (EPIC) in Madison, Alabama, to support the United States Army’s modernisation of air and missile defence systems. The facility is designed to significantly scale up manufacturing capacity for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS), a central component of the U.S. Army’s defence strategy.

Northrop Grumman opens new air and missile defence integration centre in Alabama

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Northrop Grumman has officially opened a new Enhanced Production and Integration Center (EPIC) in Madison, Alabama, to support the U.S. Army’s modernisation of air and missile defence systems.

The Royal Air Force (RAF) is operating Indra’s long-range transportable Lanza 3D radar (LTR-25) as an integral part of the surveillance of the United Kingdom’s airspace. As part of the RAF’s Global Enablement Team, it is as an asset that is prepared to be rapidly deployed anywhere in the world.

Indra signs contract to supply long-range 3D radars to the Royal Air Force of Oman

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The Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) will be equipped with new long-range Lanza 3D early warning radars under a recently signed contract with Spanish technology company Indra.

On January 3, the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has awarded COMLOG, a joint venture between Raytheon and MBDA, their first contract under the European Sky Shield Initiative, or ESSI. With a total value of up to USD 5.6 billion, the NSPA contract supports a coalition of nations, including Germany, the Netherlands, Romania and Spain, with a combined quantity of up to 1,000 PATRIOT GEM-T missiles, if all options are exercised.

Ukraine develops domestic missile defence system as alternative to Patriot, minister of strategic industries says

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Ukraine is advancing efforts to develop its own analogue of the US-made Patriot air defence system amid growing threats from Russian ballistic missile attacks.

The Swiss Federal Office for Defence Procurement, armasuisse, has successfully completed a key testing phase for the TRML-4D radar, part of the upcoming medium-range ground-based air defence (GBAD MR) system. The tests took place from 31 March to 11 April 2025 in collaboration with the Swiss Armed Forces.

Switzerland completes TRML-4D radar trials for future medium-range ground-based air defence system

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Switzerland plans to procure four or five IRIS-T SLM systems from German manufacturer Diehl Defence GmbH & Co. KG, with contract negotiations at an advanced stage.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude for the new German aid package to strengthen Ukraine's air defence after a telephone conversation with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

Germany to provide Armed Forces of Ukraine with additional Leopard tanks and IRIS-T air defence systems

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German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius announced a new package of military aid for Ukraine during the Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Brussels.

Türkiye has unveiled ambitious plans to establish a comprehensive, multi-layered air defence system called the "Steel Dome" project. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the country's efforts to develop an independent and advanced defence infrastructure, reducing reliance on foreign military equipment.

Saudi Arabia reportedly favouring Türkiye’s Aselsan to provide air defence system for NEOM mega-city

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According to Intelligence Online, Aselsan may take the lead in providing the defence solution, potentially replacing the European missile manufacturer MBDA.

In an increasingly complex and evolving threat landscape, the integration of the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) into the Aegis Combat System could deliver a combat-proven missile interceptor with growing capacity to U.S. sailors. This integration could significantly enhance the U.S.’s ability to detect, track and engage incoming threats, providing a robust and multi-layered defense against potential adversaries.

Lockheed Martin advances naval missile defence with PAC-3 MSE and Aegis Combat System integration

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The PAC-3 MSE is an industry-leading, hit-to-kill missile interceptor designed to counter advanced threats including ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, hypersonics and aircraft.