MBDA completes Aster missile test and begins accelerated deliveries for European air defence
MBDA marked two significant developments in European air defence during July 2025, underlining its commitment to delivering sovereign defence capabilities.
Aster
First Aster missiles delivered to Italy following accelerated production under OCCAR-led programme
The first batch of new Aster missiles has been delivered to Italy as part of the FSAF-PAAMS Sustainment and Enhancement (S&E) contract, following a production acceleration initiative.
France to supply Armed Forces of Ukraine with new batch of Aster missiles
France has committed to providing Ukraine with a new batch of Aster anti-aircraft missiles for the SAMP/T air defence system.
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Air defence: OCCAR contracts Eurosam for additional SAMP/T NG systems
The European long-range air and missile defence system has been choosen by Italian air Force.
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MBDA: Aster demonstrates unmatched performance on NATO trials
NATO exercises have again proven the potent air defence capabilities of MBDA’s Aster missile in providing long-range protection from difficult air threats.
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Air defence: France and Italy order the Aster missiles
The OCCAR, on behalf of the French and Italian defence procurement agencies, has signed a contract with Eurosam (a joint venture company of Thales and MBDA) for the production of the Aster air defence missiles.
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OCCAR: contract amendment for Aster 30 B1 naval standard for UK
The contract Amendment saw the UK joining the multi-National partnership between France and Italy for the Production of the Aster Block 1, with a new contract managed by MBDA trough Eurosam.
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