The successful deployment with high effectiveness of the IRIS-T SLM systems in Ukraine underlines the importance of this modern system for European air defence in the medium-range layer.
Bulgaria has signed a contract to procure the German medium-range air defence system, IRIS-T SLM, as part of the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI).
Germany has announced an order for 17 additional IRIS-T air defence systems for Ukraine, with deliveries set to commence in 2024.
The systems of the type IRIS-T SLM are used to protect critical infrastructure, objects and people on the ground through the engagement of aerial threats originating from aircraft, missiles and drones.
On August 6, the Bulgarian parliament approved funding for the purchase of the IRIS-T SLM (Surface-Launched Medium-Range) air defence system.
German defence procurement agency (BAAINBw) announced the successful delivery of the first unit of the IRIS-T SLM air defence system from Diehl Defence.
The project “GBAD MR” is a procurement project for renewing important air defence systems of the Swiss Armed Forces.
Diehl Defence, a leading supplier for guided missiles and ground-based air defence systems (GBAD), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ERA, a member of OMNIPOL group.
Diehl Defence, a leading system house for guided missiles and ground-based air defence systems, will feature a strong trade fair presence at ILA 2024 in Berlin from June 5 to 9.
Lithuania is considering the purchase of the IRIS-T medium-range air defence system from Germany, according to Lithuanian Defence Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas.
Diehl Defence has announced the upcoming delivery of a fourth IRIS-T SLM air defence system to Ukraine, expected within a few weeks.
The Russian Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation has reported a successful strike on a Ukrainian IRIS-T SLM air defence system, including a radar and launcher.
