SAMP/T NG air defence system: successful test of Aster 30 B1NT interceptor
The SAMP/T NG system, which utilises this advanced missile, is designed to provide enhanced protection for the French Air Force, Italian Army, and Air Force.
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Israel successfully intercepts Iranian missiles with Arrow defence systems
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) successfully intercepted long-range ballistic missiles launched by Iran on the evening of October 1st, using the Arrow 2 and Arrow 3 systems.
Raytheon completes first AN/TPY-2 radar for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The AN/TPY-2 is a missile defence radar that can detect, track and discriminate ballistic missiles in multiple phases of flight, according to Raytheon.
France orders seven additional SAMP/T NG air defence systems
Eurosam, the Franco-Italian joint venture responsible for the development of the SAMP/T NG system, has been a leader in air defence for over 35 years.
Air defence: Enduring Shield intercepts targets in flight test
The demonstration highlighted the system’s ability to detect, track, engage and intercept UAS and CM targets in a missile flight test with a surface launched AIM-9X.
Romania to transfer Patriot air and missile defence system to Ukraine
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis has signed a decree to transfer a Patriot air and missile defence system to Ukraine.
tkMS and NVL agree on cooperation to build MEKO A-400 AMD frigates for German Navy
The MEKO A-400 AMD extends existing capability profiles with an improved energy supply for future weapon and command systems.
Lockheed Martin strengthens collaboration with Polish defence industry for PAC-3 MSE production
In Poland, Lockheed Martin partnered with local industry to develop and manufacture components of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor.
Partners work to fill gaps in Ukraine’s air and missile defence
With its own resources and the assistance of NATO countries, Ukraine has achieved success in limiting Russia’s air and missile edge.
Air defence: Netherlands seeks to buy two additional Patriot launchers
The Netherlands has received approval from the U.S. Department of State to purchase and modernise M903 launchers for its Patriot air defence systems
HYDEF Programme reaches milestone with completion of the Mission Definition Review
The HYDEF (Hypersonic Defence) Programme has achieved a significant technical milestone with the completion of the Mission Definition Review (MDR).
Germany plans large procurement of PAC-3 MSE interceptors from Lockheed Martin
The U.S. Department of State has approved the potential sale of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) missiles and associated equipment to Germany.