RTX begins $53 million expansion of LTAMDS radar production facility in Andover, Massachusetts
The LTAMDS is a next-generation radar system developed to counter advanced threats, including hypersonic weapons.
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Raytheon begins production of SharpSight multi-domain radar for all-weather surveillance use
Raytheon has started initial production of its SharpSight multi-domain surveillance radar, a system designed to deliver high-altitude, real-time, high-resolution imaging for land and maritime missions.
U.S. plans strategic radar upgrade to strengthen missile defences against Russia, China and North Korea
The United States is planning to upgrade its early warning radar systems to better detect and classify hostile ballistic missiles targeting the homeland.
Germany to equip F127 frigates with Raytheon’s SPY-6(V)1 radar under U.S. foreign military sale
Raytheon has been chosen by the German government to supply its SPY-6(V)1 radar system for eight F127 frigates, under a proposed foreign military sales contract with the U.S. Navy.
Raytheon unveils APG-82(V)X radar for F-15EX with greater range and no increase in power demand
Raytheon has announced a new variant of its APG-82 radar for the F-15EX fighter aircraft that offers increased effective range without requiring additional power.
Thales’s Ground Fire radar enters full-scale series production for SAMP/T NG air defence system
Thales’s Ground Fire air surveillance and defence radar has entered continuous series production as of early 2025, following successful factory acceptance tests (FAT) witnessed by France’s Armament General Directorate (DGA).
German defence firm HENSOLDT to open high-volume radar manufacturing site by 2027
German sensor technology company HENSOLDT announced plans to open a new production facility dedicated to series manufacturing of radar systems for air and drone defence.
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Lockheed Martin begins testing first SPY-7 radar system for Japan’s Aegis-equipped vessels
Lockheed Martin has begun critical testing of the AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar system for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV) programme, marking a key milestone in partnership with Japan’s Ministry of Defense (JMOD) and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency.
RTX introduces APG-82(V)X radar with gallium nitride for longer range and faster performance
The new system integrates gallium nitride (GaN) technology to extend range and strengthen air-to-air, air-to-ground and electronic warfare functions.
Northrop Grumman teams with Taiwanese firms to deliver AN/TPS-78 Advanced Capabilities Radar
According to Northrop Grumman, the AN/TPS-78 ADCAP radar is based on more than 60 years of company experience in high-performance radar systems and is already fielded worldwide.
Robin Radar Systems unveils software upgrade extending IRIS counter-drone radar range to 12km
Robin Radar Systems has announced a software breakthrough that extends the range of its counter-UAS radar system, IRIS, from 5km (3.1 miles) to 12km (7.45 miles).
Raytheon’s PhantomStrike radar brings compact AESA power to small aircraft and UAVs
Raytheon has successfully tested its new PhantomStrike radar, marking a significant step in bringing advanced sensing to a wider range of aircraft, including smaller platforms.
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