Switzerland weighs long-range air defense alternatives as Patriot delays prompt offers from European and other missile suppliers
Several weapons manufacturers say they can meet Switzerland’s urgent need for a long-range air defense system as the country weighs alternatives to delayed U.S. Patriot batteries.
Switzerland selects KNDS AGM artillery system on Piranha IV platform to modernise indirect fire capability
The AGM Artillery Gun Module artillery system will be procured on the Piranha IV carrier platform from Swiss manufacturer GDELS-Mowag. […]
Lockheed Martin begins major assembly of first Swiss F-35A as programme moves toward 2027 deliveries
The first Swiss F-35A aircraft has begun major assembly at Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Center Wing Assembly line in Marietta, Georgia.
Swiss Patriot air and missile defence system procurement faces higher costs and delays of up to seven years
Switzerland’s planned purchase of the U.S.-made Patriot missile defence system could cost significantly more than initially expected, according to reports cited by Swiss media outlet swissinfo.ch.
Switzerland faces rising costs and capability questions over planned F-35A fighter aircraft acquisition
Switzerland’s planned acquisition of the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II is facing growing financial and operational uncertainty as costs rise and the number of aircraft expected to be purchased declines.
Switzerland evaluates additional long-range air defence systems to complement Patriot amid delivery delays
The Swiss Federal Government is evaluating options to acquire an additional long-range air defence system to complement its existing Patriot order.
Rheinmetall begins construction of new workshop and warehouse in Switzerland to support operations and regional growth
Rheinmetall has started construction of a new workshop and warehouse facility in Studen, Switzerland, through its subsidiary Rheinmetall Air Defence.
Skydio opens Zurich R&D office to advance autonomous multi-drone systems and expand European engineering presence
Skydio has opened a new research and development office in Zurich, Switzerland, as part of its expansion in Europe.
Switzerland signals potential cancellation of Patriot air defence deal over delays and payment dispute
Switzerland could abandon its planned purchase of the U.S. Patriot air defence system, Defence Minister Martin Pfister has warned.
U.S. redirects Swiss F-35 funds to Patriot air and missile defense system despite freeze on payments
The United States has redirected Swiss payments intended for F-35 fighter jets to fund the Patriot air defence system, despite Switzerland’s decision to freeze payments for the programme.
Switzerland suspends new arms export licences to United States, citing neutrality rules amid Iran conflict
The Swiss government has suspended the authorisation of new arms exports to the United States due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
Swiss Patriot air defense systems deliveries may face further delays as global demand surges amid Middle East conflict
Switzerland may face additional delays in receiving the U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems it ordered as global demand rises amid conflict in the Middle East.