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Lithuania boosts air defence with second Saab MSHORAD battery order

Posted on October 4, 2024 by alert5

Saab has secured a second order from Lithuania for its Mobile Short-Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) system, strengthening the Baltic nation’s air defence capabilities. The order, valued at $116 million, follows an initial agreement signed in July 2024.

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RTX bolsters defense capabilities with new missile contract and space sensor technology

Posted on October 1, 2024 by alert5

RTX has announced significant advancements in its defence technology portfolio, focusing on enhanced naval defense and space-based missile warning systems. These developments highlight RTX’s commitment to providing cutting-edge defence solutions in response to evolving global threats.

An evolved sea sparrow missile (ESSM) launches from one of USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) weapons sponsons during combat systems ship qualification trials (CSSQT), April 16, 2021. CSSQT is a Naval Sea Systems Command requirement to verify that ship personnel can operate and maintain their combat systems in a safe and effective manner. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting its final independent steaming event of post-delivery tests and trials. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Zachary Melvin)

Raytheon delivers first GaN-Based AN/TPY-2 radar to Saudi Arabia

Posted on September 26, 2024 by alert5

Raytheon, an RTX business, has delivered the first AN/TPY-2 radar equipped with a full Gallium Nitride (GaN) array to Saudi Arabia. The company announced the delivery on Sept. 25, marking progress in the Kingdom’s missile defense program. This radar, a key component of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, represents an advancement in ballistic missile detection technology, offering superior energy efficiency, reduced weight, and increased power output compared to its predecessors..

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Cheongung-II: South Korea’s advanced air defense missile system

Posted on September 21, 2024September 20, 2024 by alert5

According to a recent YouTube video by KFN (Korean Forces Network), the Cheongung-II, often referred to as the “Korean Patriot,” is gaining significant attention in the global defense market, particularly in the Middle East. This surface-to-air missile system represents a major advancement in South Korea’s air defense capabilities and showcases the country’s growing prowess in military technology.

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Sweden paves way for potential Gripen transfer to Ukraine with $220 million parts package

Posted on September 10, 2024 by alert5

In a significant development for Ukraine’s air defense capabilities, Sweden has unveiled a comprehensive military support package that includes substantial provisions for the potential future transfer of JAS 39 Gripen fighters. The Swedish government, recognizing the strategic importance of bolstering Ukraine’s aerial warfare capabilities, has allocated approximately $220.8 million for acquiring materiel parts specific to the JAS 39C/D variants of the Gripen multirole fighter aircraft.

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