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military-and-defense2 years ago•6 min saved

"Europe Set to Ramp Up Patriot Missile Manufacturing"

NATO has initiated a plan to procure up to 1,000 U.S. Patriot air defense missiles for European nations, with production set to take place in Europe through a contract with COMLOG, a joint venture between RTX and MBDA Missile Systems. Valued at $5.6 billion, the contract aims to enhance NATO's missile stockpiles, which have been depleted due to support provided to Ukraine. The move will also strengthen the European defense industrial base and potentially facilitate further support to Ukraine by freeing up additional missile batches. The decision reflects a strategic shift in response to increased demand for air defense capabilities amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and broader global security challenges.

via The War Zone|

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military-and-defense2 years ago•2 min saved

NATO Allies Unite for $5.5 Billion Purchase of 1000 Patriot Missiles Amid Ukraine Conflict

European nations, including Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and Romania, have collectively agreed to purchase up to 1,000 Patriot air defense missiles in a $5.5 billion deal facilitated by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency. The contract was awarded to COMLOG, a joint venture between MBDA Germany and RTX. This move comes in response to a surge in Russian airstrikes against Ukraine, with the aim of strengthening European military capabilities and establishing a Patriot missile production facility in Germany. The deal signifies a significant step in European defense collaboration and a response to heightened security concerns due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

via Defense News|

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