Sweden orders new launcher system for Gripen fleet
Sweden orders new launcher system for Gripen fleet
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Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a $529 million contract to supply the Netherlands with a Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit and related equipment. The agreement aims to replenish a Patriot system previously donated by the Netherlands to Ukraine.

The direct commercial sales contract includes a single fire unit consisting of radar systems, launchers, command and control stations, and other support equipment. This delivery will bolster the Netherlands’ air defense capabilities and maintain operational readiness as part of its contribution to collective security in Europe.

Work on the contract will primarily be conducted in Andover, Massachusetts, and Huntsville, Alabama.

The Patriot system is a combat-proven ground-based air and missile defense capability. It is utilized by 19 nations worldwide and is designed to counter a wide range of threats, including advanced long-range cruise missiles, tactical ballistic missiles, and other air-breathing threats. The system has demonstrated its effectiveness in defending against complex aerial attacks and continues to serve as a critical component of air defense strategies globally.

About Raytheon

Raytheon, an RTX business, is a leading provider of defense technologies that help governments and partners safeguard national sovereignty and ensure global security. With over a century of experience, the company specializes in integrated air and missile defense, precision weapons, advanced sensors and radars, interceptors, space-based systems, and hypersonic technologies.

About RTX

RTX is a global leader in aerospace and defense, employing over 185,000 people worldwide. The company comprises industry-leading businesses including Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. RTX focuses on advancing aviation, developing integrated defense systems, and creating next-generation technologies to address critical challenges for customers worldwide. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, RTX reported $69 billion in sales in 2023.

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