The HENSOLDT group of companies entered into a strategic partnership with the Ukrainian arms manufacturer Fire Point at the Eurosatory arms trade fair in Paris.
According to a press release, the aim of the agreement is to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense. “HENSOLDT is responsible for the production, testing and delivery of radar systems for the ballistic missile defense system (BMD) and supports their integration into the system,” it said. HENSOLDT said the radars are capable of detecting and tracking up to 1,500 different air targets.
Ukraine has been defending itself against the Russian war of aggression for more than four years. The Russian military regularly bombards the neighboring country’s hinterland with drones and missiles. While Ukrainian drone defenses are already working effectively, Russian missiles continue to cause extensive damage.
The systems supplied by the West, such as the American Patriot system or the German Iris-T complex, are not sufficient for comprehensive protection. In addition, the rockets for the systems are expensive. Kyiv therefore also relies on its own developments and cooperation with Western arms companies.
Alternative to Patriot systems
The German radars are to be integrated into the Freyja air defense system developed by Fire Point. “Now we can move from the concept to the practical implementation of a pan-European defense shield against ballistic missiles,” commented the head of Fire Point, Iryna Terech, according to Ukrainian media on the planned cooperation. There was initially no information about the number of radars and the value of possible deliveries. Since the start of the war in Ukraine, Fire Point has made a name for itself by developing drones and missiles.
HENSOLDT, based in Taufkirchen near Munich, specializes in the construction of radars and optical systems. The company develops sensors, electronics and software for army, naval, aerospace and aerospace forces and to defend against cyber attacks. Last year, the listed company reported sales of 2.46 billion euros.
The HENSOLDT share was temporarily 2.16 percent lower at EUR 70.82 in after-hours trading on Tradegate.
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