The Canadian government will acquire the short-range air defense system Saab RBS-70 NG scope To protect the tactical air defense of Canadian Forces deployed in Latvia.
the demand, With a value of approximately $168 millionIt houses all the equipment needed to operate the RBS 70-NG, including launch units, missiles, transport, training and support vehicles.
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Following a competitive procurement process, Saab's bid was selected to meet the urgent operational needs of a Canadian soldier-portable air defense systems programme. Through this program, Saab will provide long-term air defense support to the Canadian Armed Forces, with a particular focus on its enhanced forward presence in Latvia.. As part of its offering, Saab has committed to creating Canadian content through its local office and partners and suppliers based in Canada.
“We are pleased to offer our proven RBS-70 NG air defense solution, which is a critical capability for nations in the current environment,” says Saab's President and CEO. Michael Johansson.
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The RBS-70NG will allow the Canadian Forces to defend against in-range fixed-wing and helicopters, close air support aircraft, Tier 1 small unmanned aerial systems and larger unmanned aerial systems. The first systems are expected to be delivered later this year.
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The RBS-70 NG is a short-range air defense system manufactured by Saab. Which features laser beam guidance and automatic tracking technology. Saab has RBS-70 NG customers around the world, including the Latvian Armed Forces.
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Supplementary protection against drones
Also to protect Canadian forces deployed in Latvia as part of the reinsurance operation, Canada is investing US$35 million in purchasing new anti-drone equipment.
This will provide Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members deployed in Operation Latvia with better access Protection against hostile category UAS 1 (small drones) by allowing them to be detected, identified, tracked and defeated, ensuring freedom of action for ground operations. The initial operational capability of this new equipment is scheduled for the end of this year. The project will provide counter-drone systems, command and control hardware and software, sensors, non-kinetic effectors, and in-service training and support.
The Government of Canada did not provide details about the anti-drone equipment purchased or its manufacturer.
