The sensor solution provider - HENSOLDT has received a further order from Thales to deliver TRS-4D naval radars for the German Navy's F126 frigates.
This brings the total order value to more than 200 million Euros.
TRS-4D naval radar
The initial order placed in 2022 comprised the delivery of TRS-4D naval radars for four Niedersachsen-class frigates (F126) and a radar segment for the test center. Due to the expansion, two further F126 frigates will be equipped. The TRS-4D naval radar from HENSOLDT will be installed in its non-rotating version with four fixed antenna arrays.
The integration of the radar on the ships and shore installations will be carried out by Thales
The integration of the radar on the ships and shore installations will be carried out by Thales to deliver an operational and combat system that meets German requirements. The previous delivery period will be extended due to the contract extension.
high degree of commonality
"Our TRS-4D and its high-end components will be deployed on six German Navy ships in the future and offer the customer a high degree of commonality," said Markus Rothmaier, Head of Naval & Ground Radars at HENSOLDT.
He adds, "We are already working on the radars for the four frigates daily and are delighted that the option for two more has been taken up."
F126 program
Launched in 2020, the F126 program is the German Navy's latest frigate program. Following the contract extension, the F126 class will consist of six ships. The program also includes several land-based test and training sites. Radars from the TRS-4D product family are already in service in various versions on German Navy vessels, including the F125 frigate and the K130 corvette.
The product family also includes the ground-based air defense radar, TRML-4D, which provides exceptionally good detection performance in Ukraine. The family concept enables continuous product improvements and offers advantages in terms of spare parts supply and training.