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The sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT has been awarded a contract extension for the Eurofighter Mk1 radar worth approximately 350 million euros. Following approval by the German and Spanish Ministries of Defence, further development tasks were commissioned by Airbus Defense and Space. next-generation E-Scan radar   The ECRS Mk1 project (Eurofighter Common Radar System Mark 1) is the next-generation Eurofighter radar that is to be fielded by the air forces of Germany and Spain.  This E-Scan radar will enhance the capabilities of the Eurofighter, which Airbus produces for the German and Spanish air forces, in air-to-air and air-to-ground operations and also equip it with electronic warfare capabilities. Airbus Defense and Space The radar was developed by a consortium consisting of the German HENSOLDT Sensors GmbH The radar was developed by a consortium consisting of the German HENSOLDT Sensors GmbH and the Spanish Indra Sistemas S.A.  Together with Airbus Defense and Space, the companies form the industrial structure that develops, certifies and manufactures the state-of-the-art military technology. further development of the devices The contract extension includes the delivery of test systems for the German radar test aircraft Airbus A320 D-ATRA as well as revisions to the Mk1 Step 1 radar system. The further development of the devices represents a technological leap forward in order to bring the operational capabilities of the weapon system to bear with this E-Scan radar in a future-oriented manner. Effectiveness of the Mk1 Step 1 radar The scope of services also includes an initial development phase for ECRS Mk1 Step 2 The order ensures the future and expandability and, thus, the operational effectiveness of the Mk1 Step 1 radar and future steps. The scope of services also includes an initial development phase for ECRS Mk1 Step 2.  The associated e-scan radar capability with the task-based management of the Airbus Defence and Space Attack & Identify system will significantly reduce the workload of pilots in the Eurofighter cockpit and further increase operational effectiveness. Eurofighter Mk1 radar “The contract extension ensures the development of an air-certifiable, robust Eurofighter Mk1 radar for Germany and Spain." "Our goal is to start flight testing of the revised radar at the end of 2025. Installation of the Mk1 Step 1 on the German Quadriga Eurofighters is then scheduled to begin in the course of 2027,” says Frank Döngi, Head of Eurofighter Radar.

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.

The sensor specialist - HENSOLDT has received a further order for the delivery of 'Dynahawk' fire control sights (FLV). The customer is the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support (BAAINBw). The order includes deliveries in 2024 and 2025, with an option for further systems in 2026. The order is worth several million euros. HENSOLDT has already supplied fire control sights in previous years. anti-tank weapons "With the 'Dynahawk', we are significantly increasing the first-hit probability on dynamic and distant targets of the deployed anti-tank weapons," says Josef Reif, Sales Manager in the Sights division. Josef Reif adds, "Thanks to the FLV in conjunction with the HENSOLDT IRV-MR night vision attachment, we can also guarantee operational capability at night." Dynahawk The ballistics computer of the fire control sight is equipped with sensors for environmental perception The 'Dynahawk' has a 5.5x glass optical magnification and a laser rangefinder. The ballistics computer of the fire control sight, which is equipped with sensors for environmental perception (temperature, air pressure, angular rate sensor), has several modes for engaging static and dynamic targets and automatically recognizes the loaded ammunition and calculates the corresponding ballistics. unique selling point The FLV also has selection options for programming the firing point. This means that bursting or air-burst ammunition can also be used with pinpoint accuracy.  The unique selling point of the FLV is its interoperability with the two weapon systems introduced into the Bundeswehr, the 'Wirkmittel 90' (DND RGW90) and the 'leichte Wirkmittel 1800+' (MBDA Enforcer). Both weapons can be fired without changes to the configuration of the 'Dynahawk'.