Denmark requests SM-2 Block IIIA standard missiles
The US State Department has made a determination approving a potential foreign military sale of up to 46 standard missiles, SM-2 Block IIIA all-up rounds, RIM BK IIIA vertical launching system (VLS) and other related equipment to Denmark, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced on 31 July.
In a package worth $152 million, Denmark has requested to buy up to 46 SM-2 Block IIIA vertical launching tactical all-up rounds, RIM 066M-03-BK IIIA (VLS); up to two SM-2 Block IIIA telemetry, omni-directional, all¬-up rounds, RIM-066M-03-BK IIIA (VLS); and up to two SM-2 Block IIIA telemetry, omni-directional antenna, warhead dud capable, RIM 066M-03-BK IIIA (VLS).
The requested package also includes Mk 13 Mod 0 VLS canisters, technical support services and other related elements of logistics and programme support.
The requested package will support Denmark’s anti-air warfare capabilities for the Royal Danish Navy’s Iver Huitfeldt class frigate. The SM-2 Block IIIA missiles, combined with the anti-air warfare system combat system, will provide significantly enhanced area defence capabilities over critical Northern Europe air-and-sea-lines of communication.
If the sale goes ahead, Raytheon Cooperation, Raytheon Company and BAE Systems will be the prime contractor.
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