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Belgium has ordered the Norwegian-made NASAMS air defense system under a contract worth €918 million ($1 billion), broadcaster RTBF reported.
The agreement was signed with the Dutch Armed Forces Procurement Authority, which is purchasing the system for Belgium. The Belgian Air Force will be the end user.
“With the purchase of NASAMS, Belgium will obtain robust national air defense coverage and, at the same time, contribute to greater European security,” Kongsberg President and CEO Eirik Lie said.
Temporary system to be leased from 2027
Belgium will temporarily lease a NASAMS system from 2027 to speed up the development of its initial air defense capability.
The system is designed to counter short- and medium-range aerial threats, including aircraft, helicopters and cruise missiles.
Joint procurement with the Netherlands
Belgium and the Netherlands are also jointly procuring additional air defense capabilities, including “SkyRanger-30” systems and advanced radar equipment.
The overall acquisition, including munitions, is expected to cost approximately €3.1 billion.
