(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a technology enterprise, has secured a significant contract worth approximately €328 million from the Romanian Ministry of Defence. This contract involves the comprehensive modernization of Romania’s Oerlikon GDF 103 air defence artillery systems, marking Rheinmetall’s first major order from Romania. The package includes the delivery of four advanced systems, along with training, spare parts, and support services. The modernization project will enhance Romania’s air defence capabilities and contribute to EU and NATO security in Eastern Europe. Rheinmetall’s advanced air defence solution, known as Skynex, is at the heart of this contract, offering cutting-edge technology for close and short-range protection against various threats, including drones and cruise missiles. This contract reinforces Rheinmetall’s global leadership in air defence solutions.
(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, December 22, 2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall AG (ETR: RHM), a German embedded generation organization active in the automotive and defense sectors, has reached a vital milestone by winning a main contract with the Romanian organization . Ministry of Defense. This historic agreement marks Rheinmetall’s first primary order with Romania, a NATO and EU member state. Valued at approximately €328 million (excluding VAT), the contract includes a comprehensive task to modernize Romania’s Oerlikon GDF 103 air defense. artillery systems. The package includes the delivery of 4 complex systems, comprehensive training, spare parts and various services. Over the next two years, Rheinmetall will deliver two of those systems, with the other two expected to follow within 3 years.
Armin Papperger, Chairman of the Board of Management of Rheinmetall AG, expressed his enthusiasm for the contract: “This first initial order from the Romanian government expands our presence in Central Europe. It also underlines Rheinmetall’s role as a leading supplier of terrestrial materials. “In addition, this order will strengthen the defensive functions of the EU and NATO on Europe’s eastern flank, which we are very pleased about. “
The systems included in the contract are generation systems and include:
Rheinmetall’s Skynex air defense solution, an upgraded Oerlikon anti-aircraft artillery system, is modular and flexible, designed to protect constant elements and installations in short- and short-range scenarios. It is capable of attacking up to 4 targets, adding ground targets, at very close range.
The weapons-based air defence solutions in the Skynex product range excel at a short diversity of consistent attacks, especially in the face of aerial threats such as cruise missiles and drones, which guided missiles can struggle to counter effectively. The formula uses rapid fire from Oerlikon’s autocannons, which offer a rate of fire of 1,100 rounds per minute and a maximum effective range of up to 4,000 meters.
The recent success of the 35mm Gepard anti-aircraft tank in Ukraine highlights the efficiency of cannon-based air defence in countering aerial threats, further underscoring the significance of short-range air defence in modern warfare.
Skynex represents a generational leap in sensor technology, networked deployment of tactical units, and integration into higher-level systems and commands. Its unique combat effectiveness is enhanced through Rheinmetall’s timed and programmable 35mm Ahead ammunition, ensuring maximum effectiveness compared to small, fast ammunition. Moving targets.
With this contract, Rheinmetall continues to consolidate its position as a leader in complex air defense solutions, contributing to the protection and preparedness of nations around the world.
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