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Romania will acquire 231 Mistral MANPADS and 934 missiles, including training and logistics, to enhance air defence amid drone threats, in a €626 million EU joint procurement.
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The Romanian army has today announced the acquisition of 231 Manpad Mistral and 934 Mistral missiles from France. The acquisition is part of the SAFE European Defence Industry Investment Plan. Designed for anti-aircraft protection at high altitudes, these weapons are mainly used for the protection of troops, strategic targets and military vehicles against helicopters, small or drones.
The Roman army is equipped with portable and old missile launchers after it has signed a contract of more than 625 million euros with the French Government, through a European military procurement programme in common...
Romania signs 625 million euro deal with France for new Mistral air defence systems
The contract is valued at 625,591,000 euros excluding VAT and covers 231 systems and 934 missiles. It also includes training services, training ammunition, documentation, a simulator and logistic support. The acquisition forms part of the “European Joint Acquisition of Mistral System” initiative coordinated by France. Romania is participating alongside Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia and Hungary. Officials said the purchase is included in the I…
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