Switzerland Shortlists SAMP/T, Barak MX for Long-Range Air Defense
The government said the system will complement the US-made Patriot and reduce reliance on a single supplier after reviewing bids from four manufacturers.
- The Swiss Federal Council announced on Wednesday it earmarked CHF 6 billion for a second long-range air-defense system to address the "deteriorating geopolitical situation."
- Because the war in Ukraine delayed American Patriot deliveries by five to seven years, Switzerland seeks a second system to reduce dependence on a single supply chain and supplier.
- The government narrowed its selection to Israel Aerospace Industries' Barak MX and the Eurosam SAMP/T NG, developed jointly by France, Italy, and MBDA, complementing previously ordered American Patriot batteries.
- Parliament will review a broader CHF 24 billion defense and security spending proposal during its winter session, which includes the 6 billion francs for the second system and additional Patriot costs.
- A final decision on funding is expected in 2027, when the council will determine procurement next steps; the selected system will counter ballistic missiles alongside fighter aircraft and shorter-range defenses.
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Switzerland weighs Israeli and French air defence systems
The Swiss defence ministry has been tasked with evaluating two long-range surface-to-air defence systems - Israel's Barak MX and France's SAMP/T NG - as potential additions to the US-made Patriot system, the government said on Wednesday.
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