OCCAR Awards EUROSAM Contract to Develop Multi-Layer Air Defence SAMP/T NG System
The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR) has signed a contract with Eurosam on behalf of France to develop a multi-layer air defence variant of the SAMP/T NG surface-to-air missile system, integrating both ASTER and VL MICA missile technologies into a single platform.
Highlights
- OCCAR signed a contract with Eurosam on behalf of France to develop a multi-layer air defence variant of the SAMP/T NG surface-to-air missile system.
- The new SAMP/T NG configuration integrates ASTER missiles for medium-to-long-range interception and VL MICA missiles for short-range, low-altitude threats including drones.
- Eurosam, a joint venture between MBDA and Thales, is the long-standing developer and producer of the SAMP/T system family.
- The contract aims to enhance European defence industry autonomy and strengthen France's position within NATO allied air defence cooperation.
OCCAR Awards EUROSAM Contract to Develop Multi-Layer Air Defence SAMP/T NG System
The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR) has formally signed a contract with Eurosam on behalf of France, commissioning the development of a multi-layer air defence variant of the SAMP/T NG (Surface-to-Air Missile Platform / Terrain New Generation) system. The new configuration will integrate both ASTER and VL MICA (Vertical Launch MICA) missiles onto a single platform.
Programme Background
The SAMP/T NG represents the next-generation evolution of the existing SAMP/T system, featuring enhanced radar integration capabilities and improved multi-target interception performance. The core objective of this contract is to combine the ASTER air defence missile with the VL MICA missile within a unified system architecture, creating a layered air defence framework capable of engaging threats across multiple altitude bands and ranges.
The Multi-Layer Air Defence Concept
A multi-layer air defence system is designed to simultaneously counter airborne threats at varying ranges and altitudes, including combat aircraft, cruise missiles, and drones. In this configuration, the ASTER missile handles medium-to-long-range, high-altitude threat interception, while the VL MICA addresses short-range, low-altitude targets. The combination of both systems creates a more comprehensive and resilient air defence umbrella.
Industry Significance
Eurosam is a joint venture between MBDA and Thales, and has long been responsible for the research, development, and production of the SAMP/T family of systems. This contract further reinforces European defence industry autonomy in the air defence sector and strengthens France's role within the NATO allied air defence cooperation framework.
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