UK’s new soldier-worn counter-IED system not due until 2028
Source: Army Technology
Original: https://www.army-technology.com/news/uks-new-soldier-worn-counter-ied-system-not-due-until-2028/
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The UK military is due to begin fielding a new body-worn counter-IED system from 2028, around six years since contract award.
Classification
Region
Europe
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
New Weapon System
SALUTE Report
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Not specified
Activity
The UK military is set to begin fielding a new body-worn counter-IED system
Location
United Kingdom
Unit
UK military
Time
2028
Equipment
body-worn counter-IED system
Summary
The UK military is set to begin fielding a new body-worn counter-IED system in 2028, approximately six years after the contract was awarded. This system aims to enhance the military's capabilities against improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Key Facts
- The UK military will begin fielding a new counter-IED system in 2028.
- The system is body-worn and designed to counter improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
- The contract for the system was awarded six years prior to its deployment.