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Poland Boosts Defense with $1.6B Radar Deal Against Russia

9/3/2025

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Poland signed a $1.6 billion contract for 46 passive-location radars to strengthen air and missile defense against Russian threats.
This contract is part of Poland's defense spending plan, aiming for 4.8% of GDP by 2026.
Poland becomes the first international customer for Raytheon's LTAMDS radar, enhancing threat detection and system integration.
The LTAMDS program, tested extensively, targets full-rate production by 2028 to bolster US and allied air defense.

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Poland signed a $1.6 billion contract for 46 passive-location radars to strengthen air and missile defense against Russian threats.
This contract is part of Poland's defense spending plan, aiming for 4.8% of GDP by 2026.
Poland becomes the first international customer for Raytheon's LTAMDS radar, enhancing threat detection and system integration.
The LTAMDS program, tested extensively, targets full-rate production by 2028 to bolster US and allied air defense.