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UK Invests £2.35 Billion in Typhoon Radar System

10/30/2025

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The Ministry of Defence confirmed a £2.35 billion investment in the European Common Radar System Mk2 for the Royal Air Force's Typhoon fleet.
Defence Minister Luke Pollard said development contracts are underway, with production by decade's end.
Conservative MPs urged Typhoon orders to preserve the UK's credibility after Türkiye's £8 billion deal for 20 aircraft.
The Prime Minister's visit to Ankara finalized the export contract, sustaining 20,000 UK jobs.

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The Ministry of Defence confirmed a £2.35 billion investment in the European Common Radar System Mk2 for the Royal Air Force's Typhoon fleet.
Defence Minister Luke Pollard said development contracts are underway, with production by decade's end.
Conservative MPs urged Typhoon orders to preserve the UK's credibility after Türkiye's £8 billion deal for 20 aircraft.
The Prime Minister's visit to Ankara finalized the export contract, sustaining 20,000 UK jobs.