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KM-SAM Block II System for Saudi Arabia



At the Defense Exhibition 2024, contracts were signed and include:

Industrial participation + localization and manufacturing of the system + joint development

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The Saudi version of the M-SAM Block II system has undergone a fundamental development package, led by the advanced MFR radar with AESA technology in the X-Band range, which relies on GaN transmitter and receiver units with a number of approximately 10,000 T/R channels, which gives it a longer detection range, superior resistance to interference, and a high ability to track hundreds of multiple air targets simultaneously.



The Korean company Hanwha announced that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will receive the first battery of the advanced air defense system M-SAM Block II during 2028, as part of programs to enhance air defense capabilities and protect the Kingdom's airspace.

According to a report by the Stockholm Arms Trade Institute

The Kingdom has ordered 1,000 air defense missiles to equip 10 Cheongung SAM batteries



After the agreement

The Korean Defense Minister said there is more surprising news and defense cooperation with Saudi Arabia

 

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The first appearance of the pride of Saudi industry, the locally manufactured “Jasser” attack aircraft



The video shows the aircraft during the operational testing phase, in preparation for completing evaluation procedures before its adoption on a wider scale. The appearance of the “Jasser” comes after years of work on its development by the Saudi company Serb Advanced Industries, which revealed it for the first time during the “World Defense Show 2024” exhibition, before later confirming its entry into the production stage and its adoption by the Saudi Armed Forces.

“Jasser” is classified within the category of Loitering Munition, which are offensive drones that combine reconnaissance capabilities and precision strikes, as they can fly over the area of operations for a period of time in search of targets before attacking and destroying them, whether they are fixed or moving targets. It can also be operated by the operator in real time or pre-programmed to strike specific coordinates, giving it great flexibility in carrying out various combat missions.

Its most prominent and well-known specifications are:

• Range: up to 60 km.
• Flying time: about 45 minutes.
• Maximum take-off weight: 11–13 kg (depending on configuration).
• Combat load: about 3 kg.
• Ceiling height: 4,000 metres.
• Launch method: Pneumatic launcher.
• Guidance systems: satellite navigation (GPS) with direct operator control or targeting pre-programmed coordinates.
• Targeting: Capable of attacking fixed and moving targets, including vehicles traveling at speeds of up to 90 km/h, with day and thermal cameras and an automatic target tracking system.

 

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Saudi Arabia jumps in localizing military spending to 24.89%...a pivotal achievement that enhances self-sufficiency​

The Governor of the General Authority for Military Industries, Ahmed Al-Ohali, revealed that the rate of localization of military spending in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia increased to 24.89% during the past year, recording a qualitative leap compared to only 4% recorded in 2018.

This rise reflects tangible and pivotal progress in the path of developing national capabilities and achieving the ambitious goals of Vision 2030 towards enhancing strategic self-sufficiency in the defense sector.

Launching the annual meeting and honoring the distinguished

This announcement came during the first annual meeting for the military industries sector, which was organized by the Authority today in Riyadh, and witnessed wide participation from government and private agencies, and local and international companies active in the sector, according to what was reported by the Saudi News Agency “SPA”.

On the sidelines of the meeting, the Authority honored the beneficiary and supporting entities and companies operating in the sector, which won the Excellence Award in Localization of Military Industries.



Localization...a turning point towards sustainability

The Governor of the Authority, Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Al-Ohali, confirmed in his speech that the achieved percentage of Saudization represents “a turning point in the process of developing the military industries sector.”

Emphasizing the strategic importance of the sector, Al-Ohali stated: “The Authority’s sectoral and institutional strategy pays great attention to the military industries sector with the aim of building a sustainable local sector that achieves major strategic security, development and economic benefits for the nation and the citizen. We seek to enhance this role in partnership with you and with all those working in this promising sector.”

Al-Ohali also pointed out that the Authority worked to launch a package of enablers, which included issuing policies, legislation, regulations and incentives, that would support the growth of the sector and enable investors to effectively contribute to the Emiratization process. He explained that this achievement came as a result of “integrative work with relevant government agencies to prepare the investment environment” and the combined efforts of the “Success Partners” and their prominent role.