Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS (KONGSBERG) is Norway’s premier supplier of defence and aerospace-related systems and solutions. KONGSBERG is a leading supplier of defence products and systems for command and control, surveillance, space, tactical communications, remote weapon stations and missiles systems.
KONGSBERG and Raytheon Missiles & Defense have been partners in Ground Based Air Defence (GBAD) for more than 50 years providing renowned products such as NASAMS, HAWK XXI, Patriot and a range of various SHORAD and VSHORAD systems.
NASAMS has since the introduction in Norway been on a path of continuous evolution. The current NASAMS customer base consists of twelve (12) countries with both Air Force and Army customers. A total of fifteen (15) nations have acquired the KONGSBERG command and control solution adapted to their requirements.
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Open Distributed Architecture
Providing full Flexibility
The Battalion Net Datalink (BNDL) connects several Fire Units (FUs) together while creating and sharing one common Single Integrated Air Picture (SIAP) in «hard» real-time.
All Major End Items (MEIs) are connected by radiolink securing connectivity while extending the systems’ sensor and weapon coverage.
The distributed architecture provides greater redundancy and survivability while securing increased shoot-down potential.
Multi-Missile Concept
Operational advantage
Multi-Missile Launcher supporting a mix of AMRAAM Extended Range (ER), AMRAAM & AIM 9X-2 even providing layered AD from one single launcher.
Surface-Launched AMRAAM ER provides vast capability in the MRAD domain, combined with the dual use AMRAAM and AIM-9X-2 missiles (Air-to-Air and Ground-to-Air). Compatible with U.S.-made fighter jets employed by NATO. No modifications needed. Providing operational advantages, while reducing the logistical burden.
Smart Target Evaluation and Weapons Allocation (TEWA) to find the best suitable missile for each individual engagement.
Extensive testing in technical and tactical firings with more than 240 Surface-Launched AMRAAM shots and a success rate above 91%.
Non line-of-sight (NLOS) engagement capability with unmatched firepower.
Mature & Common C2
Across both MRAD and SHORAD solutions
NASAMS is NATO interoperable, and approved, on NATO standard tactical data links
Interoperable with national command & control structure.
Modular, distributed, open hardware (COTS) and software architecture ease future insertion of new technology, features and capabilities.
Intuitive user interface
The NASAMS system is designed for growth.
