Leonardo signs €320M naval combat systems deal for Kuwait's Al Dorra programme
Italian defense firm Leonardo signed a €320 million contract with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of the UAE's EDGE Group, to supply next-generation naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The deal, announced on May 24, 2026, covers Falaj 3 configuration systems and extends a 20-year partnership that delivered over 25 vessels. It also advances plans for a future joint venture between Leonardo and ADSB, supporting Kuwait's naval modernization amid regional demand for fast attack craft in the Arabian Gulf.
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Leonardo signs €320 million naval combat systems deal for Kuwait's Al Dorra missile boat programme
Italian defense firm Leonardo has signed a contract worth approximately €320 million with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), the naval arm of the UAE's EDGE Group, to supply next-generation naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The deal, announced on May 24, 2026, covers combat systems in the Falaj 3 configuration and extends a partnership that has delivered over 25 naval vessels in more than 20 years. Leonardo stated the agreement also advances plans for a future joint venture between the two organizations. The Al Dorra programme is part of Kuwait's broader effort to modernize its naval forces, reflecting regional demand for fast attack craft capable of operating in the confined waters of the Arabian Gulf. Leonardo's naval solutions are installed across more than 100 navies worldwide.
UK Defence JournalLeonardo signs €320 million naval combat systems deal for Kuwait's Al Dorra programme
Leonardo has signed a contract valued at approximately €320 million with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), the naval arm of the UAE's EDGE Group, to supply next-generation naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The systems will be in the Falaj 3 configuration. The deal extends a partnership that has delivered over 25 naval vessels in more than 20 years and moves toward a future joint venture. Leonardo's portfolio includes combat management systems, naval guns, surveillance, and missile defence, installed in over 100 navies. The Al Dorra programme is part of Kuwait's broader naval modernisation, reflecting regional demand for fast attack craft in the Arabian Gulf.
UK Defence JournalLeonardo signs €320 million naval combat systems deal for Kuwait
Italian defense firm Leonardo has signed a contract worth approximately €320 million with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of the UAE's EDGE Group, to supply next-generation naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The deal covers combat systems in the Falaj 3 configuration and builds on over 20 years of collaboration that has delivered more than 25 naval vessels. Leonardo stated the agreement advances plans for a future joint venture between the two organizations. The company's naval solutions are installed across more than 100 navies worldwide, including combat management systems, naval guns, and missile defense capabilities. The Al Dorra programme is part of Kuwait's broader naval modernization efforts, reflecting regional demand for fast attack craft suitable for operations in the Arabian Gulf.
UK Defence JournalLeonardo signs €320 million naval combat systems deal for Kuwait's Al Dorra programme
Italian defence firm Leonardo has signed a contract worth approximately €320 million with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), the naval arm of the UAE's EDGE Group, to supply next-generation naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The systems will be delivered in the Falaj 3 configuration. The deal extends a two-decade partnership that has already delivered over 25 naval vessels. Leonardo stated the contract supports the creation of a future joint venture between the two organisations and strengthens its global warship management capability. The Al Dorra programme is part of Kuwait's broader naval modernisation efforts, reflecting regional demand for fast attack craft suited to the Arabian Gulf's contested waters. Leonardo's naval solutions are installed in over 100 navies worldwide.
UK Defence JournalLeonardo signs €320 million naval combat systems deal for Kuwait
Leonardo has signed a contract valued at approximately €320 million with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), the naval arm of the UAE's EDGE Group, to provide next-generation naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The deal covers the Falaj 3 configuration and represents a further step in a long-standing partnership that has delivered over 25 naval vessels in more than 20 years. Leonardo stated the agreement also advances plans for a future joint venture between the two organizations. The Al Dorra programme is part of Kuwait's broader naval modernization efforts, reflecting regional demand for fast attack craft capable of operating in the Arabian Gulf. Leonardo's naval solutions are installed across more than 100 navies worldwide.
UK Defence JournalADSB and Leonardo Sign $371M Deal for Kuwait's Missile Boat Combat Systems
Leonardo and Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of the EDGE Group, have signed a contract valued at approximately €320 million ($371 million) to deliver naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The agreement, announced on 20 May 2026, will see Leonardo's next-generation combat systems supplied for the Falaj 3 configuration. EDGE Group secured a Dh9bn deal with Kuwait's Ministry of Defence to provide FALAJ3 missile boats, with EDGE acting as main contractor for design, construction, sea trials, and delivery of eight 62-metre vessels over five to six years. The combat systems include radar and computerized management technology, similar to those supplied for UAE Navy's Baynunah-class corvettes. The contract follows a preliminary evaluation by EDGE and Leonardo on technology transfer and market potential, and a June 2025 MoU formalizing intentions for a joint venture in Abu Dhabi.
Naval TechnologyADSB and Leonardo Sign $371M Deal for Kuwait Navy Missile Boat Combat Systems
Leonardo and Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of the EDGE Group, have signed a contract valued at approximately €320 million ($371 million) to deliver naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The agreement, announced on 20 May 2026, will see Leonardo's next-generation combat systems supplied for the Falaj 3 configuration. EDGE Group previously secured a Dh9 billion deal with the Kuwait Ministry of Defence to provide FALAJ3 missile boats, with EDGE acting as main contractor for design, construction, sea trials, and delivery of the 62-metre vessels. ADSB chief executive David Massey confirmed that eight ships are being built, with deliveries expected over five to six years. The combat systems include radar and computerised management technology, similar to those supplied for the UAE Navy's Baynunah-class corvettes. The contract follows a preliminary evaluation by EDGE Group and Leonardo regarding technology transfer and a potential joint venture in Abu Dhabi, formalised by an MoU in June 2025.
Naval TechnologyADSB and Leonardo Sign $371M Deal for Kuwait Navy Missile Boat Combat Systems
Leonardo and Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of the EDGE Group, have signed a contract valued at approximately €320 million ($371 million) to deliver naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy’s Al Dorra missile boat programme. The agreement, announced on 20 May 2026, will see Leonardo’s next-generation combat systems supplied for the Falaj 3 configuration. EDGE Group secured a Dh9bn deal last year with the Kuwait Ministry of Defence to provide FALAJ3 missile boats, acting as main contractor for design, construction, sea trials, and delivery of the 62-metre vessels. ADSB chief executive David Massey confirmed eight ships are being built, with deliveries over five to six years. The combat systems include radar and computerised management technology, similar to those supplied for the UAE Navy's Baynunah-class corvettes. The contract follows a preliminary evaluation by EDGE and Leonardo regarding technology transfer and a potential joint venture in Abu Dhabi, formalised by an MoU in June 2025.
Naval TechnologyADSB and Leonardo Sign $371M Deal for Kuwait Navy Missile Boat Combat Systems
Leonardo and Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of the EDGE Group, have signed a contract valued at approximately €320 million ($371 million) to deliver naval combat systems for the Kuwait Navy's Al Dorra missile boat programme. The agreement, announced on 20 May 2026, will see Leonardo's next-generation combat systems supplied for the Falaj 3 configuration. EDGE Group secured a Dh9bn deal with Kuwait last year to provide FALAJ3 missile boats, with EDGE acting as main contractor for design, construction, sea trials, and delivery of eight 62-metre vessels over five to six years. The combat systems include radar and computerized management technology, similar to those supplied for UAE Navy's Baynunah-class corvettes. The contract follows a preliminary evaluation by EDGE and Leonardo regarding technology transfer and market potential, and a June 2025 MoU formalizing intentions to establish a joint venture in Abu Dhabi.
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