Denmark procures Rheinmetall MASS decoy launchers for naval vessels

Published Aug 14, 07:33 AM UTC

The Danish Armed Forces have signed a contract with German defense company Rheinmetall to supply the Multi Ammunition Softkill System (MASS) decoy launcher system. The agreement, recently finalized in Copenhagen, will equip the Royal Danish Navy's ABSALON-class frigates, IVER-HUITFELDT-class frigates, and the Navy's Weapons School with advanced soft-kill countermeasure capabilities. MASS is designed to protect naval vessels from incoming missile threats by deploying decoys and chaff to confuse and divert enemy sensors. This procurement enhances Denmark's naval self-defense capabilities and reflects ongoing modernization efforts within the Danish military. The contract value and delivery timeline were not disclosed in the initial report.

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