International missile systems manufacturer MBDA has tentatively agreed with the authorities of Germany, France, Italy and the Netherlands that a prototype defense system against hypersonic weapons will be created within the next three years. British newspaper reports daily telegramHe cites Eric Beranger, the company’s managing director.
According to him, this project will “contribute to the strengthening of the dominant missile systems industry in Europe” and at the same time increase the competitiveness of the European industry.
Beranger also drew attention to the development of technologies in the field of hyper-sound.
“MBDA wants to stay at the forefront of innovation and steer Europe towards the most effective solution to contain hypersonic threats,” he added.
Former US Army Secretary Christine Wormuth statedThe United States Army plans to deploy hypersonic missiles in 2023, despite the recent cancellation of testing such weapons.
Air Force General Anthony Cotton, previously head of the U.S. Armed Forces Strategic Command (Stratcom), aforementionedthat the existence of hypersonic weapons can be considered as one of the aspects of nuclear deterrence.