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Poland awarded a contract worth approximately $4.2 billion (PLN 15 billion or €3.4-3.6 billion) on January 30, 2026, to a consortium of Polish firms PGZ and Advanced Protection Systems, and Norway's Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, for the SAN anti-drone system. This counter-unmanned aerial system (CUAS) includes 18 batteries, 18 command platoons, 52 fire platoons, and around 700 vehicles (400 Jelcz-based, 300 Igwana/Legwan-based), equipped with 35mm/30mm cannons, 12.7mm machine guns, laser-guided missiles, interceptor/suicide drones, optoelectronic sensors, and electronic warfare tools for autonomous detection, classification, and neutralization of drones. Deliveries start in 2026, with full completion in 24 months, enhancing Poland's layered air defense against eastern threats like Russian incursions as part of a $60-70 billion investment.
Consortium led by PGZ with APS and Kongsberg; 18 batteries and over 700 vehicles; 2-year program.
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