Acquisition of GIRAFFE 1X Compact Radar Module (CRM) Surveillance Radars and Related Services

The Ministère de la Défense is procuring GIRAFFE 1X Compact Radar Module (CRM) surveillance radars and related services from Saab AB, valued at EUR 9,219,850, as part of the 'Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems' (C-UAS) dossier for defense purposes.[title] These lightweight, mobile 3D radars provide air surveillance, drone detection, and sense-and-warn capabilities against rockets, artillery, and mortars, with a 75 km range and suitability for urgent operations in limited infrastructure. The acquisition enhances ground-based air defense and counter-UAS capabilities amid evolving threats like small UAVs.