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Latvia to receive coastal anti-ship missile system under US-funded deal
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On 19 March the United States Navy has signed a $45.5 million (€39 million) contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace for the delivery of a coastal anti-ship missile system to Latvia, under a broader Latvia–US agreement signed in 2023.
The total contract value amounts to $105.5 million (€91 million), covering not only the system itself but also training, spare parts, software and two years of technical support. The United States will cover 70% of the total costs.
The system includes a fire control centre, launchers and radar systems, and is capable of striking maritime and land targets at ranges exceeding 185 km.
Estonia's Frankenburg to build anti-drone missile plant in Poland
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Estonian defence company Frankenburg Technologies is planning to establish a production facility in Poland capable of manufacturing up to 10,000 anti-drone missiles annually, following a framework agreement with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa.
The cooperation focuses on the mass production of the Mark 1 "fire-and-forget" missile, designed as a cost-effective solution against attack drones, featuring autonomous guidance and a lightweight glass-fragment warhead optimized for targets such as Shahed-type UAVs.
With a range of up to two kilometres and a solid-fuel motor enabling rapid launch, the system is set for combat testing in Ukraine this spring.
Longer-range Mark 2 variant is in developement to support layered air defence, as the planned facility is expected to serve as a European hub for affordable counter-drone capabilities.
Estonia's Air Force testing new anti-drone system with US Army
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On 6 March it was announced that Estonia’s Air Force, in cooperation with the U.S. Army, is testing battle-proven counter-drone systems during the Digital Shield exercise in Ida-Viru County, focusing on solutions already used in Ukraine.
The drills aim to integrate detection and strike capabilities into a single digital network, enabling operators to identify and neutralise unmanned aerial vehicles remotely from a central command system.
The systems could be operational within weeks to months, allowing personnel to control interceptors from distant locations.
Emphasis is placed on cost-effective solutions, with all tested systems reportedly cheaper than Shahed-type drones, as Estonia seeks to ensure nationwide protection against drone threats.
Patria and the Ministry of Defence of Latvia sign a comprehensive life-cycle support agreement for the CAVS 6×6 armoured vehicle fleet
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On March 16, Latvia’s Ministry of Defence and Patria signed an agreement covering the full life-cycle maintenance and support of the Patria 6×6 vehicles operated by the Latvian National Armed Forces.
The contract complements the multinational Life Cycle Management framework agreement for the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme signed in 2024 by Latvia, Finland and Patria, later joined by Sweden and Denmark, and defines maintenance processes and services tailored to Latvia’s requirements to ensure the fleet’s long-term operational readiness.
Under the CAVS programme, Patria 6×6 vehicle assembly has been carried out in Latvia since 2022, with maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities established locally through a technology transfer programme completed in 2025.
The Finnish-led CAVS initiative currently involves Finland, Latvia, Sweden, Germany, Denmark, the United Kingdom and Norway.
More AMRAAM and Spike LR2 missiles arrived to Lithuanian Armed Forces warehouses
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Lithuania has added more than €5.7 million worth of AMRAAM-120B air defence missiles, SPIKE LR2 anti-tank missiles and 5.56×45 mm NATO Ball ammunition to the inventory of the Lithuanian Armed Forces.
The AMRAAM missiles will be used with Lithuania’s NASAMS medium-range air defence system. The procurement forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen national air defence capabilities and replenish ammunition stocks.
The SPIKE LR2 missiles are used with Vilkas infantry fighting vehicles, enhancing their anti-armour capabilities and effective engagement range against armoured vehicles and other high-value targets.
Latvia plans to establish a support center for Germany’s air defence system
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On 29 March Germany’s defence company Diehl Defence and Latvia’s Ripo remonta centrs signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture in the Baltics for maintenance, repair and technical support of the IRIS-T air defence system.
The initiative aims to strengthen regional air defence capabilities, ensure faster system support, and boost Latvia’s domestic defence industry through technology transfer and local expertise development.
Defence Minister Andris Sprūds described the agreement as a significant step for enhancing Latvia’s airspace security and military readiness.
The IRIS-T systems, purchased in 2023, are expected to begin delivery in 2026, with preparations underway including infrastructure development and personnel training.
The maintenance centre is planned to be established in Latvia at a specially adapted facility, positioning the country as a regional support hub for the system.
Origin Robotics wins innovation award for BLAZE counter-drone interceptor
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Origin Robotics was recognised with the Innovation Award of the Federation of Security and Defence Industries of Latvia for its work on BLAZE, an autonomous high-explosive counter-UAS interceptor.
The recognition marks the company’s second consecutive year receiving the award, highlighting its contribution to the development of advanced defence technologies in Latvia. The award was presented with the support of Latvia’s Minister of Defence, Andris Sprūds.
According to the company, the achievement reflects the efforts of its engineering team and its ongoing commitment to strengthening Latvia’s defence ecosystem through the development of innovative solutions for national security.
