Govt mulls three missile systems after Norway’s NSM permit cancellation
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 — The Ministry of Defence is in the final stages of evaluating three options for a surface-to-...
The government is currently assessing three potential missile systems following Norway's decision to revoke its export permit for the Naval Strike Missile (NSM). The Ministry of Defence explained that the chosen system will be evaluated based on operational needs, compatibility with naval vessels, expense, and the timeline for procurement.
A final decision will be made once an option is chosen and a procurement agreement is signed. The cancellation of the NSM export permit has prompted the government to explore alternative options. Additionally, the construction progress of the Royal Malaysian Navy's five Littoral Combat Ships (LCS) stands at 80.72 percent, behind schedule by 9.19 percent compared to the original target of 89.91 percent.
The projected delivery dates for the LCS are April 2027, August 2027, December 2027, August 2028, and April 2029, respectively. The first LCS, KD Maharaja Lela, is presently undergoing Harbour Acceptance Trials, which entail assessing the vessel's main machinery, power generation, and propulsion systems before proceeding to Sea Acceptance Trials with the Royal Malaysian Navy.
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