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Netherlands taps Hensoldt for electronic warfare system upgrade

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Posted on June 11, 2026

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· Last updated: June 11, 2026

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Netherlands Chooses Hensoldt to Upgrade Electronic Warfare Systems Amid European Security Concerns

Netherlands Enhances Electronic Warfare Capabilities with Hensoldt Partnership

Overview of the Agreement

AMSTERDAM, June 11 (Reuters) - The Netherlands has signed German defence firm Hensoldt as its main supplier to upgrade its electronic warfare capabilities, the Dutch defence ministry said on Thursday.

Purpose and Importance of the Upgrade

• The systems the Netherlands is seeking are designed to disrupt or deceive enemy radio communications and counter hostile systems.

Heightened Security Concerns in Europe

• These capabilities have taken on fresh urgency as Europe grapples with a surge in drone incursions over military bases and critical infrastructure.

Technical Implementation

• The systems will be mounted on Piranha 5 armoured vehicles provided by General Dynamics European Land Systems, a Madrid-based subsidiary of General Dynamics.

Contract Management and Collaboration

• While Hensoldt's Dutch branch will manage the main contract, additional Dutch defence subcontractors are expected to be named in the coming weeks, the statement said.

• The Netherlands is seeking to purchase the systems jointly with other European countries.

Financial Details

• No financial details of the deal were disclosed.

(Reporting by Leo Marchandon; Editing by Jan Harvey)

Key Takeaways

  • The upgrade intends to jam or deceive enemy radio communications to defend military bases and critical infrastructure amid increased drone incursions across Europe. Netherlands joins other European countries in the joint procurement drive.
  • Hensoldt’s Dutch branch will manage the main contract; additional subcontractors from Dutch defence industry to be named soon. Systems will be integrated on Piranha 5 vehicles provided by General Dynamics European Land Systems.
  • The deal underscores a broader European shift towards enhancing spectrum dominance and land-based EW systems, with Hensoldt experiencing record orders and fast-growing backlog in EW and sensor contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is supplying the new electronic warfare systems to the Netherlands?
German defence firm Hensoldt has been selected as the main supplier for the Netherlands' electronic warfare system upgrade.
What is the purpose of the electronic warfare systems?
The systems are designed to disrupt or deceive enemy radio communications and counter hostile systems.
Why has the urgency for these upgrades increased in Europe?
There has been a surge in drone incursions over military bases and critical infrastructure, prompting urgent upgrades.
On what vehicles will the new systems be mounted?
The electronic warfare systems will be mounted on Piranha 5 armoured vehicles provided by General Dynamics European Land Systems.
Were any financial details of the deal disclosed?
No, the financial details of the deal have not been disclosed.

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