Italy’s Fincantieri and Qatar’s Barzan Holdings Sign Partnership for Short-Range Anti-Drone Radar Development

On October 22, 2024, Fincantieri signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Barzan Holdings, Qatar’s defense procurement arm, for the joint development of the Omega360 short-range radar system. This advanced radar will serve as a key component of Qatar’s anti-drone defenses, targeting the increasing threat from unmanned aerial vehicles. The MoU involves the production of 40 radar units and represents a strategic step for Fincantieri in consolidating its presence in the Middle East, while enhancing Qatar’s defense capabilities amid regional security concerns. Read full Defense News at this link ...

Fincantieri OMEGA 360 is a software-defined radar offering 360-degree coverage for advanced short-range anti-drone detection and tracking. (Picture source: Army Recognition Group)

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