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 ...

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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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