Defense Feeds

Defense Feeds, London – UK doubles Sky Sabre air defense force under a new modernization effort that will see the British Army receive six additional launchers and six command-and-control centers by 2027. The expansion is designed to significantly increase the country’s ground-based air defense capacity as London responds to a rapidly changing security environment and the growing threat posed by missiles, drones and low-flying aircraft. The procurement follows recommendations outlined in the UK’s Strategic Defence Review, which places renewed emphasis on strengthening homeland defense while improving the military’s ability to support NATO operations across Europe. By increasing the number of operational Sky Sabre units, Britain aims to provide more flexible protection for deployed forces and critical infrastructure. UK Doubles Sky