The Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) intends to procure the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) as a replacement for its Harpoons sent to Ukraine.
It will be a government-to-government deal with Norway for 900-million Danish kroner to 1.5-billion Danish kroner ($126 million to $210 million).
A market survey helped select the procurement route, which is considered to provide “the best capacity in relation to the operational needs and, among other things, has the lowest acquisition price and fastest delivery time,” DALO announced.
Additionally, the Kongsberg anti-ship missile meets the Danish Armed Forces’ need for interoperability with allies.
It is operational with 13 militaries worldwide, including 11 NATO members.
Likely Launch Platforms
Saab’s RBS 15 Mk3+ missile was edged by the NSM for the Harpoon replacement program, according to Naval News.
The missile will be first integrated with the three Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates of the Royal Danish Navy, which are set to receive mid-life upgrades, according to the outlet.
It is also likely to be fitted on the future patrol vessels and Thetis-class patrol vessel replacement.
Moreover, the intended acquisition could pave the way for the replacement of the aging Harpoon on the rest of the fleet.
Naval Strike Missile
Developed by Kongsberg and Raytheon, the maneuverable missile flies at ski-skimming altitude to evade enemy radars and air defense systems.
The missile can strike targets from a range of over 100 nautical miles (185 kilometers/161 miles).
It features an advanced seeker for precise targeting and has a 500-pound (227-kilogram) warhead with a programmable fuze.
Moreover, the weapon can be launched from a range of platforms to strike both land and sea targets.
