• The MoD awarded a £2.33 million direct contract to Hensoldt UK to replace unsupported Type 23 frigate navigation radars.
  • The current SNNR system's failure risks a high-level defect that could prevent ships from sailing, prompting urgent action.
  • The contract runs to July 2031, extendable to 2033, with options worth up to £3.5 million covering further radar upgrades.