Raytheon Secures Major Patriot Defense Contract with the Netherlands
Source: RTX
April 13 2026
Netherlands
USA
On April 8, Raytheon has been awarded a US$627 million contract to provide the Netherlands with equipment for the Patriot air and missile defense system. The agreement includes the delivery of key components such as radars, launchers, and command-and-control stations.
The Patriot system is a widely used, combat-proven defense solution designed to counter a range of aerial threats, including cruise missiles and ballistic missiles. Raytheon is increasing production efforts to meet growing global demand and ensure timely delivery, reinforcing the system’s role as a reliable and effective defense platform.