# Leonardo DRS Launches UK Radar Production

Leonardo DRS announced on October 5, 2026, that its UK subsidiary, DRS UK, has begun local tactical radar production as it pursues UK and wider European air-defense and counter-drone demand. The move could create opportunities for radar procurement and local manufacturing or integration, but the signal identifies no specific solicitation, award, contract value, or procurement contact.

- Companies supporting radar manufacturing or integration can assess how their capabilities fit potential UK and European requirements.
- Procurement professionals should note the launch of local production as a potential supplier-market development; no specific procurement timeline or open opportunity is identified.
- Leonardo DRS is positioning DRS UK to compete for future demand, including procurement programs described as preparing or already underway.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 05, 2026

### Government Entities
- North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
- European Union (EU)

### Vendors
- Leonardo DRS (Radar manufacturer pursuing future UK and European contracts)
- DRS UK (UK subsidiary and local tactical radar manufacturer)

### Sources
- [Leonardo DRS launches UK radar production to compete for European air defense and counter-drone contracts amid growing demand](https://defence-industry.eu/leonardo-drs-launches-uk-radar-production-to-compete-for-european-air-defense-and-counter-drone-contracts-amid-growing-demand) - Defence Industry Europe