ARLINGTON, Va. - Aerospace and defense giant Leonardo DRS, Inc. (NASDAQ: DRS) is revolutionizing modern warfare with groundbreaking technological advancements. It recently celebrated the delivery of the 1,000th unit of its ruggedized laser system, Solaris, a key component of Northrop Grumman’s Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) system. Additionally, it garnered contracts worth over $3 billion for the U.S. Navy’s Columbia-Class Submarine Program, and marked a successful first sea trial for its hybrid electric drive propulsion system in the Republic of Korea Navy’s new Ulsan-class frigate.
The Solaris laser system, integral to the CIRCM platform, is a state-of-the-art protection system specifically designed to shield U.S. military aircraft. Efficient for diverse platforms such as rotary wing, tilt rotor, and small fixed-wing platforms, CIRCM offers robust defense against a gamut of missile threats.
“Reaching the delivery milestone of our 1,000th Solaris laser demonstrates Leonardo DRS’s commitment to providing our warfighters with the best technology on their aircraft,” said a company spokesperson.
In another significant stride, DRS secured substantial contracts for the U.S. Navy’s Columbia-Class submarine program contributing its expertise in electric propulsion systems. These contracts underpin the company’s role in the development of shipset 12 for the Columbia-class submarines. These developments were disclosed in the DRS 2023 Q3 earnings call.
Leonardo DRS is also making waves in the maritime defense sphere through its Hybrid Electric Drive Propulsion System. The advanced system recently crossed a significant milestone with successful sea trials on the Republic of Korea’s Navy’s first Ulsan Class Frigate. The low-noise propulsion system offers superior fuel efficiency, significantly boosting the frigate’s anti-submarine warfare capability.
These notable advancements from Leonardo DRS, in the realms of aircraft protection and undersea warfare, underline the organization’s continued commitment to ensuring the U.S. and allied military continue to enjoy a technological edge in modern warfare. The company’s future involvement with Northrop Grumman and the U.S Navy, coupled with its successful overseas partnerships, ensure Leonardo DRS’s continued role as a vital player in global defense technology.
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