Hensoldt supplies long-range radar for German training facility

Hensoldt has completed the initial delivery of a long-range radar system to the German Navy’s Naval Technical School in Parow.

The delivery marks a step in the project aimed to “eliminate obsolescence” of the Sachsen-class F124 ships’ long-range sensor systems.

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The project, which commenced in 2021, covers delivery of three TRS-4D LR long-range radars for the F124 frigate and an additional system for the Parow school.

The system at the Parow school will serve as a facility for testing, reference, and training purposes.

It provides a platform for both user and technician training, as well as for advancing system developments.

Hensoldt Naval & Ground Radars head Markus Rothmaier said: “The installation of the first long-range sensor at the Naval Technical School in Parow is an important step in the project.

“The radars offer maximum performance in airspace surveillance. It is one of the most powerful radar systems ever procured in Germany. It can be used not only on ships but also on land.”

Hensoldt has partnered with ELTA Systems, a subsidiary of IAI, for this project.

The S-band radars will endow the German armed forces with ballistic missile defence capabilities for the first time.

Parallel to this navy project, Hensoldt secured a contract to upgrade land-based airspace surveillance within the Hughes Air Defence Radar Successor programme for the German Air Force.

The TRL-4D LR radar systems used here are similar to those for the navy and are also produced in collaboration with ELTA Systems.

In both contracts, Hensoldt is responsible for producing transmitter and receiver modules, ensuring component availability within Germany.

Additionally, Hensoldt is enhancing the German Navy’s F126 frigate programme through a joint effort with Thales to supply TRS-4D naval radars, aiming to improve fleet surveillance and combat functions.

At DSEI 2025 in London, the company is exhibiting TRML-4D air defence radar and other solutions.

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