Integris has secured a contract to enhance ballistic protection for the UK Royal Navy’s Type 45 Destroyer, also known as the Daring class, as part of their maintenance programme.
The first order, which was confirmed in October 2024, will see Integris supply new and replacement ballistic protection systems, covering design, templating, and installation.
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In partnership with BAE Systems over nearly two years, Integris will apply its technological expertise to seamlessly integrate these defences into the warship’s structure.
The Daring class is made up of six Type 45 destroyers – HMS Daring, Dauntless, Diamond, Dragon, Defender, and Duncan, specifically designed for anti-aircraft and anti-missile defence operations.
The vessels feature advanced radar systems that can detect and neutralise enemy targets from afar, safeguarding the fleet against airborne threats.
These destroyers are equipped with the fully integrated communications system (FICS45), enabling voice and data communications.
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By GlobalDataAdditionally, the destroyers feature a meteorology and oceanography (METOC) system that provides full environmental awareness.
It also has a Sea Viper missile system that allows for the simultaneous targeting and destruction of multiple threats and defends against supersonic anti-ship missiles.
Integris UK sales manager Steve Wilde said: “We are honoured to play such a critical role in safeguarding the Royal Navy’s capabilities through our ballistic protection solutions.
“This project demonstrates our commitment to delivering top-tier defence solutions and reinforces the value of our longstanding relationship with BAE Systems. We’re excited to see the first installation go live on Type 45, marking a significant milestone in the project.”
The UK Ministry of Defence’s announced that an imminent contract for additional Aster 30 surface-to-air missiles is expected, indicating plans to modify the payload composition of the Type 45 air defence destroyers.
Naval Technology reported that two Type 45 destroyers are expected to be part of the Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group 25 (CSG25) deployment to the Indo-Pacific region scheduled for later in 2025.
