Hanwha Unveils Sky Shield 'L-SAM' for the First Time in the Middle East

Hanwha Aerospace and Hanwha Systems to Participate in IDEX 2025
Showcasing K9 Self-Propelled Howitzer with Domestic Engine and SAR Satellite

Hanwha will showcase its Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile system (L-SAM) for the first time at an overseas defense exhibition. The strategy is to actively respond to the demand for air defense systems in the Middle East and globally with a multi-layered air defense network equipped with various surface-to-air interception missile systems capable of countering different interception altitudes, including the cutting-edge L-SAM, as well as an anti-drone system, which is a core element of modern warfare.

On the 13th, Hanwha Aerospace and Hanwha Systems announced that they will participate in 'IDEX 2025,' the largest defense industry exhibition in the Middle East and Africa region, held from the 17th to the 21st in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

At this exhibition, the two companies will operate their largest-ever integrated exhibition hall (approximately 133 pyeong) and showcase core technologies of the 'multi-layered air defense solution,' including key components of the L-SAM such as guided missiles, launchers, and multifunction radars (MFR).

The guided missile of the L-SAM developed by Hanwha Aerospace applies a 'Dual-Pulse propulsion system' technology that can provide thrust in stages to quickly reach the interception altitude, and a 'Directional Attitude Control System (DACS)' that precisely controls posture through fine gas ejection even in the thin air of high altitudes.

Hanwha Systems will present the Long-Range Artillery Missile Defense system (LAMD) multifunction radar, known as the 'Korean Iron Dome,' as well as an anti-drone system capable of detecting, capturing, and laser-intercepting small unmanned aerial vehicles.

Hanwha Aerospace will exhibit the actual K9 equipped with a domestically produced engine that has completed performance tests running 10,000 km both domestically and internationally. They will also showcase the Tigon TD (Tank Destroyer), an 8-wheeled modification of the originally 6-wheeled Tigon armored vehicle equipped with the Cheongeom missile system, the Chunmoo multiple launch rocket system and export-type modular charge system (MCS), and the Redback infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) exported to Australia.

Hanwha Systems will introduce the 0.25m-class small SAR satellite, boasting world-class resolution, to the Middle Eastern market for the first time. SAR satellites can acquire high-resolution images even at night and in adverse weather conditions, making them a core asset for surveillance and reconnaissance that is unaffected by time of day or weather, attracting global attention.

A Hanwha official stated, "Through this exhibition, we have presented multi-layered air defense solutions based on cutting-edge technology and Middle East-customized products such as the K9 equipped with a domestic engine," adding, "We will actively respond to the security needs of this region and contribute not only to peace but also to economic development."

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