Event

UK MoD signs Skyhammer contract after Jordan interceptor trial

May 1, 2026 · Contract Award · Cambridge Aerospace · Defense

The UK Ministry of Defence signed a multi-million-pound contract with Cambridge Aerospace after Skyhammer interceptor missiles and launchers were tested successfully in Jordan.

  • Skyhammer was tested in demanding desert conditions against the counter-drone mission.
  • The interceptor has a 30 km range and a maximum speed of 700 km/h.
  • The agreement covered missiles, launchers, integration, technical support and end-user training.

Cambridge Aerospace builds autonomous interceptor systems for countering drones and cruise missiles.

Segment
Defense
Event type
Contract Award
Added to Korthos
Jul 17, 2026
Geography
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire · United Kingdom