BAE Systems inks deal to supply naval guns for Dutch, Belgian navies

On Friday, defense group BAE Systems PLC announced that it has signed a contract to provide eight Bofors 40Mk4 naval gun systems to the Royal Netherlands and Belgian Navies, which engage in extensive collaboration.

BAE Systems inks deal to supply naval guns for Dutch, Belgian navies

This contract is part of the anti-submarine warfare frigates program—a joint initiative between the Dutch and Belgian navies—that will supply both countries with two frigates each, along with two naval gun systems for every frigate. The agreement includes installation, training, documentation, spare parts, and tools, as well as an option for BAE Systems' 3P programmable ammunition and additional guns for training purposes. The first gun is set to be delivered in 2026.

Bofors 40Mk4 details

The Bofors 40Mk4 is a compact and lightweight naval gun system designed for anti-aircraft and anti-surface warfare. It features the capability to switch seamlessly between different types of ammunition, allowing for versatile targeting of air, land, and sea-based threats.